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Can I still get R-410A to repair my air conditioner?
Yes: EPA rules let existing systems be repaired, even with a new outdoor unit or compressor. What the HFC phasedown means for supply over the next decade.
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Why did ENERGY STAR stop labeling central air conditioners?
EPA ended the ENERGY STAR label for central air conditioners on February 1, 2026. Heat pumps keep it. Here is what changed and how to compare efficiency now.
3 min read