Refrigerant Leak Repair in Greater Boston & the South Shore
Your air conditioner doesn’t use up refrigerant. If it’s low, there’s a leak. Trust 1 Heating, Cooling & Plumbing finds and repairs refrigerant leaks in central air conditioners, heat pumps and ductless mini-splits for homes across Greater Boston and the South Shore.
In Quincy? See our Quincy plumbing, heating & cooling page, or browse all towns we serve.
Signs of a Refrigerant Leak
- Your AC runs but blows warm or barely cool air
- Ice on the refrigerant lines or indoor coil
- A hissing or bubbling sound near the indoor or outdoor unit
- The system runs longer than usual to cool your home
- Higher energy bills without a change in use
Why Topping Off Isn’t a Fix
Adding refrigerant without fixing the leak only works for a while, and the system will lose charge again. Running low on refrigerant also makes your system work harder and can damage the compressor, one of the most expensive parts to replace. That’s why we find the leak first.
How We Repair a Refrigerant Leak
- Find the leak. We test the system to locate where refrigerant is escaping, whether it’s at a fitting, a valve, the line set or a coil.
- Show you your options. Some leaks are a simple repair. Others, like a leaking coil, may mean replacing a part or the system. You’ll see every option with pricing before any work begins.
- Repair and recharge. We repair the leak and charge the system to the manufacturer’s specifications.
- Test the system. We run your AC through a full cycle to make sure it’s cooling properly.
Older Systems That Use R-22
R-22 refrigerant is no longer produced in the U.S., so recharging an older system is getting harder and more expensive. If your system uses R-22 and has a leak, we’ll walk you through whether a repair or a replacement makes more sense for your home. The decision is always yours.
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Schedule Refrigerant Leak Repair
Contact Trust 1 Heating, Cooling & Plumbing or book online. Same-day service is available in many cases.
No. Refrigerant runs in a closed loop and isn’t used up. If your system is low, there’s a leak that should be found and repaired.
Adding refrigerant without fixing the leak only works for a while. We find the leak first so you’re not paying to refill the system again and again.
A leak mostly affects how well your system cools and can damage the compressor over time. It’s best to have it repaired soon.
It depends on the system’s age, condition and the size of the repair. Because R-22 is no longer produced, recharging is expensive, so replacement is often worth considering. We’ll give you both options with pricing.
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Honesty
Our information we provide to you, our client, is 100% honest with our highly trained knowledge. Family & personal safety is why we provide you with the information about your systems, to keep you comfortable.
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Passion
We thrive off our unstoppable “passion” for our customer service and products we offer. Our systems are designed personally for each client. Comfort with a workman’s separation visibly from a mile away.
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Team Work
From the first call to our office staff to the technician leaving your home, we set systems. These systems are the glue that holds our team close, personal, and on target every time.
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Purpose
Our purpose is to change the way home service providers are viewed in the new world to put us in a class of people who keep the health of the Nation’s water flowing & heat pumping.
Your Satisfaction,
Our Reputation
Read what homeowners across Greater Boston and the South Shore say about Trust 1 Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing.
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I was really impress with Nick Julien and his colleague Noah for coming over to my place immediately when my a/c was failing mid-summer. I chose the Bosch and it was the best HVAC decision I could’ve… Read More
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Woke up to an issue with our heat. Called the 24 hour hot line and Josh and Jake were here quickly. They diagnosed the issue, made temporary repairs, and arranged for a more permanent resolution for early next week!
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We spent a fortune on a different company to install a new heat pump with duct work & were paying over $1400 in electric until Trust 1 showed up next day to fix our nightmare. Professional, knowledgable… Read More
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Super thanks to the staff at Trust 1! They were spectacular; everyone from the front line staff who answered our calls to our technicians Tom and Jim. Both gentlemen were extremely professional in… Read More
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Great experience, great people and top quality work. Highly recommended. Extra credit to Nick for staying late to make sure our new heating system was running on all cylinders. Thanks for everything!
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We had a water leak from our hot water tank. When I called, the lady who took my call was very professional and precise, which I really appreciated. They sent D.J., and he was awesome—very efficient and…Read More
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I was really impress with Nick Julien and his colleague Noah for coming over to my place immediately when my a/c was failing mid-summer. I chose the Bosch and it was the best HVAC decision I could’ve… Read More
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Woke up to an issue with our heat. Called the 24 hour hot line and Josh and Jake were here quickly. They diagnosed the issue, made temporary repairs, and arranged for a more permanent resolution for early next week!
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We spent a fortune on a different company to install a new heat pump with duct work & were paying over $1400 in electric until Trust 1 showed up next day to fix our nightmare. Professional, knowledgable… Read More
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Super thanks to the staff at Trust 1! They were spectacular; everyone from the front line staff who answered our calls to our technicians Tom and Jim. Both gentlemen were extremely professional in… Read More
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Great experience, great people and top quality work. Highly recommended. Extra credit to Nick for staying late to make sure our new heating system was running on all cylinders. Thanks for everything!
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We had a water leak from our hot water tank. When I called, the lady who took my call was very professional and precise, which I really appreciated. They sent D.J., and he was awesome—very efficient and…Read More
