What the AIM Act means for commercial HVAC in 2026

The American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act directs the EPA to sharply phase down hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants. That rulemaking is already changing what refrigerants and equipment manufacturers can produce and what installers can put in the field. By 2026 commercial HVAC teams will be deep in the transition — more low-GWP refrigerants (A2Ls and others), […]
What Is Refrigerant Recovery?

Refrigerant recovery is the process of removing refrigerant—whether it’s R-410A, R-22, R-404A, R-32, or other blends—from cooling equipment so it can be reused, recycled, or sent for proper disposal. Refrigerant recovery is essential during: Instead of releasing refrigerant into the atmosphere (which is prohibited), refrigerant recovery captures it safely for proper handling. Why Refrigerant Recovery […]
Refrigerant Regulations in Michigan: Why Compliance Matters

As environmental standards continue to evolve, refrigerant regulations in Michigan play an increasingly important role in how HVAC systems are serviced, maintained, and retired. For Michigan contractors and facility managers, staying compliant with both federal EPA laws and state guidelines is essential to protect the environment—and your bottom line. At Refrigerant Services LLC, we specialize […]
Top 5 Signs Your HVAC System Needs a Refrigerant Check

By Refrigerant Services LLC When your commercial HVAC or refrigeration system isn’t performing like it used to, the issue might be more than just age or wear — it could be low refrigerant. Refrigerant is the lifeblood of any cooling system, and without the proper charge, efficiency and performance drop fast. At Refrigerant Services LLC, […]
R-125 Refrigerant

Refrigerants play a crucial role in modern HVAC and refrigeration systems—but they must be managed responsibly to avoid serious environmental and legal consequences. One such refrigerant is R-125 (Pentafluoroethane), a common component in blended refrigerants used across commercial and industrial applications. At Refrigerant Services LLC, we help businesses and contractors stay compliant and environmentally responsible […]
The Heartbeat of Reliability in Refrigerant Services

At Refrigerant Services, we pride ourselves on being more than just another refrigerant company; we are the heartbeat of reliability in the industry. Since our inception in 2014, we have been committed to excellence and driven by a passion for precision, pioneering innovative refrigerant recovery solutions that stand the test of time. A Vision for […]
What Does Clean Exchange Mean? Michigan Refrigerants

Here at Refrigerant Services LLC we pride ourselves on what we can do for our clients. Specializing in refrigerants means we work in an area that’s constantly growing, and as such we want to help our clients grow as well. That means giving each and every customer the best possible deals that not only help […]
Refrigerant Services Solutions

As we turn over to a new decade, we have a chance for a fresh start regarding refrigerant services solutions—and a chance for new growth and profit for our business ventures. Any company would be wise to make the most of this chance with new revenue streams that can serve as the basis for a […]
Refrigerant Services Buy Back Program

Refrigerants have become incredibly important for modern businesses—from refrigeration for food services to HVAC units in offices. But by next year, many of the refrigerants used in older systems will have to be phased out. As part of the Montreal Protocol which governs the use of refrigerant chemicals that can negatively affect the environment, companies […]
How the Ozone Layer Works

Ozone is very rare in our atmosphere, averaging about three molecules of ozone for every 10 million air molecules. In spite of this small amount, ozone plays a vital role in the atmosphere. Ozone is mainly found in two regions of the Earth’s atmosphere. Most ozone (about 90%) resides in a layer that begins between […]