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You have enough on your plate without having to worry about HVAC installation for your properties. That's why, at American Standard, our experts can help with everything from site assessments to staff training. Additionally, we can introduce you to top quality installers in the area that can help support your maintenance staff. Backed by our warranty and large independent dealer network, you can be confident that our systems will keep your residents comfortable and happy for years to come.
Transitioning from R-22
Because the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) declared R-22 refrigerant an ozone-depleting substance, it will be 99.5% phased out in use in commercial and residential HVAC products by 2020. As you work to transition from R-22 in your properties’ HVAC units, know that you can leave your aging systems in place, convert them to an alternative refrigerant, or replace them with new equipment. Leaving an aging system in place will require more maintenance, and converting to an alternative refrigerant will result in reduced efficiency that can negatively impact unit performance and the quality of your residents’ comfort. Alternative refrigerants will also increase your residents’ energy consumption, which can have an impact on their utility costs, and some refrigerants can create serious problems in older equipment, including compressor oil loss, increased flammability and system instability. By replacing systems with new equipment, you will have reduced HVAC maintenance and improved efficiency. Furthermore, a new system means a positive increase in the resident experience, and can even decrease resident turnover.
Coastal Properties
Do you have properties near the coast or other unique locations? There may be additional considerations you want to take into account, such as how hard the salty environment can be on your HVAC equipment. In addition to the most corrosion-resistant heat exchanger available, American Standard systems are coastal-optimized to provide ceramic-coated fasteners and powder-coated paint, which means less rust staining (which can affect the quality of your indoor air) and more worry-free comfort for your guests and homeowners.