If your air conditioner isn’t cooling like it used to, a refrigerant leak could be to blame—and fixing it the right way can prevent long-term damage to your system. At Superior AC & Heat, we help homeowners and businesses in Burleson, Arlington, and nearby cities identify refrigerant leaks early and correct them with expert, EPA-compliant service.

Refrigerant is the chemical that cools the air inside your home. It circulates through your AC system, absorbing heat from indoors and releasing it outside. When levels drop due to a leak, the system struggles to do its job—leading to higher energy bills, poor performance, and potential breakdowns.

Common Signs of a Refrigerant Leak

Refrigerant leaks aren’t always obvious, but there are warning signs that indicate your system is losing coolant. If you notice any of the following, it’s time to call a professional:

1. AC Blowing Warm Air
When there’s not enough refrigerant, your system can’t absorb and transfer heat efficiently. The result is lukewarm air blowing from your vents, even though the AC seems to be running.

5. Sudden Spike in Energy Bills
An inefficient system uses more energy to try to maintain comfort. If your cooling bills are rising without explanation, it could be because your system is working overtime with low refrigerant.

Why It’s Important to Fix the Leak—Not Just Refill

Topping off refrigerant might seem like a simple fix, but it’s not a long-term solution. If you don’t address the leak, the refrigerant will continue to escape, and you’ll be back in the same position—possibly with worse damage to your compressor or other components.

EPA guidelines also require that any detected leak in an HVAC system be repaired before more refrigerant is added. That’s why at Superior AC & Heat, we take a complete approach to repair, not just a quick recharge.

Our Process for Finding and Fixing Refrigerant Leaks

When you call us about possible refrigerant issues, we start with a full system inspection. Here’s how we handle it:

1. Visual Inspection and Performance Check
We begin by checking your system’s cooling performance, looking for signs of ice, hissing, or damage to coils and lines.

2. Refrigerant Pressure Testing
Using specialized gauges, we check the refrigerant levels and pressure within your system. Low pressure confirms a loss of refrigerant.

3. Leak Detection Tools
We use advanced leak detection equipment, including electronic sniffers and UV dye testing, to pinpoint the exact location of the leak.

4. Repairing the Leak
Once we find the source, we seal or replace the leaking component—whether it’s a coil, line, or fitting. Our repairs meet all safety and code standards.

5. Recharging the System
We recharge your AC with the correct refrigerant and level, based on manufacturer specifications. Overcharging or undercharging can both cause performance issues, so we get it right the first time.

6. System Testing
We run a complete cycle after the repair to make sure your system is cooling efficiently, cycling correctly, and ready to perform under heavy use.

Preventing Future Refrigerant Leaks

Routine maintenance is key to avoiding leaks in the future. During seasonal tune-ups, we inspect all major components, check pressure levels, and catch signs of wear before they turn into costly problems.

If your system is older or uses outdated refrigerants like R-22 or R-410A, we’ll also talk with you about long-term options—like upgrading to a newer system that’s more efficient and uses next-generation refrigerants.

Get Reliable Help from Local Pros

If your AC is showing signs of a refrigerant leak, don’t wait. Continued use can lead to major damage, high bills, and even system failure. At Superior AC & Heat, we provide reliable refrigerant leak detection and repair services backed by decades of HVAC experience.

Call us today to schedule a service visit in Burleson, Arlington, or the surrounding area. We’ll get your system cooling properly again—quickly, affordably, and with zero guesswork.