Low Refrigerant Diagnostics
A/C systems don't consume refrigerant — if yours is low, refrigerant has escaped. Topping it up without finding the leak means you'll be back in the same spot next season. We diagnose first: locate the leak and document it. Once the leak is addressed — whether that's an easily-accessible o-ring I can handle on-site, or a larger repair that goes back to a shop — we restore the charge.
Low Refrigerant Diagnostics
Find it before you fill it
Adding refrigerant to a leaking system is expensive and temporary. The refrigerant will escape again — whether that takes one week or one season depends on the size of the leak. We use nitrogen pressure testing and electronic leak detection to locate the leak before any refrigerant goes in.
What we determine
After pressure testing and leak scanning, we can tell you: where the leak is (fitting, hose, condenser core, evaporator, compressor shaft seal), approximately how severe the leak rate is, whether the system held any charge at all or is completely empty, and what repair is needed before the system can be recharged.
Common Questions
Can I just top up the refrigerant without finding the leak?
What if the system is completely empty?
Includes
- Nitrogen or refrigerant pressure test
- Electronic leak scan — full system
- Recovery of remaining charge if required
- Leak documentation for repair reference
- Charge restoration after repair is complete
Charges for Service
Contact for quote
Every job is different — vehicle, refrigerant type, location, and condition all factor in. We give a clear quote up front so you know the cost before we start. On-site service usually beats the total cost of a shop visit once you add in transport and down-time.
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