Staying cool this summer just got more expensive for those in need of new AC unit

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Staying cool this summer just got more expensive for those in need of new AC unit

HOUSTON (KIAH) -- As of January 1, all air conditioning units made in the U.S. must use newer, eco-friendly freon to help them cool the air in your home. That means that the cost of new AC units is going up. "There’s a — depending on manufacturer — a 10 to 15% price increase, because of the change," John Moore Services Director of Operations Joe Bany said. "The freon is way more expensive than the old freon we were using.” Homeowners who nee…