Refrigerant Leak Detection & Repair Services

Delfino Refrigeration specializes in refrigerant leak detection and repair — and this is the service that sets us apart from every other HVAC and refrigeration contractor in the Chicago to Milwaukee area. While most HVAC companies respond to a low-refrigerant call by simply adding more refrigerant and sending a bill, Delfino Refrigeration takes the time to find the actual leak, repair it at its source, and ensure your system holds its charge for the long term. This approach saves our customers thousands of dollars in repeated service calls, wasted refrigerant, energy waste, and spoiled products.

Refrigerant leaks are the single most common cause of commercial HVAC and refrigeration system failures. A system that’s slowly losing refrigerant will run longer, work harder, consume more energy, and eventually fail to maintain proper temperatures — putting your products, your comfort, and your bottom line at risk.

The True Cost of Ignoring a Refrigerant Leak

Repeated service calls every time the refrigerant leaks out again — $200-500+ each time
Wasted refrigerant costs — R-410A and other refrigerants are expensive and getting more expensive under EPA AIM Act regulations
Higher energy bills — a system running low on refrigerant uses 20-30% more energy
Shortened equipment life — a compressor running on low refrigerant wears out years ahead of schedule
Product spoilage risk — temperatures rise gradually as refrigerant depletes
EPA compliance risk — businesses are required to repair refrigerant leaks under EPA Section 608 regulations

Refrigerant Leak Detection & Repair — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my HVAC or refrigeration system has a refrigerant leak?

Common signs of a refrigerant leak include: your system isn’t maintaining temperature as well as it used to, the compressor runs constantly without cycling off, ice or frost buildup on evaporator coils, higher than normal energy bills, or a technician has added refrigerant more than once in the past year. If any of these sound familiar, call Delfino Refrigeration at 847-650-6444 for a professional refrigerant leak detection inspection.

Why doesn’t my current HVAC company find the refrigerant leak?

Many HVAC contractors aren’t equipped or trained for thorough refrigerant leak detection. Adding refrigerant is quick and easy — finding the actual leak takes specialized equipment, training, and patience. Delfino Refrigeration invests in advanced leak detection technology and our technicians are specifically trained in systematic refrigerant leak detection techniques.

Is it required by law to repair refrigerant leaks?

Yes. Under EPA Section 608 regulations, businesses operating commercial refrigeration and HVAC equipment are required to repair leaks within specified timeframes. The EPA AIM Act is also phasing down HFC refrigerants, making leak repair increasingly important from both compliance and cost perspectives. Delfino Refrigeration’s refrigerant leak detection and repair service helps businesses stay compliant.

How much does refrigerant leak detection and repair cost?

The cost depends on system complexity and leak location. While proper leak detection and repair may cost more upfront than a simple refrigerant top-off, it’s dramatically less expensive than the ongoing cycle of repeated service calls, wasted refrigerant, higher energy bills, and premature equipment replacement. Delfino Refrigeration provides upfront pricing for all refrigerant leak detection and repair services.

Our Refrigerant Leak Detection Process

Electronic leak detection using state-of-the-art refrigerant-specific detectors
Ultrasonic leak detection for locating leaks in noisy environments
Visual inspection of all brazed joints, connections, and common failure points
Pressure testing and nitrogen charge testing for confirming leak isolation
UV dye injection for pinpointing leaks that evade other detection methods
System performance analysis comparing actual vs. expected operating parameters

Schedule Your Service Today

Contact Delfino Refrigeration today for a free estimate on any of our commercial or residential HVAC and refrigeration services. Our EPA-certified technicians are ready to help with repairs, maintenance, and installations across our full service area from Chicago to Milwaukee.

Refrigerant Leak Detection & Repair Services

The True Cost of Ignoring a Refrigerant Leak

Refrigerant Leak Detection & Repair — Frequently Asked Questions

Our Refrigerant Leak Detection Process

Schedule Your Service Today

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