We find the leak first — always
AC refrigerant refill in Dammam
Refrigerant does not get used up. If your AC needs a recharge, it is leaking somewhere. We find and fix the leak before recharging, otherwise you will be back to the same problem within weeks.
- Types
- R410A · R32 · R22
- Price
- SAR 150 – 250
- Includes
- Leak detection, vacuum, recharge
An AC refrigeration circuit is completely sealed. The refrigerant inside is not consumed and does not evaporate with use — exactly like oil in a sealed engine. So if the charge is low, there is a leak. That single fact separates a real repair from a recharge you will pay for again every season.
In Dammam the most common leak points are the flare connections at the outdoor unit, because thermal expansion and contraction through summers above 45 °C gradually loosens them. Next is corrosion of the evaporator fins from salt-laden humidity near the coast, then chafing of the copper lines where they pass through the wall.
Done properly
Four steps, in this order
Measure pressure
Gauges go on and we read suction and discharge pressure against the spec on the unit’s data plate. The numbers tell us how far down the charge is.
Find the leak
Electronic detector along joints and pipe runs, soap solution at suspect points, and a nitrogen pressure test for the difficult cases.
Repair and vacuum
The leak point is repaired — flare remade or brazed — then the system is evacuated with a vacuum pump to pull out all air and moisture.
Charge by weight
Charged on scales to the quantity printed on the unit, not by guesswork. Then the temperature split is measured to confirm performance.
Refrigerant types
Which refrigerant does your AC use?
The type is printed on the metal data plate of the outdoor unit. You cannot mix types or substitute one for another — each has its own operating pressures and compressor oil.
R410A
The most common refrigerant in units sold in Saudi Arabia over the last decade. It runs at higher pressure than R22 and must be charged in the liquid phase and by exact weight, because it is a blend whose composition shifts if charged partially.
R32
Found in newer high-efficiency models. Better efficiency and lower environmental impact, and it needs careful handling because it is mildly flammable — it should only be charged with the right equipment.
R22
The older refrigerant in units past ten years old. Global production is winding down and the price rises every year. If your unit runs on R22 and needs repeat recharging, replacement is usually the economical choice.
Prices
Refrigerant prices
| Service | Price (SAR) |
|---|---|
| Leak detection Deducted from the recharge | 50 – 80 |
| R410A recharge Includes vacuum and charge by weight | 150 – 250 |
| R32 recharge Includes vacuum and charge by weight | 180 – 280 |
| R22 recharge Price varies with availability | 200 – 320 |
| Leaking flare repair Joint remade and pressure tested | 80 – 150 |
| Copper line brazing Depends on location and access | 120 – 250 |
Prices include VAT. Units above 24,000 BTU are quoted after inspection.
FAQ
Refrigerant questions
How often does an AC need a gas refill?
How do I know my AC is low on refrigerant?
How long does leak detection and recharging take?
Can I convert an R22 unit to R410A?
Is the recharge covered by warranty?
Appliance broken? Let us look at it today.
Call or WhatsApp with a photo of the fault. You get a rough price before the visit and the final price before any work starts.
0592534295