Why Are AC Units 6% More Expensive in Alabama Right Now?

AC units in Alabama are approximately 6% more expensive in 2025–2026 due to a combination of federal import tariffs, the industry-wide refrigerant transition away from R-410A, higher raw material costs for copper, steel, and aluminum, and new federal efficiency mandates (SEER2). These forces have stacked on top of each other, and every major manufacturer — […]