do you need a license to buy r22 refrigerant

: A licensed HVAC technician can purchase and install the refrigerant for you.

: Even if a homeowner finds a way to obtain R22, it is illegal for anyone without an EPA certification to install or add it to an air conditioning system.

: While Section 609 certification exists for automotive technicians, it does not allow the purchase of R22 for home HVAC systems.