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(502) 203-0454 for Bashford Ave or (502) 230-4279 for the Preston Hwy location | 3435 Bashford Ave Ct, Louisville, 40218

Recharge The AC Freon In Your Car Or Truck

Your truck or car's AC system is almost completely airtight, but your freon refrigerant is always slowly leaking out. Eventually, a car will lose enough freon so that its air conditioning system will no longer cool effectively. At American Brake Centers Inc. at 3435 Bashford Ave Ct we are ready to recharge your AC to help you keep your car or truck's cabin temperature cool.

"Help My AC Only Blows Warm Air!"

New advancements in R134a freon systems means that freon in newer cars doesn't leak out as much as old R12 freon systems. The average new model economy car only leaks about 0.41 ounces of refrigerant per year. Come to American Brake Centers Inc. in Louisville when it's time to recharge your AC freon.

American Brake Centers Inc.'s Fast 3 Step Process:

Vacuum out all the old refrigerant before refilling it.
Add new R134a refrigerant.
Pressurize your car's AC system and test for mico-leaks.

"Does American Brake Centers Inc. Have R12 Freon For My Classic Car?"

Unfortunately R12 freon is no longer available. If your car or truck was made before 1994 you must convert your entire AC system to the new R134a standard. This involves replacing dozens of seals and several AC auto parts. R134a is a more highly pressurized and much more efficient refrigerant pound for pound than R12. Most classic car AC compressors and condensers cannot withstand the intense pressure required and choose to add about 25% less freon to accommodate older systems. This means your AC may not cool as well as it used to. Converting your R12 system to R134a is a big job so stop by American Brake Centers Inc. today and talk with our mechanics about getting the job done right. Visit us today at 3435 Bashford Ave Ct.

"Is Used Freon Ok?"

Many auto repair shops resell used AC refrigerant. The old freon is cleaned using a specialized recovery machine that removes contaminants. Used freon provided by American Brake Centers Inc. works just as well as new freon after it's cleaned. Accepting used freon is a great way to help minimize the impact freon has on the environment.

Freon gas becomes a liquid when pressurized inside your car's A/C system but returns to its gaseous state as it leaks out. Many drivers in Louisville are completely unaware that they are losing freon until the day when they turn on the car's AC and find only warm air blows out. Call (502) 203-0454 for Bashford Ave or (502) 230-4279 for the Preston Hwy location and ask any of our auto repair specialists about recharging your car's AC. Stop by our store at 3435 Bashford Ave Ct and we will show you the best AC recharging options for your car.

What Our Customers Are Saying

I couldn't be more impressed with my experience here. Each time I've used them, they've gone above and beyond. The diagnostic work done was thorough, pinpointing every issue while explained everything in detail and giving me options that worked within my budget. The repair was completed in a timely manner, and I really appreciated how quickly they got everything sorted without cutting corners. On top of that, they weren't trying to sell me additional repairs that other shops tried to tack on to the estimate. Because of that I ended up saving a significant amount of money compared to other quotes I had gotten elsewhere. I highly recommend this crew at American Brake Center to anyone looking for quality, honesty, and fantastic service. These guys know their stuff and it shows they care about their customers!

Mark Doyle, 02/27/2026

I was recommended to American brake Center a couple years ago. I have taken several of our families vehicles there for several different things. I am skeptical of mechanics in general. However, the owner and his employees do really good work. They appear to be very trustworthy and their prices are good. It’s hard to find a good mechanic you can trust. They are always honest and if they cannot fix it for whatever reason, they will recommend a place that can do the work and would be trustworthy. I highly recommend American Brake Center.

Martin Higgs, 10/29/2025

You won't find a more trustworthy auto-repair shop in Louisville. I've been bringing my vehicles here for several years now, and I highly recommend American Brakes to all my family and friends. Scott has his customers' best interests at heart. It's affordable and leaves you feeling worry-free with their excellent customer service and expert analysis.

Matt Brown, 07/18/2025

The crew here has been incredibly effective, prompt, knowledgeable, and kind. I came in for a second opinion on an AC repair and not only did they save me a significant amount of money, but they also had the work finished the same day I dropped it off. Their honesty and efficiency really stood out. I’ll definitely be bringing my business here from now on.

Brandon, 07/03/2025

I had my rotors and brake pads replaced here a few months ago. Recently my brakes started squeaking again. Since it was still under warranty, I brought my truck back and they fixed the issue within a day. Another shop quoted me almost double for what I paid originally.