Air conditioning contractors are also known as HVAC contractors. HVAC stands for “Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.” HVAC companies are the experts that install, repair, and maintain air conditioning and heating systems.

What to look for in an air conditioning contractor

 

Finding an HVAC contractor is not necessarily a difficult process. A good place to start is to build a list of potential candidates. Ask friends, family members, neighbors anyone you trust who has hired an HVAC company. Develop a list of at least three companies you will consider. Remember that the technicians you hire will most likely come inside your home. Among other things, it is important to confirm that anyone inside your home will be safe around the technician. These are things you are going to want to know:

• Is the company licensed and insured?
• Has the company been in business at least five years?
• What is the company’s Better Business Bureau rating?
• Have all of their technicians had background and criminal checks?
• Are the technicians drug tested?

 

Questions to ask

 

Depending on the size of the job and the work you need done you may need to ask these questions:

• Do you handle all permits?
• Do you guarantee your work, and if so, for how long?
• Are guarantees 100%?
• Do all system parts have manufacturer warranties?
• Are there any limits on warranty work?

 

Something to remember

 

While it is important to find a qualified, affordable and reliable company to assist with your air conditioning needs; it is equally important to consider regular maintenance. After you have found the company that’s a good fit for you, consider setting up a schedule of regular maintenance. An HVAC system that is annually inspected will perform well consistently and will last a long time.

 

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