choosing the right contractor
all air conditioning and heating contractors
are not created equal
Most people take for granted the
comfort provided by their
central air conditioner, heat pump or furnace until something goes wrong and the unit
needs to be serviced or replaced. When this happens, you need a quality air conditioning
and heating contractor who is knowledgeable, skilled and qualified to do the
job.
Choosing a reliable contractor is more important than the brand of
equipment, because no matter how well-made a furnace is or who
manufactures it, the comfort, reliability, and energy efficiency are
still in the hands of the contractor doing the installation.
a quality contractor
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Has been in business
long enough to have established a history of customer satisfaction
by standing behind the work that they have done.
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Complies with state
and local codes and regulations and carries the required liability
insurance and has proof of it.
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Insures its workers
with workmans compensation insurance and has proof of it.
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Is prompt and courteous and provides fast, reliable service,
attempting to perform
service at your convenience.
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Is in good standing
with the Better Business Bureau.
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Will protect your
home and property with floor savers and drop cloths.
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Has the required
state licenses to legally operate as a heating and air conditioning
company.
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Does drug testing
and background checks on all new employees and continues with random
testing during their employment.
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Provides in house
training on a weekly basis for all service and installation
personnel.
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A quality contractor
is up-to-date on the newest developments in equipment, technology,
and design procedures in order to help you choose a system which
will best fit your needs.
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A quality contractor
offers planned preventive maintenance service to maximize the life
of your equipment, and he honors the terms of the warranty on the
equipment throughout the warranty period.
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Can provide a list
of references for you to call and inquire of their satisfaction with
work that was done for them.
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A quality contractor
will follow up with you to make certain that you are satisfied with
the service or installation after the work is done.