Knowing who to reach out to for your AC maintenance and repair needs can be an overwhelming feeling.  Are you getting a company with experience and knowledge?  Are you paying too much for repairs?  Will the job get done right the first time?  These are all concerns customers have when hiring an HVAC company.  Here is a checklist of what to ask an HVAC company before you hire them to complete an AC repair job.

Step 1: Ask For Credentials

Before you hire an AC company for necessary repairs, be sure to check credentials.  A reliable AC repair company should be licensed through the state.  Ask for any other certifications they may have such as the HVAC excellence certification program.  Technicians with necessary licensing and certification are more likely to have the knowledge and experience to complete your HVAC job and perform quality work.  You should also consider whether or not a company has liability insurance so that you are protected should something happen on the job.  

Step 2: Do Your Research In Advance

 Before you hire a company, get online and do the research.  Look up reviews and testimonials about previous work done by this company.  Relying on the experience of others, good or bad, can help you determine whether or not an HVAC company will be the right fit for you.

Step 3: Ask For References

Along with researching a company, get more information about their job performance by asking for references from customers who have previously used this HVAC company.  Employers ensure they are getting quality employees by checking references, and you should do the same when hunting for an HVAC company that can meet your needs.  Getting recommendations from others you trust is also a great way to ensure you are hiring a reliable, hard-working ac repair technician.

Step 4: Ask For Experience

Obviously, it is necessary to hire an HVAC company that has some experience under their belt.  Ask up front what experience an ac technician has.  You should also ask what experience they have had with other jobs relating to the repairs you need.  Technicians should be qualified and experienced so that you can have peace of mind the job will be completed correctly the first time.  While it may initially save money to do it on your own, or go with a new technician, in the long run, hiring someone without the necessary experience could lead to future repairs that end up being more costly than you originally thought.  Don’t take a chance on someone with minimal experience.  Entrust an established, professional HVAC company with the necessary skills and know how to complete a job.

Step 5: Get An Estimate

Before hiring an HVAC company, ask for an estimate.  Be sure you are getting a fair price but with quality service as well.  Ask for estimates and compare these prices with other companies.  Find a quality HVAC company at an affordable price.  The lowest price might not offer the most quality, so shoot for somewhere in the middle. 

You don’t want to have to be making the same HVAC repairs a few years later because you didn’t choose a reliable HVAC company.  Follow these steps to be sure you hire a company who can complete the job right the first time and save you time and money.

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