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Tips To Help You Hire Air Conditioning Repair Professionals

If your air conditioner stops working, you want to have it fixed right of the bat. Without the HVAC system, your house would be inhabitable especially on those hot summer days. However, if not handled properly, the problem may escalate, and you might have to replace the entire system and as you might have guessed, replacing it will cost you an arm and a leg. This is why you should ensure you only hire a competent HVAC contractor for all your maintenance and repair tasks.

Here are some tips to help you hire 24 hour air conditioning repair professionals for your air conditioning system.

  1. Experience

It’s okay to believe in people’s dream, but you shouldn’t put the fate of your HVAC system to a newbie. Insist on getting a contractor that has some experience in the field. Granted, you do not have to go for a veteran that has decades of experience. All you are looking for is some proof that they have worked on some HVAC systems before. It could be during their apprenticeship, during their day job, or maybe they have a company that specializes in that.

  1. The rule of three

When hiring any contractor, always look for three different quotes. This will serve two purposes. Firstly, you can compare the prices and easily estimate the industry rates for the service. This saves you from being overcharged for the work. Secondly, the quote will help you get a sneak preview into how professional the contractor is. For instance, if licensing is needed in your state, a professional contractor may attach their licensing on the quote.

  1. Ask for References

Before sealing the deal, ask the contractor for some referrals. Do not fall for the common trick of “I have to protect the privacy of my clients.” A good contractor should have at least three past clients who are happy with the work they did. Also, look for references that are not doing it because of an incentive the contractor gave them. For instance, if the contractor mentions that they will give you a special discount if you refer other clients, do not trust their references. They might just be doing it for the financial incentives.

  1. Ask for licensing and insurance information

It is essential to ensure you’re working with a certified contractor. Before hiring them, ask if they are licensed and if they can provide a copy of the license. Just to be cocksure, search their license number online. If a contractor is licensed, they should also be insured but ask to be sure. If you hire an HVAC contractor who is not insured, and then they get hurt while working on your HVAC system, your insurance company will have to take liability. This could push your premiums through the roof. A contractor should have an insurance policy that covers accidents because of the nature of his job.

As urgent as repairing your HVAC system may be, do not rush to hire a contractor you’re not sure of. Take your time to do your research until you are completely sure you’re hiring the right person. Doing this will save you a lot of unnecessary headaches.


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Mindy Wright is CEOWORLD magazine's Deputy Commissioning Editor, and leads global newsroom coverage and management. She oversees and coordinates coverage of the news and ideas in partnership with writers across the continent. She has reported from more than 15 countries across Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas. She has advised CEOs, investors, boards, and high-profile industry leaders on a wide range of issues impacting the global business landscape. She can be reached on email mindy-wright@ceoworld.biz. You can follow her on Twitter at @ceoworld.