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• Because Not Knowing the Answers to These Questions Can Cost You Time, Money and Frustration
  

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• Because You Have Better Things To Spend Your Money On

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How do I choose a Furnace Dealer or Contractor?

You're having problems with your furnace and you're wondering where you start so that you make the right decision and get the best value for your money?
The first thing you have to do is choose a Heating and Air Conditioning Dealer from all the companies advertising these services.

We have Ten Things to Consider When Choosing an HVAC Dealer:

1. Your Dealer should have 5 or more years of experience and a proven reputation for top quality and dependability. You should be able to go to their website and see testimonials of satisfied customers or be given the names of satisfied customers you can contact.
   

2. Never work with a Dealer who is not licensed, insured and code-compliant in your city and county.
   

3. Dealers should have Technicians who work directly for their company and not just independent contractors. Technicians should be trained and certified by the North American Technician Excellence program also referred to as NATE. This is the only national testing and certification program accepted by the entire HVAC industry. "The most important day for your new furnace is the day it is installed." You cannot afford to have anyone but the best Technicians install and test your new furnace.
   

4. The Dealer should offer a variety of innovative products and services that make your home more comfortable and able to fit various home owner budgets. The idea is to help you save on your utility bills and improve the quality of the air you breath in your home. You should expect a complete home evaluation by the Technicians. A bigger system isn't always better; a Technician should size your heating and cooling system based on the size of your home, level of insulation and windows. A good Technician will check your duct system for leaks and measure air flow to see if it meets requirements.
   

5. Your Dealer must listen to you and use his years of experience to come up with a custom solution to match your needs and wants.
   

6. You should sense a solid commitment from the Dealer to your total satisfaction with your new equipment and services. Dealers who have earned an excellent reputation are committed to 100% customer satisfaction. Their actions speak louder than any words and they practice listening, learning and responding to your needs.
   

7. Look for a Dealer who provides prompt, courteous and professional services. Some Dealers provide an extra measure of convenience with extended hours, emergency repair service when you need it day or night, convenient finance packages and a year-round maintenance program to keep your new furnace and/or air-conditioner in top working order.
   

8. Get written, itemized estimates and when comparing estimates be sure to compare cost, energy efficiency and warranties. The lowest price may not be the best deal if it's not the most efficient because your energy costs will be higher. You should also get clearly stated repair and service policies for all equipment, materials and labor. The best Dealers take full responsibility for honoring your warranties.
   

9. Look for ENERGY STAR products because they meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and offer significant long-term energy savings.
   

10. Last but not least, read this Buyers Guide so you are informed when the Dealer shows up at your home for an estimate or repair. You should know the model of your current system and its maintenance history.