HVAC Service Guide 

There are many things about HVAC service that are confounding to the average homeowner or business owner. Sometimes, you just want to find the answers in one place. There are many tips we can offer in how you operate and service your HVAC system, but many consumers want to know a couple of main things. First, how do I make the HVAC system more efficient? Second, how do I save money with HVAC service? In this HVAC Service Guide, we will offer answers to your burning questions!

How to choose an HVAC service company

Choosing an HVAC service company is often the first place you start in working toward a more efficient system and saving money with HVAC service. Choosing the right HVAC service company is essential in the long term care of your system. Forming a strong relationship with an HVAC service company that you trust is essential. The right company must provide consistent high-quality service and fair pricing. To choose the right HVAC service company, you must take into account each of the following things for each company you are considering to hire:

• Service experience of each company being considered
• Customer satisfaction over an extended period of time and in a variety of sources
• Details of any quotes or services offered to be sure you are comparing like services
• Professionalism and courtesy of all employees

Before hiring an HVAC service company, be sure to ask the right questions, even after considering each of the above. You should request the following information from a company before hiring:

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• Are you licensed?
• Are you insured?
• How long have you been operating under the same business name?
• What are the details of the warranty you provide for your labor?

The answers to these questions from any HVAC service company you are considering should help narrow your choices.

Decide whether you need maintenance, repair, or replacement

Your HVAC system will, at some point, fail in some way. Having a partnership with the right HVAC service company will help you when that time comes. Many home or business owners will not look for a trustworthy HVAC company until a failure occurs. If that is the case for you, you already know you’ll need repair or replacement. However, if you have the right HVAC service company already, you know that regular maintenance can often prevent or at least delay the need for repair or replacement.

Preventive maintenance on your HVAC system will help identify concerns before they become a failure. A good HVAC maintenance plan will allow for a full inspection and servicing of your system at the appropriate time of year. Your trusted HVAC technician should be able to give you a full report of the condition of your system and any causes for concern.

If you already experience a failure, you must decide whether you need repair or a system or unit replacement. If your partnership with a great HVAC service company is already in place, you will likely feel comfortable in heeding the advice of your technician on whether you need to repair or replace your HVAC system. When discussing your options, you will definitely need to determine how these factors should influence your decision:

• Age of your HVAC unit
• Efficiency of the current HVAC system
• Kind of refrigerant used by your current HVAC system

Maintenance should be addressed twice annually on your HVAC system, and repair and replacement when necessary, to keep you comfortable.

Understanding the cost of HVAC service

Though you do not need to know all the intricacies of your HVAC system, you should be familiar with the general parts of your HVAC system and how the HVAC system works. Having a general understanding can help you know what questions to ask about the service being recommended to you to be sure it is the best option for your home or business. You can even perform a little troubleshooting on your own before calling your HVAC service company. Knowing generally the source of the problem can help your technician perform the necessary work more quickly and efficiently.

Knowing how an HVAC system operates and all the intricate parts can also help you understand the prices quoted for the HVAC service you need. When working with well-trained professional technicians, a repair or replacement cost can include so much more than you realize. A price quotes includes the availability, knowledge, and licensing of the technicians (which includes on-going education). It also includes the price of the parts necessary to keep your system running optimally. Finally, it includes (or should include) a warranty on the parts and labor provided in the repair or replacement.

Knowing what you can DIY for HVAC systems

There are some aspects of HVAC maintenance you can do yourself, if you would like to save money on HVAC service. One thing you must do is replace your air filters monthly (or minimum every three months). Sometimes even purchasing the right air filters can be a challenge, but get to know your system and the needs in your home. This will help keep your HVAC system running much more efficiently.

You can keep the components of your HVAC system as clean as possible, too. For example, cleaning the coils in your outdoor unit allows your HVAC system to not work as hard to keep the air going into your home cool. Even after a major weather event, you can do some checks and maintenance to be sure no further damage is done to your HVAC system.

Saving money with better energy efficiency

If you want to save money in the long term, help your system to run at optimal efficiency. Some of the things mentioned above will help with the energy efficiency of your HVAC system. Every maintenance, repair, or replacement you or your HVAC technician performs should help the efficiency of your system.

• Preventive maintenance improves energy efficiency by identifying any lacking component in an HVAC system
• Insulation installation improves energy efficiency by keeping the comfortable air where it should be – in your home
• Portable HVAC units improve energy efficiency if you need very localized cooling
• Quality HVAC technicians will repair your system correctly the first time and ensure it operates at full capacity

In conclusion, having the best HVAC service depends on your partnership with the best HVAC service company. The longer you have a great partnership, the more you will learn about your system. Your technicians will know your system and know your needs. Your trusted HVAC service partner will remind you of necessary maintenance and be able to honestly quote when repairs or service is needed. Many aspects of HVAC maintenance you can handle on your own, but well-trained professional and courteous HVAC technicians are essential when you need repairs. Not only is technology constantly changing, your HVAC technician should be familiar with many different brands and models of systems to advise you appropriately.

Your HVAC service company partner will give you the availability, advice, service, and quality parts you need to keep your home or business comfortable and your HVAC system running efficiently. When you look for ways to save money with HVAC service and keep your HVAC system running efficiently, your HVAC service partner will be your trusted advisor.