When it’s time to purchase a new air conditioning system for your Sarasota home, you should always shop for quality first and price second.
You will find that comparable equipment is close to the same price, but one of the ways some HVAC companies can appear to offer products and services for less is by cutting corners and making up the difference where they can. This is why it is very important to choose the right contractor for the job, and this goes for any trade – HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction, etc.The majority of Air Conditioning companies try to be honest, but many of them simply do not have the ongoing training or business systems in place to properly serve their customers. It is well worth it to make the effort to find an air conditioning company that is ethical, keeps their employees well trained, and makes customer service a priority.
Heating and air conditioning is the most complex home service trade. You cannot risk having an amateur or a dishonest contractor install your new equipment.
Some of the things to look for when choosing a contractor are:
• Can they provide you with copies of licenses and certification
• Have they been in business a while – and can they provide you with references?
• Do they carry liability and workers comp. insurance?
Never hire a contractor who can quote a price over the phone or will offer to replace your old equipment with the same size unit without doing any measurements, inspections or diagnostic tests. A good contractor will ask a lot of questions before they go ahead and just give you a quote. They will also explain different options and help you choose the right system for your home and your budget.
Sometimes there can be a temptation to try and save money by hiring people who do “work on the side” usually nights and weekends. Anyone who does side work will not be licensed and there is a very good chance that they do not have liability insurance or workers compensation insurance.
These Unlicensed contractors hurt both you and proper contractors because they will often underbid licensed professionals and almost always perform substandard work since they typically do not have the appropriate education or qualification. Sometimes they even have criminal backgrounds. Also, if they fail to pay any subcontractors – you could also be subject to liens placed on your property.
Is saving a few bucks really worth the risk?
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