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Always
ask for the license holder of the contractor who is performing the
installation or repair.
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Make
sure that the trucks or any kind of advertising has the license number
visible.
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True, a
9,10, or 12 SEER system costs more to operate than a 13 SEER. But to
change it out for energy reasons is foolish especially when the air
conditioner is in good to fair working condition and you are
comfortable. Getting a brand new system to save $20.00 a month on an
electric bill isn't worth it. In this case, a new 13 SEER unit would
not pay itself off within 10 years.
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Find out
about the companies you are choosing. Price should not be your ONLY
concern. Reputation is a big factor. Especially, the type of service
you should expect. Remember, just because they say they are a 24 hour
service doesn't mean that they are. Call a company that claims to be a
24-hour service at 11:00pm or later and see if they pick up or service
you that night. You will be surprised how many answering machines
you'll get.
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Warranties are important as long as it is coming from the
manufacturer.
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If you
have Hot Spots in your home, a bigger air conditioner will not do the
job. A return in each room that is connected directly to the air
handler (no pass thru Please?) should help alleviate the problem. (You
can never have enough return air!)
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If your
looking for an estimate make sure that the consultant or contractor
does a load & heat calculation. Many variables have to be taken into
consideration when figuring out the proper size unit and comfortabilty
for you and your family.
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It is
difficult to decide what brand of air conditioner to install. The
brand does not matter as much as the installer. Every unit is designed
to operate at specific standards. However, the unit will operate only
as well and efficiently as the contractor who installs it. Do your
research!
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NEVER
get your own permit for any contractual work done in your home. Insist
on a permitted job and never pay money up front or deposits. If asked
look for another contractor.
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With the
investment price of an air conditioner in today's market look to see
what type of rebates and financing are available to you. Sometimes
there are financing specials given to contractors during certain times
of the season make sure you ask for them. Also, make sure you know the
terms and interest rate of the equipment you are financing. Interest
rates can be as much as 22%.
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