2009-08-24T07:34:00.000-07:00

Finding a Reputable HVAC Contractor
by David Svoboda

Verify License
The TDLR should be your first step in verifying the validity of your contractor. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) will be able to tell you whether or not the contractors license is current or has a history of disciplinary actions. This can be reviewed at their website (http://www.license.state.tx.us). Ask your local municipal inspectors who does the best work and who to stay away from.

Insurance is a Must Have
If anyone is injured on your property and they do not have workers compensation insurance, this will be bad for you. Always verify that your HVAC contractor has workers compensation insurance along with general Liability insurance to protect you and your home.

Procedures
First thing to do is to contact multiple contractors. Ask them all to come out and give you a free estimate for the work you need them to do. A reputable contractor should collect information such as the amount of windows you have and type, along with what direction they face. Take a close look at all of the estimates. If one of them is dramatically different from the other, ask for an explanation.

Some HVAC contractors represent only one line equipment and using these contractors has advantages and disadvantages. On the plus side the contractor has probably gone through specialized training offered by the manufacturer. Should there be any problems with equipment performance you may have additional leverage because you may be able to involve the manufacturer. If you get estimates from contractors that sell other brands make sure they are recommending equivalent equipment.

Thank you,

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