My Friends –
There is no way I can share over 40+ years of information, class room time and field experience on this web page.
Here are the “Bullet Points”
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If it’s not in writing, it doesn’t exist. No matter what anyone says, a handshake is meaningless in court.
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An estimate should be written and include the model numbers of the equipment recommended.
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An agreement to install/replace a heating & air system must include (by Virginia Law) a Start Date and a Finish Date. This agreement must have specifically what work is to be done (including materials used) at your home. This agreement is to be signed by both parties involved.
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All gas appliances installed are required (by Virginia Law) to have a permit and inspection. The person who gets the permit is the responsible party for the job. Do not buy a permit for someone else.
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Today’s air conditioning systems are 4X more efficient than those made in 1968. What this means is the 3 ton unit manufactured today is greatly oversized in comparison to the 3 ton unit you have right now. I have replaced 4 ton units with 2 ton units achieving greater comfort and economy.
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If your duct system was installed more than 10 years ago it probably won’t work well with today’s much more efficient equipment. A poor duct system will cause problems.
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All licensed contractors follow the Virginia Building Code so all the jobs should be done the same. A company that advertises on TV is going to be more expensive because they have to pay for the TV commercials - and they are very expensive. Local companies have lower expenses and will be more affordable.
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Get 3 written estimates and compare the model numbers quoted. Look them up and see what this company brings to your table. "High Efficiency Equipment" is not a model number.
If you are interested in a free estimate for the
replacement of your heating & air system,
please call -
(757) 596-7400