Monthly Archives: July 2011

Can Solar Be Used for New HVAC Systems

With consumer concern over the volatile and high price of electricity, alternative forms of energy are receiving renewed interest.  Many homeowners are asking, “Can solar be used for new HVAC systems?”  The answer from the HVAC industry is a resounding yes!  HVAC and solar technology continues to evolve.  In this article we will look at [...]

Whats New for 2011 – HVAC Systems

Things change with each passing year in the HVAC industry and in terms of what’s new for 2011 — HVAC systems are becoming more efficient and cleaner.  In this overview, we’ll look at that development as well as other news and notes for the changing HVAC industry in 2011. High Efficiency is More Important: With [...]

Top 5 Mistakes Made by Contractors When Providing Service

Would you like to know about the top 5 mistakes made by contractors when providing service? Most HVAC contractors work with integrity and do their very best to meet their customers’ needs.  But that doesn’t mean they don’t mess up now and then.  Here at the top 5 contractor mistakes and how you can avoid [...]

Common Upcharges from HVAC Contractor

In this guide, we discuss common upcharges from HVAC contractor services.  An upcharge is a fee for services that are not part of the original agreement.  They can be construed as “hidden fees” unless the contractor tells you upfront that they are possible.  For example, let’s say you decide to take advantage of an HVAC [...]

How to Choose an HVAC Contractor

You may be wondering how to choose an HVAC contractor if you need repair services or are planning to have a system installed or replaced.  In this guide, we provide 5 tips for how to choose an HVAC contractor you can depend on to do a good job. Tip #1: Get Firsthand Recommendations Ask neighbors, [...]