The heating & cooling system is one of the most costly aspects of your home, so its important to devote some time to pick the right company. Here’s some tips to get you started.

Research:

• Figure out what the license and insurance requirements for contractors are in your state.
• Know the model of your current system and its maintenance history.
• Make note of any uncomfortably hot or cold rooms.

Ask for referrals:

• Ask friends, neighbors, and co-workers for contractor referrals.
• Contact local trade organizations for names of members in your area.

Call references:

• Ask contractors for customer references and call them.
• How was the contractor’s installation or service performance?
• Was the job was completed on time and within budget?

Look for special offers:

• Check around for available rebates on energy-efficient ENERGY STAR qualified heating and cooling equipment.