Your Indoor Air Podcast

Episode #75: How To Find a Qualified HVAC Contractor (Episode #11 of our HVAC + D Mini Class Series)


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Think all HVAC companies are the same?

Before you sign your next contract, hear what Becky Callegan has to share. From verifying certifications and warranties to recognizing best installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting practices, you’ll learn how to distinguish true professionals from corner-cutters. 

With insider tips, actionable checklists, and empowering questions to bring to your contractor, you’ll leave this class knowing what to expect, how to evaluate, and how to hire your next HVAC provider with confidence.

In this mini class, you’ll learn:

  • Which certifications and licenses your HVAC contractor should hold. (3:46)
  • What you should know about contractors and sizing HVAC equipment. (8:15)
  • Paying for having manuals run, and how long the calculation process should take. (17:19)
  • Receiving a copy of the manuals run, and what you should look for in those manuals. (22:33)
  • What to listen for when asking your contractor if they commission their work. (26:20)
  • What should be included in HVAC installation warranties. (33:26)
  • What you should know about routine HVAC maintenance. (38:24)
  • What you should expect from your contractor when troubleshooting your HVAC. (51:34)
  • What to do if your contractor finds mold or microbial growth in your HVAC. (53:34)

Watch More Episodes From Our HVAC + D Mini Class Series here:
https://changetheairfoundation.org/understanding-hvac-d/

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Links Mentioned in This Interview:
Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA): https://www.acca.org/home

National Comfort Institute (NCI): https://www.nationalcomfortinstitute.com

Understanding HVAC Maintenance: What Every Homeowner and Renter Should Know by Becky Callegan: https://changetheairfoundation.org/understanding-hvac-maintenance-what-every-homeowner-and-renter-should-know/?blm_aid=0

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