Air Conditioning Repair

Know where to turn for air conditioning repair
By Mary Beth Doyle Air conditioning repair is a necessary service provided by any real estate and construction business. Most AC repair providers fall under the heading of HVAC – that is, heating, ventilating and air conditioning.

There are a variety of air conditioner service people to choose from, both independent contractors as well as those who work for major AC manufacturers or suppliers. Whoever you hire, make sure the technician is certified in air conditioner repairs.

When you find one of your residences or buildings is in need of air conditioning repair service, choose from the following options:

1. Search for a local certified air conditioning repair professional. Ask around for recommendations.
2. Contact the manufacturer of the problem AC unit, especially if there’s a chance the air conditioning repairs will be covered under warranty.
3. Train one or several people on your current staff in air conditioning equipment repair.
   

Contact a local air conditioning repair service

If this is the first time you've had trouble with an air conditioner, lucky you! Regardless, it might be time to establish a relationship with a certified AC repair technician.
Try:  Air Conditioning Contractors of America lets you search its database of local AC repair service technicians. Just type in your zip code to get quotes from several contractors at HVAC Networx.

Get AC repair from the manufacturer

If you think the problematic air conditioner is still under warranty, your first call should be to the unit's manufacturer. This isn't a bad option for repairs not under warranty, as well.
Try:  You can schedule an air conditioner repair service call with Whirlpool online. Sears offers central air conditioning repair for its Kenmore brand of products, as well as other HVAC units.

Train one of your employees in air conditioning equipment repair

After several AC repairs, you may determine that it is more cost-effective for your business to train someone on your staff to become certified in air conditioning repair. Be sure you understand what it takes to get licensed as an HVAC technician and that the person you have in mind is on-board with the idea.
Try:  American Trainco offers air conditioning certification classes throughout the United States and Canada. Learn what it takes to become licensed in air conditioning repair by state at NationalContractors.com.

• For basic air conditioning checkups - not emergency service calls - consider hiring an air conditioning repair service during the off-season. You'll find much better rates this time of year than you would in the heat of summer.
• Check the warranty before hiring out any air conditioner repair, and consider an extended warranty if you seem to have a bum unit.