Since geothermal HVAC systems are powerful, efficient and long-lasting, they offer many advantages for homeowners in Norfolk, VA. However, installing them is no easy matter, so you need skilled and qualified installers to do the job. Here are three tips to help you find a geothermal installer who can meet those needs.
1. Certifications and Licensing
First and foremost, you need to know that the contractor you choose to install your system is legitimate. Even if you don’t know anything about the HVAC or geothermal industries, there are a few ways in which you can determine this.
At a minimum, the installer you work with must have a certification from the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA). This is an organization that upholds professional standards, practices and training requirements for all would-be geothermal installers. Secondly, the company you choose should have the necessary licenses from the state of Virginia and an EPA Section 608 Certification.
2. Experience
The more experience your prospective contractor has, the better. Ask about how long the company has been performing geothermal installations and how many installations they perform in a typical year. Before making your decision, look at some customer testimonials and photos of completed installations.
3. Insurance and Warranties
Since many things can go wrong during the installation process, insurance is critical. Ask detailed questions about the contractor’s accident insurance policy and precisely what it covers.
Since you may go on to request services from your contractor well after installation, examine the warranties that come with the systems they install. The longer a warranty lasts and the more things it covers, the better. Of course, as a condition of keeping the warranty, you must remember to schedule annual geothermal HVAC maintenance services.
Our team has the skills and experience necessary to set up your new geothermal HVAC system and let you enjoy it for many years to come. Call Absolute Comfort Heating & Cooling, Inc. to get the highest-quality geothermal HVAC services in Norfolk, VA.
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