Never Hired a Contractor for Your Heating Needs Before?
What You Should Expect From a Professional Heating Contractor
If you have never had the need to use a professional heating contractor before, then chances are you have no idea what to expect. This is why our Duffey's Heating & Air Conditioning experts have provided this brief post outlining the duties of such a contractor.
Heating contractors install and repair the likes of vents, heaters, and air conditioners and their associated equipment, which can range from boilers, heat pumps, ductwork, thermostats, and furnaces. Some will be trained and licensed to perform duct sealing ducts and energy audits. So if a heater or HVAC system breaks down or needs any kind of maintenance or repair, then this contractor is the one to call.
Both heating and air conditioning contractors are certified with a NATE, which is short for North American Technician Excellence; this is the most respected award a contractor can get. A state licensing exam has to be sat and successfully passed before a contractor can work on any heating or cooling system.
The exam tests for practical knowledge pertaining to the parts, functions, and repair techniques for heaters and air conditioners. Mechanical codes will be also tested; however, this can vary by state. Once this test has been passed, the heating contractor will be given a license to practice, and the responsibility that comes with this license is the contractor must remain in full compliance with all the codes and regulations.
Most heating contractors need to carry some type of insurance, whether it is business insurance, workers’ compensation, or liability insurance. This will protect and compensate the contractor for any damage incurred while working at a client’s home. Every heating company must possess a license number, which is visibly displayed on the company vehicle and on advertisements or paperwork.
And there you have it reader, if you need such a contractor that is based in Littleton, CO, call us first on this number (303) 972-0263 today.
