Choosing the Right HVAC Maintenance Specialist for Your Business

Maintaining a commercial HVAC system is like getting treatment from a doctor. It prevents or treats issues before they become life-threatening.
It can even make your employees healthier by improving air quality. It boosts performance by 10% and results in 35% fewer sick days.
This makes finding the right "doctor" for your system essential. Read on to learn how to choose a commercial HVAC maintenance specialist for your business.

Check Licensing and Insurance

Search for specialists who have the proper local HVAC licensing and certification. It shows that they've met the requirements and have the necessary experience to do the job.
Federal law requires Section 608 certification for businesses that handle refrigerant. This is often necessary for HVAC maintenance.
Look at local requirements next. There is no state-wide license requirement in Illinois or a city-wide requirement in Chicago. Check for NATE or North American Technical Excellence certification instead. It offers four levels, including:

• Ready-to-Work Certificate
• HVAC Support Technician
• Core and Specialty Test
• Senior Level Efficiency Analyst

Check their insurance to protect you from any liabilities or damage. Worker's compensation coverage is the bare minimum. Look for other types such as:

• Commercial general liability
• Commercial property
• Errors and Omissions or professional liability

Gauge Their HVAC Industry Experience

Your HVAC maintenance specialist should be experienced in all areas, but you may also need a specialist. Look into what brands or systems they've worked with and see if they're relevant to you. Find out what parts they work with.
Gauge their experience by finding out what past customers thought about them. Ask for recommendations or a word-of-mouth referral from friends or family. Look at reviews and testimonials and ask for references.

Check Prices and Quotes

Ask the specialist about how to budget for HVAC costs. Their goal should be to help you maintain your system and avoid a massive bill in the future.
Get detailed quotes from multiple specialists. Look for a comprehensive list of the costs of labor, supplies, and additional fees.
Find out what pricing and financing options they offer and ask any other questions about their prices. An unwillingness to answer hints that they may be trying to hide a hidden part of the final cost.

Ask About Support and Emergency Services

Hiring an HVAC maintenance specialist to look at your system shouldn't be a one-time event. Find one that returns for regular checkups.
They should also be ready to return whenever you have an HVAC emergency. It's a massive problem for any business, but having an expert on call provides peace of mind.
Clear communication and customer support are the key to proper support. Expect them to answer your calls, work with your schedule, and explain their process in a way you can understand.

Find a Commercial HVAC Maintenance Specialist

 commercial HVAC maintenance specialist is the doctor that your system needs. They can prevent and treat issues that would require expensive repairs. Find one that's licensed, insured, experienced, affordable, and offers exceptional support.
Sun Mechanical Systems has 60 years of experience in the Chicagoland commercial HVAC market. Get a free consultation today.