What Homeowners Should Know Before You Schedule AC Repair

At Three Rivers Heating and Cooling, we know that choosing a company you can trust to perform AC repair in Portland is important. We know how important it is to find a dependable company that does good work. We can help. Getting the answers to these questions can help you make a confident, informed decision.

1. How long have you been in business? A company that has been around a long time with long-term employees is often a good one.
2. Is your company insured? Any expert that works in your home should have liability insurance to protect you in the case of accidental damage or injury.
3. What kinds of licenses and certifications do your technicians carry? A truly professional AC repair company will require their professionals to be licensed, certified and require ongoing education and training of their technicians to keep them up-to-date with current trends and developments.
4. Do you have any references you can offer? A dependable company that provides AC repair should have a number of references they’ll readily share with you. Check these references and figure out all the details about AC repairs the prospective company has performed.
5. Will you give a written estimate? Make certain to get a written estimate so you can check all the particulars involved with your AC repair. And remember, the cheapest estimate isn’t always the best estimate. Your detailed estimates should help you get rid of companies you aren’t wanting to work with, no matter how cheap they are.
6. Do your technicians have experience working on my system? You may want to make sure the company you pick has experience working on your particular equipment, especially if it contains any less-common features.
7. Will my AC repairs be warrantied? Work supported by a warranty is a no-brainer. If a company isn’t okay standing behind their work, you should move on.

If you’d like any more information about AC repairs and would like to talk through these questions with us, give Three Rivers Heating and Cooling a call at (503) 739-5400. We’re happy to help!