Top 10 HVAC Companies in Los Altos, CA
Top questions to ask before hiring an hvac company
What type of insurance do you have? Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) professionals work on a variety of mechanical areas of the home. You'll want to ask specific questions regarding professional training and licensing, as well as what types of insurance they have (for example, mold, air pollution or worker's compensation). It's fair to ask for the dollar amounts they are covered and a quality professional will show you verification of coverage.
HVAC professionals attend to a home's thermal needs as well as air quality. Because of the technical aspects of HVAC work, find out the scope of work your professional can perform. You may only need your heating unit serviced however, if this professional also specializes in energy efficiency, mold assessment, or offer ways for you to save on energy costs, you may want to hire them for future projects. Because some equipment is gas-powered, your professional should be able to answer questions about installing gas lines and permitting.
Ask about guarantees on labor or warranties on parts for your HVAC project. It's common to have a time limitation on parts and equipment. Save any paperwork related to your project so you can refer back to instruction manuals or serial numbers.
When working with a heating and cooling professional, ask if their company offers pricing incentives to encourage you to hire them on a regular basis. It's common to have your equipment inspected and serviced at least once a year. Your HVAC company may also offer special pricing on filters, ventilation cleaning or energy assessments.
Regardless of the scope of your project, find out what you need to do to prepare your home for their visit. For example, the HVAC professional will need access to the areas in question and may need access to other mechanical or ventilation points. Make sure pets and children are kept out of the way. Ask if your project will involve removing dry wall or making any other structural changes – you may need to hire a professional drywall contractor to patch up HVAC work. If you are adding a unit that may contribute to carbon monoxide within the home, find out if you need to purchase a carbon monoxide detector.
Recent reviews for Los Altos HVAC Contractors
They didn't even want to come out and give an estimate, I have a new heating unit but they said it wouldn't be compatible with what they have for AC
DON’T GIVE A-1 HEATING AND COOLING YOUR BUSINESS Groupon had an offer for $51 air conditioner maintenance from A-1 Heating and Cooling. The tech looked at the A/C unit and said it was fine. (He didn’t even turn on the unit) I asked if he was going to do a...
no job done . Job was to small for them to do . Walked in looked at it and walked out with
This guy called and was rude on the phone from the start , so I told him to fogey it
Excellent. I hired them to replace a 40+ year old home furnace. I would definitely recommend them to family and friends. They were prompt, expert, and completed the work very professionally.
Great insulation services ! 1000sq. R-38 insulation in just 1 day !!!
Everything You Need to Know About Los Altos HVAC Companies
Who should I hire if I need HVAC in Los Altos?
Right now there are about 50 companies in and around Los Altos ready to help you with your hvac project.
Below we've listed a few of the top HVAC Contractors on Porch:
- smart72
- Air Duct Cleaning Belmont
- Air Duct Cleaning Redwood City
Can I browse unscreened HVAC Contractors in Los Altos?
We do our best to screen all of our hvac contractors. However, there are still some hvac contractor professionals in Los Altos that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Los Altos or CA. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering hvac:
- Alternative HVAC Solutions, Inc.:
- BBB Rating: A+
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- BARLOW'S REFRIGERATION CO.:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- Cold Craft, Inc. Heating, Cooling and Refrigeration:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
How does invoicing/payment work for most HVAC Contractor projects in Los Altos?
Every project differs, but you should ask any hvac contractor for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any hvac work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for hvac contractors to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your hvac contractor project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the hvac contractor to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
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change Thermostate furnace. Current thremostat PRO is malfunctioning
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I need to replace the original thermostat for living room baseboard heaters and have already bought a Honeywell 5-2 day/programmable electric heat thermostat (RLV4305A).
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