Buyers Guide

This buyer's guide was assembled to assist you in the purchase of your new heating and air conditioning system. Since this system purchase represents the largest expenditure you will make for a home appliance it is important that you understand as much as you can before you buy. In this guide we will cover areas important for you to understand prior to evaluating system proposals. In the last section, "Buyer Beware", we review many misleading and negligent practices that may cost you money and aggravation.



Comparing Cost


It is not easy to compare air conditioning proposals. Some things you should be aware of include:




Do the brands being compared represent the same quality?
How do the various dealers compare? (see selecting a dealer)
Is the SEER rating and tonnage the same for similar brands being proposed?
Are the warranties the same?
Does the installation cost cover the same items? (see Installation Checklist)
Does the price include dismantling and hauling away old equipment?
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