{"id":850,"date":"2020-02-03T11:00:22","date_gmt":"2020-02-03T16:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.covenantheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/?p=850"},"modified":"2026-03-23T07:20:05","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T12:20:05","slug":"choosing-right-contractor-hvac-repairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.covenantheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/hvac\/choosing-right-contractor-hvac-repairs\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Right Contractor for HVAC Repairs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.covenantheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Choosing-the-Right-Contractor-for-HVAC-Repairs-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"HVAC service technician discussing air conditioning unit maintenance with homeowner outdoors.\n\" class=\"wp-image-852\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.covenantheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Choosing-the-Right-Contractor-for-HVAC-Repairs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.covenantheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Choosing-the-Right-Contractor-for-HVAC-Repairs-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.covenantheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Choosing-the-Right-Contractor-for-HVAC-Repairs.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the time of year where older heating systems start to struggle\u2014after all they\u2019ve been working hard all season. If yours wasn\u2019t properly maintained, or even simply if it\u2019s aged to the point that it\u2019s having trouble keeping up with demand, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it might be time for you to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.covenantheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/hvac\/extending-the-life-of-your-hvac-system\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">schedule professional HVAC repair<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to restore your system\u2019s efficiency.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But who should you call? Perhaps that handyman who lives down the street? Or maybe you can watch an online video and conduct HVAC repairs on your own!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We really don\u2019t recommend either of these options. Not only could you wind up doing more harm than good to the system itself, but you could injure yourself or put your household in danger. We understand the urgency that comes with needing heating repairs in the middle of winter, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">but you\u2019d do well to do your research and choose <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.covenantheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/choosing-right-hvac-company\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a licensed HVAC contractor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your HVAC repairs. What should you look for? Read on!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What should you look for in a professional HVAC service contractor?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing an HVAC service contractor, look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Certified HVAC experience<\/strong>, not a general handyman<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Full-service capabilities<\/strong>, including repairs and system upgrades<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indoor air quality solutions<\/strong>, such as filtration and ventilation support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energy efficiency expertise<\/strong>, focused on lowering utility costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long-term reliability<\/strong>, not just quick, temporary fixes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As we alluded to above, some homeowners think it\u2019s okay to call in any handyman with a little experience on electric and mechanical devices to service a heater. But this is likely only going to end in a headache. Complex heating equipment is difficult for even the most skilled of handy folks, and you\u2019ll probably need to pay more to call in someone who could have done the job properly in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides that, your safety comes first. The only technicians who can ensure that safety are those who have been comprehensively trained. You\u2019ll certainly get that from a company like ours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sales <em>and <\/em>Service<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, you need repairs. But if a contractor comes to your home to conduct repairs and doesn\u2019t have the authority or resources to replace a system that could really use an upgrade, you may end up wasting money on repairs that aren\u2019t going to help your HVAC system last <em>that <\/em>much longer, anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you work with a team that handles both sales <em>and <\/em>service, you\u2019ll get help with making an informed decision about what you should do with your failing system. On that note, it\u2019s also helpful to work with a company that provides electrical and indoor air quality services as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even gas-powered heaters have electrical components, and hooking everything up correct during installation or making sure your HVAC repairs are effective require extensive knowledge of those components. Plus, your indoor air quality can be affected by your HVAC system\u2014and a knowledgeable contractor will help you pair up the right IAQ solutions with your HVAC system if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focus on Energy Savings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re hiring an HVAC contractor for your repair work, you want a company that has your best interests in mind. In our industry, this means finding professionals who care about your long-term comfort and savings\u2014not just someone interested in making a sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means they\u2019ll look at how you can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.covenantheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/hvac\/its-time-year-schedule-ac-tune-up\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">save energy with HVAC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is something you simply cannot expect from an amateur.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>When you need professional services for your <a href=\"\/service-areas\/franklin-tn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HVAC in Franklin, TN<\/a>, look no further than <a href=\"\/contact\/send-message#breadcrumbs-container\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Covenant Heating and Cooling<\/a>. 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