Heating and Air Conditioning to be Answered

Your HVAC contractor should always ask the following questions to help properly conduct a comfort analysis and system layout and  design for your family and home:

• Would you like to change anything about your current air conditioning and/or heating system?
• What do you like most about your present system?
• What benefits do you expect from your new system?
• Does your existing system heat and cool your home to your satisfaction?
• Are there rooms that are too hot or too cold?
• What temperature is your thermostat set on during the summer? Winter?
• Do you have a scheduled lifestyle that encourages adjusting the thermostat frequently, or for stretches of time for which You know the home will not be occupied?
• Do you set the thermostat at different temperatures for the hours that you're awake and the hours you're asleep?
• What types of heating or cooling problems have you experienced?
• Have you had any problems with condensate drainage?
• What is your average summer electric bill?
• Who performs your regular energy-savings check-ups?
• How long do you plan on residing in this home?
• Do you plan to remodel or expand your floor plan in the future?
• Have you made any changes to your home since the existing air conditioning and/or heating system was originally installed?
• How many people reside in your home?
• Does anyone residing in your home have allergies?
• Do you understand ratings like SEER and SHR?
• Do you understand how HVAC systems work or, more specifically, do you understand how the system I'm recommending for your home works?