1. LOGO Heating Contractor HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT The Benefits The Questions Contact Information Goes Here Do you have a state license? How long have you been in business under this name? Do you have three references you can give me? Does the quote include federal, state, and local taxes? Do you offer written estimates? Will the payment terms be outlined in the contract? Can I hold back one-third of the payment until work is completed and approved by me? What are the warranties on the equipment? Are there warranties on your labor? When facing the challenge of replacing an existing heating system or installing a new one, you want to be sure that the equipment is installed properly, maintained correctly, and kept in the best operation condition possible. A homeowner wants to be assured that the furnace or heat pump is safe to operate, that it's working efficiently, and that the level of heating provided is the best the equipment can offer. You’ll be comfortable. Without proper heating systems in your home, it won’t take long before the weather outside makes you cold inside. With a heating system and the right people to install and repair it, you’ll be comfortable no matter how cold it gets outside. This is a job you simply cannot do yourself. While heating system problems may seem simple at first glance to those experienced in DIY, they’re not. You need a professional to protect both yourself, and your home. After finding the right one, you’ll be able to get help with your system at any hour of the day or night. You will be provided with a guarantee or warranty of work that will give you peace of mind. Can I purchase additional warranty on either parts or labor? Do you offer financing? Will you be able to start within 3 business days? Will I get at least 24 hours’ notice before my equipment is installed? Will you show up at the same time every day? Do you know the current problems in my home and how to fix them? What’s the capacity, sound level, and energy efficiency of the equipment you’ll install? Do you perform a proper load calculation? How much will it cost?

2. Heating Contractor CHECKLIST  Check with friends and family, and professional contractor associations (such as The Air Conditioner Contractors of America and the Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association) to start your search for the best contractor for you and your home.  Check for referrals and testimonials both online and at the Better Business Bureau to see if any one contractor has any complaints lodged against them. Also make sure you’re looking for positive reports and comments too!  Create a list of every single name you’ve come up with and, after checking out testimonials and referrals, narrow the list down to the five you think will be best.  Call after hours to ensure the company will be able to help you whenever you need them.  Check to make sure that the capacity of any heating system, the sound level, and the energy efficiency will be suitable for you and your home.  If the contractor’s price is too high, feel free to negotiate with them as best you can.  Set up a time for a consultation.  Have a contract drawn up that will detail what work will be done, how long it will take, and what the final cost will be.  Set up an appointment as soon as possible to get you’re heating system in place and to get you back to the comfortable place called home! 972-555-1212 www.yoursite.com Company Address LOGO