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Why Choose Airforce Heating and Air Conditioning?
If you need heating or air conditioning service in Va. Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk or Portsmouth, we are the company to call. We have the
best prices, outstanding customer service and stand behind all of our work with a solid, 100% money back satisfaction guarantee.
If you need to replace your heating or air conditioning equipment, it is wise to get at least three estimates and all we ask is that you let us be
one of them. We will win your confidence and we welcome the opportunity to showcase our company against any other heating and cooling
contractor in Hampton Roads!
If you need heating or air conditioning service in Va. Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk or Portsmouth, we are the company to call. We have the
best prices, outstanding customer service and stand behind all of our work with a solid, 100% money back satisfaction guarantee.
If you need to replace your heating or air conditioning equipment, it is wise to get at least three estimates and all we ask is that you let us be
one of them. We will win your confidence and we welcome the opportunity to showcase our company against any other heating and cooling
contractor in Hampton Roads!
Specializing in Heating, Air Conditioning service, repairs and equipment replacements in Va beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk and Portsmouth
Tips on Hiring a Heating and Cooling Contractor by the Ex-Wife of a Heating
and Cooling Contractor
by: Myla Madson
Myla Madson.com
No, I'm not going to bash my ex or his heating and cooling business. I will, however, offer
closely guarded insider information you won't find in other articles on how to hire a
heating and cooling contractor. Information that will save you money, ensure you do not
get ripped off, and open your eyes on an industry filled with violent sex offenders,
convicted felons and a complete assortment of other shady individuals.
If you take a look online at some of the articles out there that give advice on hiring a
heating and cooling contractor, you will find that almost all of them seem to be written by
the same person offering the same rehashed tips and advise. I was floored after reading
many of the "expert" articles that left out some of the most important information needed
to safely choose a heating and cooling contractor.
I say safely because I'm sure everyone would agree that protecting your family ranks
higher on your to do list than saving money on a new furnace or air conditioner. You
can go online right this minute to the registered sex offender data base in my city and
find three convicted violent sex offenders, two of those crimes committed against
children, who now work for heating and cooling companies. Their employment
information is right there for all to see.
You would think that a company would screen their employees to make sure this does
not happen, but most don't. A sad reality in the heating and cooling business is a severe
shortage of qualified people to do the work and dozens of companies competing for the
handful of honest, hard working, drug free technicians most families would feel
comfortable inviting into their homes.
You will find that in most cities, a number of heating and cooling companies ( handyman
services also) are actually just one man operations. Some of these companies are
actually run by sex offenders and when they register with the state to be put in the sex
offender registry, they will list their employment as self employed, not giving the actual
name of their company. Convicted criminals and sex offenders are also not likely to
name their company after themselves or just use their initials in order to hide their
record from you so keep that in mind. A company named Myla Madson heating and
cooling has little to hide.
Now you would think that a convicted felon or sex offender could not work in a service
industry but there is no law against it. In fact, in many areas of the country, guys that
start their own heating and cooling company just need a city business license and don't
have to get a state contractors license (which does require a background check) unless
they do a certain volume of work, which of course is easy to get around. If the state
does require it, many will just ignore the difficult to enforce regulation.
Beware, if you hire a guy without a heating and cooling contractor's license and then
have trouble with that contractor, you are on your own. Sad to say but the state only
regulates licensed contractors and many companies out there are not licensed, at least
not by the state contracting board.
So, ask to see a copy of their state contractor's license as well as their city business
license. It would also be a good idea to see their insurance certificate. There's nothing
worse than getting your house burned down by an uninsured company, and many of
them aren't.
You are going to spend a lot of money replacing your heating and cooling system so
take your time and do your homework. Ask to visit their shop or office; if it is in their
living room, move on. I know that is unfair to those just starting out in the business but it
is not worth the risk of them not being around next year if you have problems with your
new system, and believe me, many of them won't be.
Most larger heating and cooling contractors have a salesman who will come out to visit
with you and take a look at your house to determine what equipment will best address
any and all of your heating and cooling needs. He will generally be well dressed,
professional and a pleasure to deal with; those that show up to install the system, not so
much.
Ask about the install crew and whether or not they are drug tested and have had a
criminal background check done. Get their full names so you can go online and pull up
your cities court data and verify for yourself. If they won't give you the names, move on.
My ex makes sure all of his employees carry a company ID card that they show the
customer when they open the door.
When the sales person is there, make sure he or she runs a heat load calculation on
your home. They should have a laptop with a program that does this for them after they
plug in some information and measurements of your home. If they do not have such a
program, move on.
A lot of people think they can check the Better Business Bureau to get the real scoop on
a company's reputation and track record. Think again. The BBB is a private, self
regulated business that earns its revenue from business membership fees. This
"bureau" is in no way affiliated with the government and it collects money from those it is
supposed to regulate. Can anyone say conflict of interest?
Now of course the BBB thinks they are a regulatory agency and will often strong arm
businesses into joining by threatening to post a negative record of them when a
customer calls to check the company out ... very shady indeed!
Always rely more on what the Chamber of Commerce has to say about the company. In
fact, I would not use a company that is not a registered member and in good standing.
In order for a company to do all the things I've mentioned, you will pay more for a new
heating and cooling system than you would if you just picked three guys out of the
phone book and based your decision on price alone. This is why my ex is having a
tough time right now; customers just don't know how to choose the right heating and
cooling contractor.
He's losing out to one truck companies working out of their homes, midsize companies
hiring anybody with a pulse, and large conglomerates backed by Sears, Home depot or
the utility company and very few of them playing by the rules like he does Oh, by the
way, Home Depot and Sears sub the work out to local contractors after you purchase
your heating and cooling system anyway and take a cut for themselves, which of course
raises the price of your unit ... totally unnecessary, why pay a middle man? If you
choose them because they stand behind their service, you may get more than you
bargained for. A recent news report uncovered Home depot sending a convicted sex
offender to a single woman's home to reface her cabinets, so be careful!
Also remember that asking for references from past customers like a lot of other articles
recommend you do, will usually get you the names of the owner's friends, family or
girlfriend. Never base your decision on testimonials unless they are from someone you
know, which you probably would have already done if you knew someone who had a
good recommendation and would not be currently reading this article to get tips on
hiring a heating and cooling contractor in the first place ... dumbest tip ever and one on
every "experts" list..
One more bit of advice. If your heating or cooling system has stopped working and a
service company comes out and recommends it be replaced for whatever reason,
always get a second opinion. You will most likely have to pay another service charge,
but if another company tells you the same thing, then it is certainly worth the peace of
mind and most companies will deduct the service charge if you buy a new system
anyway.
If he says something entirely different and is able to fix your unit, then thank your lucky
stars and fax his findings to the first company who was most likely trying to rip you off
and demand your money back.
You are always going to pay more during extreme hot or cold weather due to increased
hourly wages and overtime, so the best time to shop for a new system is during the Fall
and Spring or whenever your area has the mildest weather. Companies start to get
hungry and will compete hard against one another for your business. This is the best
time to get a great deal on a great heating and cooling system.
Some "experts" recommend that you visit different manufactures websites and learn as
much as you can about the different type of heating and cooling systems out there.
That's fine but be prepared for a lengthy learning curve as there are more than a
hundred different brands of heating and cooling equipment and thousands of different
models.
Believe me, if you just do what I recommend in this article and find a reputable company,
they will let you know what is best for your home. Compare three or four different
companies, their warranties, pricing and then make a decision that you can feel
comfortable with.
There are a lot of bad seeds in the heating and cooling industry as well as a lot of
regulatory loop holes that allow companies to cut corners that in the end wind up costing
you much more than you could ever save by ignoring my advice and going on price
alone.
and Cooling Contractor
by: Myla Madson
Myla Madson.com
No, I'm not going to bash my ex or his heating and cooling business. I will, however, offer
closely guarded insider information you won't find in other articles on how to hire a
heating and cooling contractor. Information that will save you money, ensure you do not
get ripped off, and open your eyes on an industry filled with violent sex offenders,
convicted felons and a complete assortment of other shady individuals.
If you take a look online at some of the articles out there that give advice on hiring a
heating and cooling contractor, you will find that almost all of them seem to be written by
the same person offering the same rehashed tips and advise. I was floored after reading
many of the "expert" articles that left out some of the most important information needed
to safely choose a heating and cooling contractor.
I say safely because I'm sure everyone would agree that protecting your family ranks
higher on your to do list than saving money on a new furnace or air conditioner. You
can go online right this minute to the registered sex offender data base in my city and
find three convicted violent sex offenders, two of those crimes committed against
children, who now work for heating and cooling companies. Their employment
information is right there for all to see.
You would think that a company would screen their employees to make sure this does
not happen, but most don't. A sad reality in the heating and cooling business is a severe
shortage of qualified people to do the work and dozens of companies competing for the
handful of honest, hard working, drug free technicians most families would feel
comfortable inviting into their homes.
You will find that in most cities, a number of heating and cooling companies ( handyman
services also) are actually just one man operations. Some of these companies are
actually run by sex offenders and when they register with the state to be put in the sex
offender registry, they will list their employment as self employed, not giving the actual
name of their company. Convicted criminals and sex offenders are also not likely to
name their company after themselves or just use their initials in order to hide their
record from you so keep that in mind. A company named Myla Madson heating and
cooling has little to hide.
Now you would think that a convicted felon or sex offender could not work in a service
industry but there is no law against it. In fact, in many areas of the country, guys that
start their own heating and cooling company just need a city business license and don't
have to get a state contractors license (which does require a background check) unless
they do a certain volume of work, which of course is easy to get around. If the state
does require it, many will just ignore the difficult to enforce regulation.
Beware, if you hire a guy without a heating and cooling contractor's license and then
have trouble with that contractor, you are on your own. Sad to say but the state only
regulates licensed contractors and many companies out there are not licensed, at least
not by the state contracting board.
So, ask to see a copy of their state contractor's license as well as their city business
license. It would also be a good idea to see their insurance certificate. There's nothing
worse than getting your house burned down by an uninsured company, and many of
them aren't.
You are going to spend a lot of money replacing your heating and cooling system so
take your time and do your homework. Ask to visit their shop or office; if it is in their
living room, move on. I know that is unfair to those just starting out in the business but it
is not worth the risk of them not being around next year if you have problems with your
new system, and believe me, many of them won't be.
Most larger heating and cooling contractors have a salesman who will come out to visit
with you and take a look at your house to determine what equipment will best address
any and all of your heating and cooling needs. He will generally be well dressed,
professional and a pleasure to deal with; those that show up to install the system, not so
much.
Ask about the install crew and whether or not they are drug tested and have had a
criminal background check done. Get their full names so you can go online and pull up
your cities court data and verify for yourself. If they won't give you the names, move on.
My ex makes sure all of his employees carry a company ID card that they show the
customer when they open the door.
When the sales person is there, make sure he or she runs a heat load calculation on
your home. They should have a laptop with a program that does this for them after they
plug in some information and measurements of your home. If they do not have such a
program, move on.
A lot of people think they can check the Better Business Bureau to get the real scoop on
a company's reputation and track record. Think again. The BBB is a private, self
regulated business that earns its revenue from business membership fees. This
"bureau" is in no way affiliated with the government and it collects money from those it is
supposed to regulate. Can anyone say conflict of interest?
Now of course the BBB thinks they are a regulatory agency and will often strong arm
businesses into joining by threatening to post a negative record of them when a
customer calls to check the company out ... very shady indeed!
Always rely more on what the Chamber of Commerce has to say about the company. In
fact, I would not use a company that is not a registered member and in good standing.
In order for a company to do all the things I've mentioned, you will pay more for a new
heating and cooling system than you would if you just picked three guys out of the
phone book and based your decision on price alone. This is why my ex is having a
tough time right now; customers just don't know how to choose the right heating and
cooling contractor.
He's losing out to one truck companies working out of their homes, midsize companies
hiring anybody with a pulse, and large conglomerates backed by Sears, Home depot or
the utility company and very few of them playing by the rules like he does Oh, by the
way, Home Depot and Sears sub the work out to local contractors after you purchase
your heating and cooling system anyway and take a cut for themselves, which of course
raises the price of your unit ... totally unnecessary, why pay a middle man? If you
choose them because they stand behind their service, you may get more than you
bargained for. A recent news report uncovered Home depot sending a convicted sex
offender to a single woman's home to reface her cabinets, so be careful!
Also remember that asking for references from past customers like a lot of other articles
recommend you do, will usually get you the names of the owner's friends, family or
girlfriend. Never base your decision on testimonials unless they are from someone you
know, which you probably would have already done if you knew someone who had a
good recommendation and would not be currently reading this article to get tips on
hiring a heating and cooling contractor in the first place ... dumbest tip ever and one on
every "experts" list..
One more bit of advice. If your heating or cooling system has stopped working and a
service company comes out and recommends it be replaced for whatever reason,
always get a second opinion. You will most likely have to pay another service charge,
but if another company tells you the same thing, then it is certainly worth the peace of
mind and most companies will deduct the service charge if you buy a new system
anyway.
If he says something entirely different and is able to fix your unit, then thank your lucky
stars and fax his findings to the first company who was most likely trying to rip you off
and demand your money back.
You are always going to pay more during extreme hot or cold weather due to increased
hourly wages and overtime, so the best time to shop for a new system is during the Fall
and Spring or whenever your area has the mildest weather. Companies start to get
hungry and will compete hard against one another for your business. This is the best
time to get a great deal on a great heating and cooling system.
Some "experts" recommend that you visit different manufactures websites and learn as
much as you can about the different type of heating and cooling systems out there.
That's fine but be prepared for a lengthy learning curve as there are more than a
hundred different brands of heating and cooling equipment and thousands of different
models.
Believe me, if you just do what I recommend in this article and find a reputable company,
they will let you know what is best for your home. Compare three or four different
companies, their warranties, pricing and then make a decision that you can feel
comfortable with.
There are a lot of bad seeds in the heating and cooling industry as well as a lot of
regulatory loop holes that allow companies to cut corners that in the end wind up costing
you much more than you could ever save by ignoring my advice and going on price
alone.
We do EXTENSIVE background checks on all of our employees
to ensure your families safety... most companies don't.
to ensure your families safety... most companies don't.
Feb 13-15 - 2009 Mid-Atlantic Home and Flower Show at
the Virginia beach pavilion. Thank you to everyone who
came to see us at our booth. This years show theme was
"going green". Responsible companies get involved in the
community and we commend Classic's One Hour Heating
and Cooling, 7 Services Company, Mechanical Equipment
Sales and the HVAC Warehouse for representing the
heating and cooling industry at the show this year.
Airforce Heating and Cooling did a better job of it of
course, but then again, we are a bit biased. Actor turned
environmentalist, Ed Begley Jr. was the guest speaker.
the Virginia beach pavilion. Thank you to everyone who
came to see us at our booth. This years show theme was
"going green". Responsible companies get involved in the
community and we commend Classic's One Hour Heating
and Cooling, 7 Services Company, Mechanical Equipment
Sales and the HVAC Warehouse for representing the
heating and cooling industry at the show this year.
Airforce Heating and Cooling did a better job of it of
course, but then again, we are a bit biased. Actor turned
environmentalist, Ed Begley Jr. was the guest speaker.
| Company News |
| Feature Article |
Airforce heating and Air conditioning will be participating
once again in this years MS150 bike ride taking place in
the Spring over on the Eastern Shore. We hope to raise a
ton of money for a great cause and that no one on our
team has a heart attack during the 150 mile ride!
once again in this years MS150 bike ride taking place in
the Spring over on the Eastern Shore. We hope to raise a
ton of money for a great cause and that no one on our
team has a heart attack during the 150 mile ride!
We are proud to announce that we are releasing our
exciting line of Heating and Cooling training videos in the
next couple of weeks. These highly acclaimed videos are
taught by former ATI instructor, Jeff Sarvis and long time
business owner and expert in the HVAC industry, David
Bocock. They will teach a complete beginner how to
perform a well paying entry level job in the heating and air
conditioning field and have that person working and
earning a great paycheck in one month or less ...
Guaranteed! Keep an eye out for their release. Check
back to the sales page often!
exciting line of Heating and Cooling training videos in the
next couple of weeks. These highly acclaimed videos are
taught by former ATI instructor, Jeff Sarvis and long time
business owner and expert in the HVAC industry, David
Bocock. They will teach a complete beginner how to
perform a well paying entry level job in the heating and air
conditioning field and have that person working and
earning a great paycheck in one month or less ...
Guaranteed! Keep an eye out for their release. Check
back to the sales page often!
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with qualifying repair
Here is a cool commercial we will be running soon on
television, what do you think?
television, what do you think?
We would like to offer a huge welcome to Chris
Thompson, the department manager of our new Termite
and Pest Control division.
That's right, we now offer termite and pest control. We
are fully liscensed and insured and Chris brings more
than fifteen years experience with him in the pest
management industry.
Call us today for a free termite and pest control
inspection!
Thompson, the department manager of our new Termite
and Pest Control division.
That's right, we now offer termite and pest control. We
are fully liscensed and insured and Chris brings more
than fifteen years experience with him in the pest
management industry.
Call us today for a free termite and pest control
inspection!