HVAC repair guide
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HVAC repair checklist

Copy this list for your next service call.

  • ☐ Thermostat, filter and breaker checked
  • ☐ Symptoms and error codes written down
  • ☐ Model and serial numbers recorded
  • ☐ Warranty papers found
  • ☐ Service-call and diagnostic fees confirmed
  • ☐ Diagnosis received before repair
  • ☐ Written estimate reviewed line by line
  • ☐ Contractor license checked
  • ☐ Approval given in writing
  • ☐ Invoice compared with estimate before paying