There’s a saying often heard in the HVAC industry: It’s not the brand that matters; it’s the installation. While there’s some truth to this common statement, it’s not the whole truth. Poor installation can ruin the performance of even the best HVAC system, leaving you dealing with endless maintenance and costly repairs.
At Genuine Comfort, we want you to know the reality of the relationship between installation and equipment. Keep reading to learn why both factors are equally important when it comes to achieving an HVAC system you can rely on.
The Role of Skilled Installation
First, let’s talk about what that saying gets right. It’s true that skilled installation plays an essential role in the success of your HVAC system. Without the proper training and expertise, your system won’t function properly.
We’re seeing this firsthand right now in Utah. Because certain brands don’t require any training, certifications, or standards to be able to install their equipment, there’s plenty of contractors who don’t have any business installing HVAC systems doing just that. All you need is a truck and a credit card, and you can scam homeowners to your heart’s content. No factory training, airflow design, or system sizing experience necessary.
The result of inexpert installation is undersized or oversized systems, broken ductwork, high utility bills, poor airflow, and premature system failure. We’ve been in the industry long enough to know that putting your HVAC system in the wrong hands is sure to cost more than you think, from the financial burden of maintenance and repairs to the headache of dealing with a malfunctioning system.
The Right Equipment Also Matters
This is doubly true when the equipment itself is subpar, which is what that saying gets wrong. The quality of the equipment is just as important as the quality of the installation.
We like to think of it like a gas station burrito. You can dress up a gas station burrito by putting it on a fancy plate, throwing a little garnish on it, and eating it with a silver fork. However, at the end of the day, it’s still a burrito from the gas station. It’s good enough for some people in certain situations, but it can’t compete with a truly delicious burrito made with fresh ingredients by a skilled chef.
The same principle applies to HVAC. You can make the equipment look nice and call it “high-efficiency”, but if it’s cheap — especially when it’s installed wrong — you’re getting nothing but problems.
The Truth About Lifetime Warranties
In the world of HVAC equipment, there’s a wide range of quality out there. You must be careful to avoid the pitfalls of subpar equipment. We recommend checking with Consumer Reports, an organization that has surveyed thousands of homeowners over the years to determine the best HVAC brands.
Stick to the brands at the top of that list. You may be tempted to opt for one of the ones at the bottom because they offer a lifetime warranty — however, with these unreliable brands, everything isn’t always as it seems.
The warranty may look good on paper, but by the time you need it, the damage has already been done. A lifetime warranty on cheap HVAC equipment is like being handed a fire extinguisher after your house has already burned down — and that’s if the fine print doesn’t void the warranty anyway.
We’re not saying this is always the case. We just want you to take care when choosing the make and model of your HVAC equipment to ensure you’re getting the best fit for your needs and avoid misleading tactics.
Genuine Comfort: Where Skilled Installation Meets Quality Equipment
At Genuine Comfort, we understand that both skilled installation and quality equipment are necessary to achieve an HVAC system that’s energy-efficient, reliable, and long-lasting. It’s not all about just the install or the brand — it’s about the whole system. That’s why our highly trained technicians only install the best, most dependable HVAC equipment. We get it done right with exceptional training, plenty of experience, and zero shortcuts or gimmicks.
If you’re in need of a new HVAC system, contact us today to get a free quote and learn more about what makes Genuine Comfort the best HVAC service provider in Northern Utah.
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