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What is certification? Why is it important to homeowners who are looking for a technician to service the heating and cooling systems in their homes?
Choosing a heating or cooling contractor isn't a random act. Consumers want value for the money they spend. Therefore, many choose contractors whose technicians know heating and cooling because they don't have time for expensive and time-consuming call-backs.
Certification is independent, third-party verification of a technician's skills. It means a disinterested third party has validated a technician's knowledge of heating or cooling.
Industry research shows that 87 percent of consumers want their home's heating or cooling system installed and serviced by a certified technician. Many have had a bad experience with technicians who did not have the required knowledge or expertise. Certification assures homeowners that their system is being serviced by a knowledgeable technician.
North American Technician Excellence Inc. is an independent certification body for heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration technicians. The entire HVAC/R industry supports NATE, including manufacturers, wholesalers and contractors. NATE-certified technicians:
* have nationwide certification;
* have passed a rigorous industry-supported test;
* have proof of their knowledge;
* know heating and cooling;
* go beyond simply changing parts to fix the root of the problem.
Homeowners find real value in using a certified technician who can ensure their heating or cooling unit is properly installed and serviced so it performs the way it was designed to.
To find a contractor who has NATE-certified technicians, go to the Consumer Contractor Connection at www.natex.org. - NU |
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