Our home HVAC installations are complex assemblies, and, as with all machines, there’s a potential for mechanical failure. Here in Broken Arrow, our average lows are well below freezing for four months every year, and are in the high 70s or above right through summer. Our HVAC systems see service pretty much year-round, so keeping them in optimal working condition is important.Presented with a choice between a warranty package and a maintenance plan, the most important question is “which offers the advantage?”Home Warranty CompaniesHome warranty companies are third-party providers. They work for the insurers, not for the homeowner. They are, then, contracted to deliver the minimum level of service they can get away with, protecting the interests of the company that sends them regular work. If a home warranty company can exclude an expensive service, or a costly component, from the bill they pass on to their employer, it stands to reason that they will.How Maintenance Plans DifferMaintenance plans are just that: plans. You know exactly what you’re going to get, up front, and what that service does for you.Maintenance plans aim to save you both money and headaches, in the same way as regular tune-ups keep your car engine running both longer and more reliably. By contracting with a trusted, expert HVAC company, you ensure the health of your equipment. This is intended to extend its service life, and thus obviate the need for warrantied repairs before any breakdown occurs.What to Expect of Your Maintenance PlanRepairs have the potential to cost more than your warranty covers. That’s why a maintenance plan, which aims to prevent problems rather than solve them, is by far the best bet. Other benefits include:
Homeowners with scheduled plans are often offered discounts on repairs, and on parts
Regular tune-ups should result in lower running costs
If, despite everyone’s best efforts, a breakdown does eventually occur, your contractor should guarantee same-day arrival to resolve the problem. For homeowners in the greater Tulsa metro area, a full service contract with Air Assurance brings just such peace of mind.Our goal is to help educate our customers in the Tulsa and Broken Arrow, Oklahoma area about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).
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