Buying & planning - Page 2
Buying & planning
Comparing proposals, checking programs and knowing what to ask before the work begins.
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At home
The garden screen looked better on the sketch
Leave room for airflow, cleaning, drainage and repair before building around outdoor equipment.
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At home
The outdoor model number wasn't the whole system
Ask for the complete equipment combination, especially when comparing ratings, controls, warranties and program eligibility.
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I stood by the bedroom window before choosing the spot
A quiet specification is only part of siting. Consider windows, reflecting surfaces, vibration and service access.
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Two proposals, one kitchen table, six missing answers
Before comparing the totals, compare the equipment, backup plan, duct work, electrical scope and handover.
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Before the energy advisor arrives
Use the assessment to understand the house and prepare the access and questions it needs.
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One folder for the equipment in the house
Build a small equipment file that makes service calls, warranty checks and future quotes easier.
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