Buying & planning - Page 6
Buying & planning
Comparing proposals, checking programs and knowing what to ask before the work begins.
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Buying notes
What does the warranty actually cover?
Get the model-specific terms and clarify who pays for service, labour and other charges.
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Buying notes
Plan the insulation before choosing the size
Coordinate building improvements and equipment selection so each proposal uses the right assumptions.
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Buying notes
Check the rebate before the installation date
The current Home Renovation Savings sequence, including the approval needed before installation.
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At home
The portable AC needed a proper way outdoors
A portable unit still has to reject heat outside. Check its window kit, hose route, drainage and electrical requirements.
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Buying notes
A repair estimate, then a decision
Consider the fault, condition, downtime and replacement scope before making an expensive decision.
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The biggest window unit wasn't the obvious winner
Room load, window compatibility, support and electrical supply matter more than buying the largest capacity on the shelf.
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