Did your air conditioner kicks the bucket in the middle of a sweltering summer? Is the temperature outside is in the single digits? If your HVAC system dies during either season, you will want to get someone in as soon as possible. There may be a simple solution: only a professional will know for sure. A contractor can help you decide which HVAC system and brand is right for you: Trane, Carrier, Goodman, Amana, or Bryant.

In a heating/cooling emergency, be sure to assess the immediate danger. If the temperature reaches extreme highs or lows, think about moving your family to another location until the repairs can be completed. If the temperature is not dire, merely uncomfortable, decide if pipes or other equipment might be in danger if the repairs are not made immediately.