Why Stick to One Service Provider?
You rely on the plumbing, cooling and heating systems in your home every day to keep your family safe and comfortable. Often, depending on the type of furnace and AC units, the heating and cooling systems may be connected to the home's plumbing, and dependent on it to operate.
Even if the systems aren't connected to each other, for both cost and convenience, it only makes sense to have one multi-service provider that can handle all your plumbing, cooling and heating maintenance and repair needs.
Service History
One critical reason to have one service provider for all your plumbing and HVAC needs is the trust you develop in the company over time. Another reason for having a single service provider is it will give the company the opportunity to develop a reliable picture of your home's heating, cooling and plumbing needs.
When a technician is familiar with your home’s system requirements, and knows about prior maintenance or repair issues, he will be able to locate and correct many of the cause of service issues faster and make better recommendations based on your system's service history. In addition to being able to make speedier repairs, being familiar with your home's systems will also allow your service provider to be better able to guide you if it becomes necessary to replace the part, or all, of your system.
Convenience of Having One Service Provider
Only having one service provider for all your plumbing, cooling and heating needs is unquestionably a tremendous comfort. Not only will it keep you from having to coordinate with more than one contractor, especially in an emergency situation, having just one service provider can save you time in other ways.
One key to keeping your plumbing and HVAC systems operating is getting professional help when you need it. Having to call the HVAC company and then the plumber, and then have the HVAC company come back can be a huge hassle, to say the least. Having multiple service providers also means having to vet each company thoroughly separately.
You will have to check to be sure each provider has a solid reputation in the community, checking with friends and neighbors and the Better Business Bureau. You will also need to confirm each company is licensed by state law and has the proper liability and workers compensation insurance. With just one multi-service provider you will only need to do your homework one time.
Efficiency to Work with One Company
No part of your home affects your comfort the way the heating, cooling and plumbing systems do. However, most homeowners nearly take all three systems for granted, until something stops working properly, such as your furnace going out in the middle of a blizzard or when there is suddenly no hot water when everyone is trying to get ready for work and school at the same time.
Even the best systems and appliances can break down if not properly maintained, but most mechanical failures can be prevented with some simple routine maintenance tasks. From cleaning the drain to fixing leaking ductwork and servicing the water heater, with just one service provider you can have confidence that all your heating, cooling, and plumbing systems are working smoothly with just one call.
Cost of Timely Professionals
Timely professional maintenance is one of the most important factors in heating, cooling and plumbing performance. Clogged filters, and dirty thermostats, and squeaky fan motors can both reduce cooling and heating efficiency by as much as 25 percent and lead to premature system failure. Depending on the type of system you used to heat and cool your home, regular service from a trained professional can substantially lower your annual utility costs while drastically prolonging the life of your systems.
When most people think about their plumbing system, they typically think of the pipes and fixtures that bring them the water. However, homeowners seldom stop to think about the appliances connected to the plumbing system that they rely on for so many of their daily needs, like the water heater and washing machine.
Much routine maintenance task that could end up costing you a lot in the way of both money and headaches if left undetected will often be caught by a service provider who handles both plumbing and HVAC services.
As an example, a tech that only provides HVAC service might not pay any attention to, or bother to mention, the leak coming from the washing machine hose in the cellar when he performs the annual service call on your furnace.
However, a multi-service provider could both spot and fix the problem on the spot, saving you from a bigger expense down the road, and the possibility of a flooded basement. As you can see, it only makes sense to hire just one company to service your both plumbing and HVAC systems.
If you are in need of a service provider who can handle your plumbing, cooling and heating needs, call us at The Meridian Company in the East Lansing, MI area at (517) 339-6300.
