Watch Out for AC Repair Scams This Summer

In the dog days of summer, when temperatures reach into the 90s in South Florida, and the heat index frequently exceeds 100°, people rely on their air conditioners more than ever. Unfortunately, according to the Better Business Bureau, as the mercury rises on thermometers, so does the number of AC repair scams. Unscrupulous people may try to take advantage of people’s desperation for AC relief when their air conditioners break by claiming they can fix them. According to reports, AC scammers strike most often in July and . In the event that your Fort Lauderdale air conditioning unit or Broward air conditioning unit breaks down and requires repairs, you should call upon only experienced and reputable home AC repair Fort Lauderdale companies. Before shelling out big bucks for expensive air conditioning repairs, get written estimates from multiple companies, and check these companies out online. Also find out if the company warranties its work.

Performing some background research online about AC repair Fort Lauderdale companies can help you avoid making a costly mistake. Search terms such as “air conditioning repair Fort Lauderdale” and “air conditioning repair Broward” to find websites of companies in the area that offer this service. The websites of some home AC repair Broward businesses inform visitors about their accreditation with the Better Business Bureau, and offer information about warranties and written estimates. BBB-accredited companies tend to stand behind their work, engage in honest business practices, make a good-faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints and treat customers in an ethical manner.