FAQ
Questions and answers
Short answers to what people ask most. Longer explanations are linked where they exist.
About the call
What happens when I call?
You speak with an independent HVAC contractor who serves your area. Describe the problem and the contractor explains the next step. The how it works page has the details.
Is HVAC Repair Bakersfield a contractor?
No. It is a referral service and holds no contractor license. It does not perform, bid on or negotiate HVAC work.
Who sets the price?
The contractor. Ask for a written price before any work starts.
Licensing and permits
What license should an HVAC contractor have in California?
A C-20 license from the Contractors State License Board. The hiring guide shows how to check it.
Does replacing an air conditioner need a permit?
Yes. The Energy Commission says a permit is required when an HVAC unit is replaced or altered. The replacement page explains the steps.
My address says Bakersfield. Is the city my permit office?
Not always. Several mailing areas reach into unincorporated county land. The areas page explains how to tell.
Equipment
Can the contractor help with my furnace too?
Yes. Gas furnace repair and replacement are part of the same call. See the furnace repair page.
The coil froze. What now?
Turn cooling off, run the fan, and read the frozen coil guide.
What kinds of systems are covered?
Central, ducted systems: split-system air conditioners, packaged rooftop units, ducted heat pumps and forced-air gas furnaces.
Talk it over with a contractor
Say what the system is doing and where the house is. You will be speaking with an independent HVAC contractor who works in Bakersfield and the towns around it.