When HVAC issues arise, it is important you have a reliable technician you can count on. From boilers breaking to air conditioning glitching, these sorts of mechanical and electrical problems need solving fast.
Any downtime in productivity can be very detrimental for businesses. HVAC systems not working correctly can lead to office environments that simply aren’t comfortable (or safe) for employees or visitors. As a builder manager or owner, having effective HVAC systems can be the foundation to creating spaces that are enjoyed by everyone who enters them.
So, what should businesses and building managers look for in HVAC technicians and support?
We highlight some key things to consider when searching for heating, ventilation and air conditioning help.
Finding the Right HVAC Technician
Discover our 7 simple steps to finding the right HVAC technician.
- Qualifications, Accreditations & Licenses
When looking for a HVAC technician, one of the first things to consider are the qualifications, accreditations and licenses held by the company. These accreditations give you, the customer, peace of mind that the work carried out will meet a certain standard.
A company and their employees must have the expertise and knowledge required to do it safely. By selecting unqualified technicians, it could be very dangerous and you may be held accountable.
Here at MFM, we are proud to have achieved the following industry accreditations:
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- Daikin D1+ Premium Partner
- Mitsubishi Diamond Quality Partner
- REFCOM Elite
- FGAS
- Gas Safe
- HETAS
- OFTEC
- Alcumus SafeContractor
This means you can be rest assured we can deliver HVAC and other mechanical and electrical work to the highest standard. Learn more about our accreditations here.
- Experience
Experience goes beyond just qualifications and accreditations. You want to select HVAC technicians that have practical experience and expertise in the field. Technicians who have come across all sorts of challenges and found solutions to overcome them.
Here at MFM, we’ve been working on commercial heating, air conditioning and other building services since 1993. This has given us a wealth of knowledge in what works, and what doesn’t.
Our experience also means we are perfectly positioned to help provide a solution that reflects your budget and overall requirements.
Our case studies highlight just a handful of our projects and the work that was involved.
- Integrated Approach
The internal workings of a building are often very integrated. HVAC, fire systems, intruder alarms, access control, and the like, all need expert installation and maintenance. Therefore, it is often much easier (and cheaper) to use one company for all these services.
A contractor can become very familiar with your particular building and unique challenges for all these services, helping to better overcome problems and issues as they arise.
Here at MFM, we are specialists in the design and build of mechanical and electrical installations, ranging from refurbishments of existing plant rooms to entire new builds. This means on top of heating and air conditioning, we can take care of a whole host of hard facilities services for you.
- Partnerships with Manufacturers
HVAC installation and maintenance involves working with products from manufacturers. Each manufacturer may have unique settings and features so having a HVAC technician that has experience and knowledge using these different manufacturers is certainly an advantage.
We install and maintain air conditioning equipment from a wide range of reputable manufacturers that include: Airedale, Airwell, Carrier, Daikin, Fujitsu, Hitachi, IMI Marstair, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, Toshiba and York.
Learn more about our partnership with Daikin (D1 approved) and Mitsubishi (diamond quality partner).
Our skilled and industry certified engineers have valuable experience with all makes and can also help guide you on which products would be best suited for a new project.
- Corporate Responsibility
Not all contractors are created equal when it comes to their attitudes and actions towards corporate responsibility.
It is important to select a contactor that shares your values and takes proactive steps in supporting global challenges, such as environmental impact.
We strive to embed our values into the projects we work on. For example, we know the benefits of a more energy efficient building goes beyond just financial benefits, it is also the better solution for the environment too.
- Installation and Maintenance
It is also worth selecting a contractor that can install and provide ongoing maintenance support. One-off installations without ongoing support could leave you in trouble should any problems arise.
Having the ability to schedule in proactive maintenance and checks can help ensure everything runs smoothly and any potential issues are identified and resolved before they become major concerns.
This proactive approach to HVAC undoubtedly leads to cost-savings due to fewer major issues and problems arising.
- Understand your Requirements
It is worth writing down explicitly what it is you require from a HVAC technician or contractor. The clearer you can be in your brief, the more likely it is you can find a technician that matches it.
Having a clear budget and timescale in mind will also help you work with a technician to outline the key metrics for the project.
Recording down all the previous work that has been done on a building is also very beneficial when looking to conduct any new project, as it helps paint a picture of the various systems operating in a building. If certain features keep breaking, it is useful for this to be discussed with a HVAC technician as they may be able to offer a better solution.
Get Started with MFM Group
If you are looking for HVAC and general mechanical and electrical engineering support, get in touch with our certified technicians here at MFM today.
With over 27 years in the industry, we have the experience and knowledge to ensure you get the most out of your HVAC.
Our engineers are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and are fully-certified.