This local page provides resources and information about A/C and heating service, repair, maintenance, and installers in Reno Nevada. This information includes featured HVAC contractors plus a link to our handy printable grid to compare price quotes. Here you will also find sources of energy efficiency and equipment rebates, the ratio of hours of cooling and heating needed each year, and more.

Air Conditioning and Heating Contractors In Reno NV

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We will be listing more Reno and Sparks area companies here in the near future. If you need other contractor listings today, visit the ACCA Association website, enter your zip code, the services you are looking for and then submit your search.

About HVAC Contractors
The contractor you choose makes a big impact on your satisfaction with your purchase of a new air conditioning and heating system. Why? They determine the size and type of equipment for your situation and they control the quality of the installation. If you have not yet seen them, in the top navigation menu on this page you will find quick tips and expanded topics on two essential topics: how to select the right HVAC contractor and how to buy a new heating and cooling system.

Most air conditioning and heating contractors stock and install a limited number of equipment brands. Some independent contractors will order and install any brand of new equipment you prefer to buy. Most of these service companies will perform repair and maintenance on all brands of central heaters, furnaces and air conditioners.

In addition to heating and cooling for indoor comfort and energy savings, many HVAC companies perform air quality work such as air filters, dehumidifiers and humidifiers, ventilation and prevention of toxic carbon monoxide gas from your furnace. However, not all HVAC companies perform energy efficiency improvements to houses or buildings. If the service company you select does not perform conservation improvements on homes or buildings, they should be able to recommend another Reno company who does.

How to compare air conditioning and heating equipment price quotes
Air conditioning and heating systems are made of components or units, and these can be interchanged to yield many possible combinations of performance and efficiency. Additionally, based on the particular situation in your home or building, these components must be chosen and installed to accommodate them. For these reasons, comparing proposals, features, and prices can be more than confusing.

To help you sort through your options, use our free and printer-friendly cost comparison organizer found in the navigation on the top of this page. If you get multiple price quotes, it will save you a lot of time and headaches. This grid allows you to compare the essential features from contractor bids including: main components; equipment efficiency in SEER and AFUE; manufacturer’s and installer’s warranties; and equipment brand.

How the Reno climate and resources affect your HVAC needs and decisions
On the heating and cooling map of the U.S. with 5 zones, the Reno Sparks area lies in cooling zone 4 and heating zone 3. These require approximately 1986 cooling hours and 2942 heating degree-days per year. As a relative guide, the average Reno home would need 1.5 times more heating than air conditioning over a calendar year. Differences in elevation or other topographical or climatic influences can cause microclimates, so be sure to rely on actual measurements and calculations from your heating and air conditioning contractor.

The arid desert climate in Nevada brings intermittent days throughout the year in which home heating and cooling may not be necessary. On these same days however, a humidifier, whole house air filter or fresh air ventilation could make a big difference in your indoor comfort.

Pollen, allergies and air filters in Reno
The pollen from certain Nevada desert plants and trees can strongly influence what type of air filter your family and your A/C system need. These change with the season and weather conditions. Some couple of notable examples from the Reno Sparks daily pollen count and allergy forecast include ephedra, cedar/juniper, poplar, aspen, and cottonwood. Like much of the U.S. except a few parts of the Pacific Northwest, ragweed is also a seasonal irritant.

Local utility and conservation providers
Local utilities and availability of natural gas can determine which HVAC equipment will give you the best combination of comfort and lower utility bills. Since natural gas is available in Reno through Sierra Pacific Power Company, consumers have the option to choose gas central furnaces over heat pumps. If natural gas prices climb faster than electricity rates, this decision could become more challenging. In situations where a heat pump makes the best choice, some of the factors that affect air source heat pumps include the average daily temperature, fluctuations in temperature, and humidity.

In our search of the various Energy Star government programs, we did not find a Nevada organization listed specifically for conservation renovations. We did find two useful listings for other programs related to homes: Southwest Gas Corporation for consumer education, marketing support and home rating assistance; plus the State of Nevada, Housing Division. Often, your A/C and heating contractor can coordinate all available energy conservation and rebate programs, from federal tax credits to local rebates and incentives.

How a whole house approach includes the “envelope” in the load calculation
If you plan to get price quotes to buy a new A/C and heating system, look for contractors who will insert the heating and cooling demands of the Reno area climate along with the size and condition of your home or building “envelope” into a complex, but critical load calculation. For many reasons, a rule of thumb load calculation based only on square footage or using the same size system as the old one without verification should be avoided. This calculation requires considerable expertise or software and interpretation.

Resources for HVAC technical or vocational training in the Reno and Sparks area
If you are interested in learning more about the technical aspects of air conditioning and heating in the Reno area, such as courses to get a Nevada HVAC license, here are some local or regional links:

ASHRAE Northern Nevada: This is the regional branch of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc. On this page, it states that the Reno chapter provides two scholarships each year, one to students at the University of Nevada, Reno and the other one to Truckee Meadows Community College -TMCC.

Truckee Meadows Community College - TMCC
7000 Dandini Boulevard
Reno NV 89512-3999
Phone:(775) 673-7000

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