Getting a good warranty with your new commercial air conditioner system is definitely an important asset. If something goes wrong after the AC service installs the new equipment, you may be able to get repairs completed without cost to you or have the system replaced. Certain questions about the AC warranty should be asked when you are considering a system from a certain company. Here is a look at some of the common questions you should be asking about your commercial AC warranty before you settle on a certain unit. 

How long will the warranty last?

Warranties on a new commercial AC can vary in how long they will last. Some warranties protect a unit or system for many years, and some will only be good for a few years. Of course, one of the first things you should ask an AC service about the warranty is how long it will last. Find out if the warranty starts when the system is installed or when you pay for it, and get documents to prove what the service representative tells you about your system. 

What parts or components are covered with the warranty?

When you get a product warranty, it is easy to assume the warranty will cover everything about the product, but that's not always true. Warranties tend to cover specific parts and components of a product, especially if that product is mechanical like an HVAC system is. For example, it is common for an AC warranty to cover certain parts and components like the following: 

• Condenser unit 
• Blower motor 
• Electrical parts 
• Ventilation return system 
• Fan motor of the outdoor unit

Knowing what parts and components are covered will give you a better idea of how good the warranty actually is. For example, you may find one air conditioner that provides a 10-year warranty, but the only thing covered is the blower motor and not the electrical parts or systems. 

How can you avoid voiding the warranty on your commercial AC?

Voiding the warranty on a commercial AC may sound like something you could do, but it is a lot easier to get the warranty voided on these systems than what most business owners actually realize. Ask up front what you should avoid doing so you can protect the duration of the warranty. Some things that can get a warranty voided include simple acts of negligence like not getting an annual maintenance check or forgetting to change the filter. 

Contact a local commercial AC service for more information.