Heating and cooling emergencies in Scranton

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A furnace that quits in a Scranton winter, or an air conditioner that fails in summer, is a problem you want fixed fast, but the city's rules still apply. The City of Scranton says all construction projects require a permit, and no work may start before the permit is in hand. It also says work is to be done by an insured, licensed contractor with experience in the work. Scranton's Code Enforcement page adds that the boiler and mechanical trades require testing, along with plumbing and electrical. So before you hire for a furnace, heat pump, boiler or frozen pipe, ask who will pull the permit and whether the person doing the work holds the required licence and insurance. Pennsylvania also requires home improvement contractors above a yearly work threshold to register with the Office of Attorney General, so ask for the registration number. If you are in immediate danger of being without heat, the state's LIHEAP programme has crisis grants, which is worth knowing before you commit to a repair.

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What to know in Scranton

Before you hire

  1. Have fuel-burning appliances such as a furnace or boiler inspected by a professional at least once a year.

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  2. Get written quotes from at least three contractors for the same work, and check references from recent clients.

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  3. Put it in a written contract: the work, price, deposit, start and finish dates, warranty, permits and clean-up. Paying cash to skip it leaves you no recourse.

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Questions about hiring in Scranton

Do I need a permit for a furnace or boiler job in Scranton?

The City of Scranton says all construction projects in the city require a permit, and no work may start before the permit is in hand. Ask any contractor who will apply for it and when, and keep a copy of the permit with your quote and contract. City of Scranton (source, opens in a new tab)

Who is allowed to do heating and cooling work in Scranton?

The city says all work is to be done by an insured, licensed contractor with experience in the work. Ask to see proof of insurance and licence before work begins. Do not rely on a verbal promise, and check that the names on the documents match the business quoting you. City of Scranton (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a quote for a repair or replacement include?

Ask for a written quote that names the equipment, describes the work, states who pulls the permit, and lists the warranty and the payment schedule. Get at least two quotes and compare the same scope line by line, not just the totals.

Is there help if I am without heat and cannot pay?

Pennsylvania's LIHEAP crisis grants are available to households in immediate danger of being without heat. Regular LIHEAP cash grants are a one-time payment sent to the utility or fuel provider. Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to see whether you qualify. Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (source, opens in a new tab)