How an HVAC Parts and Equipment Shortage May Affect You Parts and Equipment
As we start enjoying summertime, our A/C units work harder than ever to keep us cool. Unfortunately, the more HVAC systems run, the sooner they’ll be needing repair or replacement as components get fatigued from everyday cooling. And just as the need for repairs is set to peak around mid-summer, thousands of homeowners are going to get an unwanted surprise. A global raw materials shortage is causing problems for the HVAC industry, and that means extended wait times for thousands across North America. If you’re needing to repair your air conditioning system, we suggest doing this soon. Here’s why.
What’s Causing the Shortage?
We all know how hard the past year has been, and it’s impacted the supply chain. Several compounding factors on top of COVID-19 have resulted in an international raw materials shortage for multiple industries, including HVAC manufacturers. These important material shortages will impact the availability of lots of household appliances including washing machines, refrigerators and A/C units. Production has ceased for lots of HVAC manufacturers and warehouses are beginning to become scarce.
Why the Shortage Could Impact You
With less equipment in stock than ever before, more than 125,000 HVAC contractors will be impacted. Smaller scale contractors who don’t have access to major supply networks could experience inevitable problems getting necessary parts for repairs. You might be without A/C for weeks while you are waiting for parts to arrive.
That’s why we strongly encourage any homeowner who is thinking about installing a new HVAC unit to do it shortly to get the choice selection and price.
How Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning Can Help
We’ve assisted you for decades. We know the neighborhoods and are proud to be an important part of our local communities. Unlike small companies, we can reach a much wider range of suppliers.
Even during shortages, our scale means we have better access to get what you need for repairs and replacements. All Service Experts locations are linked to a global supply network, allowing us to make it through this supply disruption with fewer problems than small companies. We integrate the customer service and expertise of a local business with the buying power and support of an industry leader.
Getting ahead of equipment shortages? There’s an Expert for that. Reach us at 954-736-4314 to request Expert service now.
