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Are Air Conditioner Thefts on the Rise Near You?

By March 2, 2012May 28th, 2024No Comments

Like many other parts of the country, the communities of Lufkin and Nacogdoches, Texas are experiencing a sudden rise in theft and destruction of air conditioning units. Commercial properties and foreclosed homes are especially vulnerable to air conditioning units within them being stripped apart for the copper and scrap metal found inside of them. The reason for this dramatic increase in the theft and vandalism of air conditioning units is due to the higher amount of money paid to people who bring copper and scrap metal to dealers who recycle it and use it for other parts.

The scrap metal dealers who accept these air conditioning parts are unaware that they have been stolen. Congress and local governments are currently working on new laws to make it more difficult for people to steal these parts and then sell them. In the meantime, you may be facing the prospect of new AC installation because someone decided to trash your air conditioning unit. If this is the case, you need to contact a professional AC installation provider to discuss your options.

A professional AC installation and furnace installation company may also be able to assist you in protecting your investment of heating and cooling for your Lufkin or Nacogdoches home. Additionally, a HVAC provider can perform furnace repair, furnace installation, AC repair and AC installation at your request. If you know that you need furnace repair or furnace installation, you may want to ask for a cost estimate before you schedule services. This will give you the opportunity to shop around for the best price on furnace repair or furnace installation. You also need to look at factors such as experience, whether the company is licensed and insured, and customer satisfaction guarantees before selecting a furnace repair company to provide the services you need.

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