The Southern Nevada Air Conditioning  
Refrigeration Service Contractors Association

serves air conditioning contractors in the southern Nevada area, acting as a voice for the industry with building officials, government regulators and lawmakers.

 SNARSCA Membership Roster
A "Who's Who" list of 
HVAC contractors,
suppliers and associated
companies.
was crucial in fighting the battle against public utilities as they tried to enter the air conditioning service and repair industry - and take away your business. 2001 Membership Meeting Schedule
The where & when
of SNARSCA
luncheons.
provided leadership and information to contractors about the new law on Service Contracts (see articles). Member Benefits
Why your company
should join forces with
other HVAC businesses.

is part of an important industry coalition to change the Nevada mechanic's lien laws.  Watch for more news as this issue develops. 

 Philosophy
The SNARSCA style.

Referral Program:
SNARSCA and Southwest Gas worked together to promote a referral program for customers seeking pilot light relights.  SNARSCA members reported getting as many as 100 additional calls in 2000 through the referral program. see articles on the program...

News from
 

Flat Rate Pricing
Adds Up
 by Joe Wheeler

Flat rate pricing works, according to Ken Cederquist of Profit Strategies, Inc. Gone are estimates done on the fly by your technician in the field, or work orders with parts and labor charges that invite argument from customers.

Flat rate pricing allows technicians to instantly quote a rate that guarantees a profit, and yet brings a smile from the customer at the fair price and easy to understand arrangement.

"Don’t charge by the hour, charge by the repair," Cederquist said. "Your tech will go out and see what’s wrong and quote your customer a price to fix it." The idea is to establish your company’s flat rate based on your expenses, your costs, and your desired profitability. The rate includes the repair, parts, labor, and a guarantee.

Making it work begins with establishing value...

see rest of story...

Newsletter
May 2001

 

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Profile of SNARSCA President MARY DILLE, Superior Air Conditioning  
SERVICE CONTRACTS: Construction ZONE Exclusive Coverage  Including Full Text of 
Division of Insurance Letter On Service Contract Questions & Answers
ROAD RAGE & THE SERVICE CONTRACTOR  

For more information about joining the association, please contact:

Po Box 26116

Las Vegas, NV 89126

(702) 648-8486