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AC Servicing Scam: As the heat is increasing, the demand for air conditioners (AC) is also increasing. As the demand for AC is increasing, the looting in the name of AC is also increasing. AC needs servicing 1-2 times every season otherwise it does not cool properly. Old ACs also need to be repaired but now one needs to be a little careful while getting AC serviced or repaired because nowadays a lot of scams are happening in the name of AC.
Scam in the name of AC repair
In this summer season, many mechanics are cheating people in the name of AC servicing and repairing. If you are not careful while servicing, you may get cheated. Many times mechanics replace the condenser without paying attention, due to which the performance of the AC deteriorates and people have to call the mechanic again. The mechanic comes again and installs the same user's condenser in his AC and charges a good amount from him. This method of cheating is quite common during AC service. There are some other ways also by which customers can be cheated.
Replacing unnecessary parts: The mechanic/service engineer may tell you that this part of your AC is faulty and needs to be replaced. This can increase your expenses considerably.
Installation of counterfeit, substandard or old parts: Some service providers may use old or counterfeit parts in place of genuine parts, which may affect the life and performance of the air conditioner.
Adding additional charges: Additional charges during service or repairs, such as chemical washing or additional gas refilling, may increase the total bill.
Fake service providers: Some fraudsters who do not have much knowledge about AC, open the AC and provide poor service and run away with the money.
How to avoid AC servicing scam?
If you want to avoid wasting your money and damaging your AC, choose a reliable service provider who has worked for you or whom you already know. Apart from this, you can also get service from the certified service provider of the company. This reduces the chances of you being cheated.
When booking a service, get full details about what could go wrong and also ask for details of possible charges.
During service, stay close to the AC and observe what the service engineer/mechanic is doing.
After the service, check the bill thoroughly to ensure no unnecessary charges have been added.
Be sure to check the parts price and service charges by visiting the official website of your AC.
If gas refilling is required then do not refill gas without checking the gas level as this is the most common scam.
