NATE Certified Technicians
NATE stands for North American Technician Excellence, Inc. which is the organization responsible for
administering the leading Testing & Certification program for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning
& Refrigeration (HVAC/R) Technicians. NATE is the only testing organization supported by the
entire HVAC/R industry.
NATE-Certified technicians have passed one, or more, of the five North American Technician Excellence
Tests that validates and verifies their knowledge of Heating and/or Cooling Systems. Technicians who are NATE
know Heating & Cooling!
The NATE tests are more than just book learning — they are tests of applied knowledge. No one can
guarantee how someone else will apply the knowledge they possess, but you can be assured that a technician
who passes the NATE test has the required knowledge to do the job.
NATE Certified Technicians:
- Know how to do the job right the first time.
- Have passed Department of Energy endorsed test.
- Have fewer callbacks than non-certified technicians
- Have current knowledge and are excellent in their chosen
- Have met the highest standards set by the HVAC/R industry
By Using A Certified NATE Tech, You'll Benefit By:
- Lower utility bills through proper installation
- Fast, Efficient Service With Fewer Callbacks
- Having the Job done right the 1st time
- Advice & knowledge of skilled, certified Technicians
- Greater peace of mind, knowing your system is installed correctly