Also - One "Best Practice" item would be to make sure you notify your losing bidders, just a quick call to explain that you've selected a different contractor for this particular project, you appreciate their time for putting together a bid, and that you hope to work together in the future.

Practically speaking, what would the first step be?

Have your partners get their own attorney to review the document...just smart business practice so that no one accuses another of "hiding something" if a problem ever arises down the road.  

Fall & Spring HVAC Service Target Date: April and October This service can aid in early detection of costly problems and save the cost of expensive, emergency service.A/C Service Includes: Check condenser coil, adjust operating pressures, monitor safety controls and starter capabilities, clean or replace filter, adjust blower components, calibrate thermostat, measure for proper temperature differences, clean condensate drain, tighten electrical connections, measure voltage and amperage on motors, lubricate moving parts.

And since the MLS controls 95% of the listings around here, signing the agent contract clips my wings.

Practice, practice, practice!

With air tests the company should have a calibrated machine, take samples in several areas of the home (conditioned areas) with the control sample taken outdoors. 

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I’m a project manager for a global combustion and emissions controls company.

I've been to all the places you have listed, and if given the choice I think Hurlburt Field would be my #1, because I really loved the area and the cost of living is not too out of control.