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Quality Installation Verification – New Installations

You can receive Quality Installation Verification (QIV) services for your newly installed residential central AC system.

  • QIV services can be performed for any new installation, regardless of SEER or rebates.
  • This includes ENERGY STAR and non-ENERGY STAR systems.
  • Eligibility for QIV commissioning of new units includes residential central AC system installed on or after April 1, 2005.
  • Homeowners are able to receive a COOL SMART Certificate once in a five-year period.
  • You can ask your contractor to provide QIV services each year, including third-party verification of results, so you enjoy increased system efficiency.

See a sample of a Quality Installation Verification Certificate.

Read about consumer benefits of QIV Commissioning and other frequently asked question about the QIV process.


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