Shipshape, a leading provider of smart home monitoring and management solutions, has partnered with Alabama Power’s Smart Financing program to create a solution that benefits both HVAC contractors and homeowners. This comprehensive offering includes:

• Financing options
• Smart technology integration
• Maintenance plans

Autumn Air Home Services is a notable success story, having sold 80 systems within the first two months by incorporating Shipshape into their offerings.

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The Importance of Home Maintenance for Homeowners

Homeowners face the ongoing responsibility of maintaining their homes to protect:

• Property value
• Comfort and safety
• Energy efficiency

Key Benefits of Shipshape’s Solution for Homeowners:

• Real-time monitoring: Proactively identify potential HVAC issues.
• Cost savings: Reduce emergency repairs and lower energy bills.
• Extended lifespan: Increase the lifespan of HVAC systems.

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The Importance of Service Contractors for HVAC Contractors

For HVAC contractors, offering enhanced service options is crucial for:

• Customer retention
• Business growth
• Recurring revenue

How Shipshape Benefits Contractors:

• 24/7 system monitoring: Provide homeowners with round-the-clock insights.
• Efficient maintenance: Anticipate problems and schedule maintenance proactively.
• Long-term relationships: Bundle Shipshape into maintenance plans for consistent revenue.

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The Importance of Financing for Contractors and Homeowners

Both homeowners and contractors benefit from financing options, which allow:

• Homeowners: To spread out the costs of HVAC repairs and upgrades, making them more affordable.
• Contractors: To offer flexible payment plans, making smart technology and maintenance solutions more accessible.

Alabama Power’s Smart Financing Program Benefits:

• For homeowners: Reduced financial burden for home maintenance.
• For contractors: Easier for customers to say yes to smart technology and repairs.

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Contractor Success Spotlight: Autumn Air Home Services

Autumn Air Home Services, an Alabama-based contractor, offers HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services. By integrating Shipshape into their maintenance plans and using Alabama Power’s Smart Financing, they achieved:

• 80 systems sold in the first two months
• Increased customer satisfaction and loyalty
• Positioned as a market leader in home services

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Homeowner Success Spotlight: Mike

• Imagine coming home on a sweltering Sunday evening to find your HVAC system down. That's exactly what happened to Mike, a homeowner in Birmingham.
• Mike's Shipshape HVAC monitoring solution had him in contact with one of our Home Assistants in no time, but this issue needed a professional visit. We set Mike up with a next-day appointment with one of our local partners who resolved the issue, sold him a replacement unit and got him signed up with their maintenance plan.
• Just like that, an urgent situation was turned into lasting comfort and peace of mind for a homeowner hero - made possible by Shipshape's technology and best-in-class contractor partners.
• Stories like these showcase the advantage of Shipshape platform: homeowners get timely solutions for their maintenance needs, and home services contractors create lifelong customers.
• Watch it here (2 minutes): Mike's HVAC Broke Down! Shipshape Connected Him to a Pro and Resolved the Problem!

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Conclusion

The partnership between Shipshape and Alabama Power’s Smart Financing program is a game-changer for HVAC contractors and homeowners alike. By addressing:

• Home maintenance needs
• Providing enhanced service options for contractors
• Offering flexible financing

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The early success of Autumn Air Home Services showcases the potential for contractors to grow their business, while homeowners enjoy greater peace of mind and financial flexibility.