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"The repairman arrived toward the end of the assigned appointment window, sitting in his truck for 8 minutes before starting work. He examined the system and told me that the evaporator coils were iced-up, and he recommended that we let the system thaw overnight and have another repairman return the next day to add R-22 refrigerant. When I asked him if there were any other options he offered to run the heat cycle to thaw the evaporator coils and then he could make an assessment. After returning outside, I found the repairman running my water hose to cool the compressor, because it had severely overheated and activated a thermal relay preventing the compressor from running (he explained). I inquired about conducting a leak test, and the repairman said it would have to be scheduled another time for an additional charge. I declined the leak test and went inside my home while the compressor finished cooling. When I returned outside, the repairman had added R-22 without advising me of his intentions. Asking how much he added, he said it took two pounds at $95.00/LB R-22. I left and he continued to check the system operation. Working outside my home near my condenser I saw the repairman on his phone. As I walked up to him he told me that the condenser was not operating at the correct pressure and amperage and that he had only seen a compressor fail in this mode "once several years ago." Accordingly, he needed some advice on how to proceed. After discussing the impractical option of replacing the compressor for approximately $2000, he then offered to price a system replacement (without mentioning any need for evaluation or planning: SEER, cooling/heating requirements, square footage, insulation, ducting inspection, permitting, etc). Here is his official proposal that he squeezed into the end of his "DESCRIPTION OF WORK" section on my invoice: "$5746.68 CARRIER 4TON HEAT KIT AND PAD USE EXISTING STAT, STAND, Copper, drain and electrical." Before he prepared his invoice, I told him that I had an Angie's List coupon for $40. When he presented the invoice, it had 2 1/2 pound of R-22 added (versus the 2 pounds he had previously stated). I signed the invoice after discussing this issue, and the repairman departed approximately one hour and twenty-three minutes after he parked his truck. Issue 1: I never explicitly authorized the repairman to add R-22 to my system. Issue 2: After adding refrigerant, he determined that the compressor was defective. Could this not be detected before wasting refrigerant and my money? Issue 3: In the invoice DESCRIPTION OF WORK he notes: "As I added to 3rd lb [R-22] compressor over amped and STARTED clanking. Excessive oil" I suspect that severely overheating a marginally running compressor in a 12-year old condenser unit would cause further problems (apparently a compressor failure)."

"After collecting estimates from 5 other companies, theirâ s was not only the best competitively priced, the design change the owner / operator â Arthurâ proposed provided a more efficient system, than the previous system. With that said, I would not hesitate to refer Lars AC for any type cooling or refrigeration project."

"Outstanding! Louis was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. He took his time to explain the various pieces of the HVAC system, and made suggestions on maintenance. He followed a long detailed checklist, and pretty much tuned-up everything. Would definitely hire for future HVAC needs."

"Josh was on time, knowledgeable, and thorough. He explained everything he was going to do, and even gave me tips on how to maintain my system better! Pricing was beyond fair compared to other local HVAC companies that I got a quote from. My AC has been running great ever since! Highly recommend Local HVAC!"

"Air Rescue has been amazing to work with these past 8 years! They have been professional, trustworthy and responsive in taking care of both my home and rental house! Anything I need, whether services, repairs or honest advice they have been there to guide me. Companies like them are rare to find these days. I highly recommend them!"

"I had to have my complete HVAC system replaced and I hired David Gray. What a wonderful experience. The three gentlemen that did the installation, Gabe, Zahkeem, and Muhamed were so professional and courteous. They did a fantastic job and were very meticulous, making sure everything was perfect and once installed they made sure everything was cleaned up and they made sure I understood how to use the new thermostat. They should be highly commended on their work ethics and professionalism. Highly recommend David Gray."

Thank you for considering hiring us for your project! At Wright Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning we pride ourselves on quality work, integrity and competitive pricing. We believe in giving our absolute best, no matter how big or small your project. We are a second generation veteran and family owned and operated business. We have the most qualified technicians in north east Florida ready to take care of all of your heating and cooling needs! And don’t forget to ask about our year around maintenance plan! \n\nWe are experts in our trade, and we will keep you educated and informed throughout the completion of your project. We treat your property like it's our own, with the utmost respect, just like we would our own family!\n\nAs the owner, my aim is to earn a 5-star review on the completion of your project. So, please let me know if at any time we are not living up to earning your perfect 5-star review.\n\nWe look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references!

"I had them clear my condensate line on my AC. They showed up on time and did that work sufficiently. All is good on step one. The issue arose when I asked them to do a full maintenance check on my AC/furnace since I had been having intermittent issues with my heating coming on. And, unsurprisingly, they said that the repairs would have been in the thousands of dollars and my only realistic option would be to replace the whole unit. A few days ago I was able to completely resolve my heating issues by Googling the problem and subsequently doing a manual re-start on my Nest smart thermostat. Problem resolved by a flip of the switch and I saved 3K+ dollars by not listening to their expert advice. So, my only recommendation to anyone reading this is to ensure that when you hire big commercial AC company repair companies like Enoch, go into it with your eyes wide open. They do not pay a bunch of money for leads because they want to repair your system. That is simply the excuse to get their foot in the door. They want to find an older unit and sell you a new AC unit every time if possible. That is where the big bucks are in this business, not in repair. By and btw, I am confident that they would do a great job installing new systems. But there is little regulation of this industry and no incentive for them to just fix the issue and buy you another few years when they could cash in by telling you that your issue is beyond repair. Notice how most of their reviews here are about installing new units. That is because that is primarily what they advise everyone to do; And people trust them. Here is my expert consumer advice: 1. NEVER buy an AC/heat pump from the initial company that comes out to repair the unit and then tells you that you have no choice but to replace your unit. All you are doing is incentivizing bad behavior. 2. Get a second opinion from another AC company. If they diagnose the exact same thing, then ask for a full replacement bid. Then, advise them that they are competing. 3. Come back to Home Advisor and post that you need a new AC/heat pump and provide the exact size and model number. Then collect the bids, check previous reviews to ensure the company is reliable, and then select the most inexpensive offer. If you make them compete, you will typically save somewhere between 30-40% of replacement costs. Good luck but BUYER BEWARE."

"Asked to have someone look at my A.C. A sales person came ready to sell a new system and not repair my existing unit. Get all details first before anyone comes out."

"????? "Absolutely Stellar Service from Artic Air Conditioning and Home Services!" I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by Artic Air Conditioning and Home Services! From the moment I contacted them for a quote to the final installation of my new heat pump, every step of the process was handled with professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction."