Gas Fix

Formerly Gasfix Repair
Fireplaces
Hamilton ON L8L 4J5
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Joseph & Theresa Tomko in Oakville
Joseph & Theresa Tomko in Oakville
3 reviews Oakville, ON
10/10

gas fireplace service and cleaning

Scott arrived, threw down a dropcloth and assembled his tools; opened the fireplace door and proceeded to clean and check every nozzle and surface. We had been unable to start (due to dead batteries in the little black box inside the fireplace). He thoroughly vacuumed the inside, replaced the "coals"; shined the inside door to sparkling. We will certainly call him to service/clean our furnace next April. We are very satisfied customers.

Approximate cost of services:
$213.00
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Thank you Joseph and Theresa for contacting Gas Fix to service your Napoleon fireplace. As we specialize in the repair and maintenance of gas fireplaces, we provide a service that cannot be matched by others in the industry. Thorough is a word that is used a lot by our customers to describe the service our technicians provide. We look forward to hearing from you in April to service the furnace. All the best! ~ Jason ~

Ming from Oakville
Ming from Oakville
1 review Oakville, ON
10/10

Professional service and highly recommended

I found Gasfix through HomeStars because one of the fireplaces stopped working and the other one getting extremely noisy. Scott arrived right on time according to the appointment with all his tools and supplies. My fireplaces have not been serviced for years and were pretty filthy. Scott checked every single part, did a thorough cleaning and also took great patience to educate me about the basics of how fireplace works.

Good job done. Thank you, Scott.

Approximate cost of services:
$500.00
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Thank you Ming for contacting Gas Fix to service your two Montigo fireplaces. In many circumstances, a proper clean and check to a fireplace unit can resolve many issues. Many contractors will clean the glass and light the pilot but as you noted, we are thorough and prepared for whatever we come across. Not only do we vacuum out the units but we also take an air compressor to it to get to places the vacuum cannot. We also carry over 300+ of the most common parts on the vehicle so when parts are required, such as the new gasket and ON/OFF switch, we have them on our vehicle. We also take safety seriously which is why we always check the safety on the gas valve, do a carbon monoxide test and draft test on the ventilation. Again, thank you for your review and we look forward to providing service in the the future. ~ Jason ~

EMC2 in Hamilton
EMC2 in Hamilton
4 reviews Hamilton, ON
10/10

Extremely professional and did an excellent job

Had an issue with one fireplace switching off after 20-30 mins. Scott came out to take a look and found the issue immediately, he did a full clean of the unit and it looks like new! He also took a look at our other fireplace, cleaned it and installed a new wall switch. All of this was done quickly and he was very professional.
Highly recommend and will definitely use again.

Approximate cost of services:
$300.00
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Thank you for contacting Gas Fix and having Scott out to service your fireplace. As we specialize in the repair and maintenance of gas fireplaces, our technicians are the most knowledgeable when it comes to repairs. We also carry over 300+ of the most common parts on the service vehicle and that includes about 10 different switches. Should you require our services in the future, please do not hesitate to contact us. ~ JASON ~

deronda in Hamilton
deronda in Hamilton
1 review Hamilton, ON
10/10

fireplace service

I have used this company for nearly twenty years, about when one man was the company. I have have thus a number of services, all of which were handled expertly and by knowledgeable service men, three different ones to be specific. I HIGHLY recommend this company.

Approximate cost of services:
$200.00
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Company Response

Thank you for your review, being a customer for 20 years and recommending us to others. Our technicians have about 60+ years experience between them and have a knowledge of fireplaces and pool heaters that is quite extraordinary. Regardless the service required, our staff can take of you and by carrying fireplace and pool heater parts on the service vehicle, we can typically complete service work that same day when our competition usually has to return at a later date. Again, thank you! ~ JASON ~

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Hamilton, ON
0/10

Receptionist told me to f myself

My fireplace was recalled and had to have a new one installed last fall. I cannot get the pilot light on. I emailed and called several times. The receptionist tells me about all the problems he is having with the owner. Goes on a rant about how he wants to get fired. The most unbelievable conversation. Then he gets very abusive. I have been a customer for over a decade but this was unbelievable. I was in the process of booking a service call when he hung up on me. Literally the most bizarre experience I have ever had. I really do not recommend this company. Scott has very rude disgruntled employees. This is very unprofessional.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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Company Response

Thank you for Mrs. G for your review as we do appreciate your feedback. However, you don't tell the whole story in your review.

You told us that you didn't want a service call. Then, you told us it was a gas fireplace that you did not want or need. You don't want/need the fireplace but it's cold and not working after YOU shut the pilot off in the spring. We routinely advise customers to keep the pilot on as it deters spiders, which is the most common issue that we see with fireplaces.

Your prior gas fireplace was an Instaflame FSDV30TN. The Technical Standards and Safety Authority issued a Director's Safety Order#FS-195-12 in September 2012 and a Director's Public Safety Order #FS-222-2016 in November 2016 to indicate that those fireplaces shall not be sold, leased, rented, installed or USED in Ontario. It's because that unit was not safe. Also, as the manufacturer (CFM) is no longer in business, there is no retrofit repair for the unit. It can only be replaced as per the TSSA.

Further, we explained the warranty process in detail for you. We were prepared to go out on a service call under warranty for the current fireplace but you were not satisfied with the time frame provided. Unfortunately, we are booking three weeks out now and you wanted same day service that unfortunately we could not do. You were the combative one in the conversation as soon as it was mentioned that we could book a call for the 15th. We tried to book a service call for you but you became abusive to our staff.

Last, we have a zero tolerance when it comes to people being abusive to our staff. You told our staff member that he could go "F" himself first and that you were going to get him fired. We do not condone the type language used by our staff and we do apologize for that. However, it is not acceptable to be verbally abusive and combative to our staff.

At Gas Fix, we strive to provide quality service and care to all our clients. Unfortunately, there are circumstances where no matter how hard we try, it becomes clear that this is not possible. All the best to you and your family. ~ GAS FIX ~

JK in Toronto
JK in Toronto
1 review Hamilton, ON
10/10

Gas Fire maintenance

Very happy with Gasfix - their technicians really know their stuff. Getting my gas fire ready & started up for winter takes them no time.

I would highly recommend them.

Approximate cost of services:
$225.00
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Company Response

Thank you for your review and for having Dwayne out to service your Montigo fireplace. We have been servicing that unit since 2014 if not earlier. Our technicians have over 75+ years experience when it comes to fireplaces and you can count on us to get your unit ready for the winter. ~ JASON ~

Craig M.
Craig M.
6 reviews Burlington, ON
10/10

Great Service

I have a Kingsman fireplace installed in the basement that has not worked in over two years. I saw the GasFix repair ad in the local Burlington Post newspaper and always meant to get to it but weeks spread to months until finally I bit the bullet and called.

Dwayne gave me a call in advance of his visit allowing me time to leave work with little time away. Dwayne quickly resolved the issue (detached thermostat wire) and performed well overdue maintenance. He offered as well to clean up the glass and I couldn't believe how beautiful it looked when I went downstairs to take a look after Dwayne was writing up the bill.

Dwayne knew exactly what to do and more important in my view, was courteous and went over and above to return a functioning and beautiful fireplace to me. I can't say enough about the service and I'll ask them to return in 2 years as Dwayne suggested to perform maintenance on the unit.

I would have no hesitation recommending this company.

Approximate cost of services:
$244.00
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Company Response

Thank you Craig for calling Gas Fix and having Dwayne service your Kingsman fireplace. In many circumstances, our clean and check service can resolve many issues. All your fireplace needed was a little TLC make it happy again. We look forward to hearing from you in the future. ~ JASON ~

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Hamilton, ON
2/10

Rude service, treated us poorly

When I initially set up this service call, Gas Fix tried to sell me a new heater when we had been advised by another company that we needed a new igniter. We declined this, and they came out for an initial service call. We were not at home and were advised we also needed a new control for $650 plus install. Unwilling to commit to this extra cost, we sent them away and paid the cost of the service call.

I then called back to set up another visit to install an igniter and complain about the recommendation for a control panel. We were told the manager Scott would show up at 10 am and instead the original technician showed up early. Early was fine, but Scott called me and was rude when letting me know I missed the technician's previous calls. The technician was also quite rude, perhaps because this was a return visit and permission was not given to order parts the first time. He then installed a new igniter, and did confirm we needed a new control panel for $650 plus install. Instead, we ordered a new control panel online from Toronto Pool Supplies for $400, and will plug it in ourselves. We have been pool owners for 20 years, and this was the rudest experience we have had. We do not recommend this company.

Approximate cost of services:
$626.00
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Company Response

Thank you Ms. E for your review. We appreciate your feedback even if you're wrong in your assessment. FIRST - In reviewing the telephone calls to our office, our staff was not rude to you. Rather, you were the rude person. You were rude, argumentative and dismissive. It was hard for Scott to complete a sentence when you continually cut him off. SECOND - We originally serviced the Jandy LJ pool heater on August 2nd. It was determined that the unit required many parts to repair. We returned on the 24th of September to install the Hot Surface Ignitor and a new burner. It was also determined at the time that you required a control board. As we specialize in the repair and maintenance of pool heaters and gas fireplaces, we carry over 300+ of the most common pool heater and fireplace parts on our service vehicles. We had the hot surface ignitor, burner and control board to do the repair and could have completed the repair that day. However, your issue boiled down to pricing. Gas Fix cannot compete on pricing with these big box stores that have large warehouses and can bring in truckloads of parts. But those companies cannot compete with our service and because we carry parts, we CAN take care of our customers the same day. You may not want to recommend us but please note, our diagnostic and assessment of your unit was correct. THIRD - You spent $804.76 with Gas Fix replacing the burner and ignitor. Then, you spend another $400 for a control board with Toronto Pool Supplies. How much more are you going to sink into this unit? You should have taking our recommendation on a new heater considering the amount of money you spent on a repair. What part is going to fail next? Good luck on future repairs to your pool heater. ~ JASON ~

Fran in Burlington
Fran in Burlington
1 review Burlington, ON
10/10

pool heater stopped working

Pool heater which was always unreliable stopped working altogether. It is an older model so expected to be told I needed a new one but Dwayne from Gas fix repaired it within an hour. The service was prompt, professional and reasonably priced. Highly recommend this service.

Approximate cost of services:
$485.00
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Company Response

Thank you Fran for your review and for choosing Gas Fix to service your Jandy pool heater. Many contractors that come across a 10+ year old heater will just try to sell you a new one because they don't know how to fix it or because they don't carry parts. We carry over 300+ of the most common parts on our service vehicles. Dwayne had the ON/OFF switch, the pilot assembly and pilot tube required to complete the repair of your pool heater. When the time does come to replace the pool heater, please give us a call and we can go over those options and provide you with a quote to supply and install a new pool heater. ~ Jason ~

Marc in Burlington
Marc in Burlington
1 review Burlington, ON
10/10

Conversion of fireplaces and stove from propane to natural gas

I have used them before and found them to be very reliable. They are pleasant to deal with, arrive on time and completed the job on time and on budget. I was very pleased.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,800.00
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Company Response

Thank you Marc for your review and for contacting Gas Fix to service your Napoleon and Majestic gas fireplaces as well as the Jennair cooktop. Though we do carry over 300+ of the most common parts, there are circumstances when we do have to source out and order parts to complete a repair. We were able to bring in the parts fairly quickly to complete the conversions as required. Should you require any service in the future, please do not hesitate to contact us. ~ Jason ~

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More about Gas Fix

GASFIX has been solving problems since 1982, servicing those areas from Grimsby to Etobicoke. Our factory trained technicians specialize in the repair and maintenance of gas fireplaces and pool heaters of all makes and models. We also service furnaces, water heaters and can install gas lines for all your requirements. ...
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