I was looking for 4 quotes 2 from some bigger names in Calgary and two from smaller organizations.
-First bigger named company never showed up for a scheduled quote.
-Second bigger named company I was going to use as I had used them before
-First smaller company I found thought my contractor, most expencive.
-Williams HVAC found on homestars
My original plan was to go with what I knew, Williams HVAC was my last quote and almost did not happen as they where not able to quote until a week after my last previous quote, they also did it when I was working and my wife was around so I could not ask any questions at the time, truly I just wanted to get another quote I never planned to use them.
After the quote I still planned to use bigger named company but I did some research on the recommended equipment, warranty, etc and sent emails to both to gather more information.
I changed my mind and went with Williams HVAC and here is why.
- Cost right in the middle, very competitive
- Warranty two years not one
- Got very quick and good responses through email
- Did not feel like I was getting taken for.
Install was over two days
Pro's
- showed up on time
- explained what was going to happen kept me informed
- asked me what I wanted for install items(venting, air con placement) as they went I was never out of the loop
- Cleaned up very well after both days
- very informative
- went the extra mile to make sure everything was up to code and it looked good
- What I was quoted was what I paid.
- had some thermostat issues, I chose to keep the one I had and not get a new one they came out the next day to look it over and help figure out the issue(issues was with the thermostat)
Con's
- Had to send two emails to get the permit number (not really an issue just needed to put down a con)
I am happy I am a procrastinator and waited the extra 7 days for the quote from Williams HVAC and did my research.
They have also offered to come out in the summer next year to double check the air conditioner as it was installed in cooler weather and tougher to set up and test at this time.
Definitely worth having Chris come out and give a quote.
- Approximate cost of services:
- $7,000.00
- Company Response
Hey Brian, thank you for the review, and for waiting on us to quote in the first place! Let me know if you would like us to swing by and check out your AC unit.
Enjoy the warm weather, Chris