Comparing Contractors: Dan Zarrow Recounts How He Found the Best HVAC Expert for the Job
When my HVAC system bit the dust 8 years ago, panic mode set in. But I did what any responsible homeowner would do and called around for some quotes.
The first guy, who initially diagnosed my old system as unrepairable, put together a reasonable quote. But he was so busy with emergency repair jobs that winter that the installation would not happen for over a week. (And then he never called me back.)
The second company I called showed up immediately, and gave me three different quotes to think about. But the sales pitch was so complicated and high-pressure, I walked away with a bad feeling in my gut and a bad taste in my mouth.
Then I called Meyer & Depew, and truly what a breath of fresh air! From the moment my sales rep, Glenn, came to measure our home and talk about our needs, to the time we were talking about numbers and payment options, I knew we would be in good hands. He gave us all of the information we needed to make the best decision for our home and our family.
How to Evaluate HVAC Contractors and Proposals
It's important to shop around and get several proposals for any major home renovation project, including HVAC. But I have learned that you need to look so much deeper than just the final number.
Meyer & Depew offers detailed advice on how to evaluate proposals from different HVAC contractors, including:
Review their online reputation and reviews. What are others saying about how the company performed for them in their home? How does the company respond to customers who weren’t happy for some reason?
Is the salesperson really listening to you? Does he or she understand your concerns and are they offering you a proposal that offers solutions to your problems, or are they just quoting you for what they want to sell you?
What kind of warranty do they offer? Did they include a full 10-year parts and labor warranty to protect you from unexpected future expenses?
It was a no-brainer to go with Meyer & Depew. The installation was fast, and the team was professional and clean. My system has been keeping my house warm in the winter and cool in the summer ever since, without major issues.
Start Planning Now for Winter HVAC Needs
If you are planning to replace, repair, or service your HVAC system before winter, I highly recommend Meyer & Depew, but don't just take my word for it! Review their advice on comparing contractors, get a few quotes, and see whose plan and professionalism impresses you the most.
Call Meyer & Depew at 908-257-8075 or visit NJcomfort.com.
