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Bell Brother's Heating and Air On the day they installed my new furnace and a/c, they had to turn off the gas

On the day they installed my new furnace and a/c, they had to turn off the gas. They turned the gas back on for the furnace, but did NOT relight the pilot on my gas water heater. Next day, no hot water. Called them and they sent someone out. He still didn't mention that the pilot needed to be relighted. Finally called PG&E and they came out relighted the pilot for me. I was very unhappy. They were also installing new heating ducts. They arrived and removed the old ducts. Unfortunately when they started installing the new ducts, they didn't have the right material or enough of the right material. I had no heat overnight on a very cold night. Next day they came back to finish installing the ducts. When they went to install new air intake ducts, they had the wrong size of duct. They had removed the air filter on one of the vents the previous day and it was clearly labelled as 14x20. They had 14x25 instead. Who made the mistake I don't know, but it was one more irritation. They did go back to the warehouse and get the correct size of intake ducts that afternoon and completed the job. The workmen were nice, but the communication between the installers and the warehouse or whomever, seemed to be lacking. The third party instruction went fine and the final inspection has been completed.

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My recently purchased A/C unit compressor has failed. I was advised it will take two weeks before it arrives from the East coast. The unit has to be trucked out here and cannot be flown because of the compressor. The unit is still under the Lemon replacement warranty and I give credit to Bell Brothers that they are standing behind on their warranty and not forcing me to deal directly with the manufacture of the unit. My concern is that the replacement has to come all the way from the East Coast and that there is not a compressor on the West Coast. I have had other issues with the unit and appreciate Bell Brothers standing behind their warranty. BUT, I did not buy the unit to use the warranty, I purchased the new unit for peace of mind and safety of my and wife's health issues with heat.. Since you ordered the compressor replacement last week is there now a better ETA of the compressor? The weather is heating up and I am concerned.

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Excellent, friendly and professional services, adored the individual who checked on the unit and went into my very small opening to see my attic and all connections.

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was amazing! He kept me informed on every step. He also helped me learn how to use my new thermostat! I cant recommend him more highly. I have been a Bell Brothers customer for probably 15 years. They have never disappointed me!

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was wonderful! Explained everything. Warned us that our A/C would soon need replacement (20 years old!) but still kickin'! ***. is expensive but does great work and sticks by their quote even when the job exceeds their estimate. Is honest when work does not have to be done.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air Hello I was visited by Bell Brothers on 5/16

Hello I was visited by Bell Brothers on 5/16. I'm a club member due to past experiences with previous techs I decided to sign-up. Last Saturday the tech showed up and proceeded to service my HVAC system. However because of the quality of service from past technicians I knew what they were suppose to do. I don't want to mention service tech by name because my grandmother use to say "if you can't say anything good about a person, don't say anything at all! LOL Being familiar with what was supposed to be done, this guy fell far short of the kind of quality service I get from Bell Brothers. I wont get into details but I had to ask repeatedly what about this? or are you going to check that! It appeared he had somewhere else to go in a hurry! Long story short my service call was incomplete and lacking. 10 mins later he was back at my door! To my surprise a quality Manager was with him! MIKE W was my hero! He stayed and had the tech re-do and perform the quality work that I had experienced in the past from other great technicians. MIKE W was a God sent! His knowledge and professionalism surpasses his friendly but take care of business attitude! I advised him that I had referred others to Bell Brothers, and now after Saturday will be sharing this story to others. We both agreed its better not to just make a sale off of a person,but treat that person fair and right and you will have a customer for life! Thank you so much MIKE W of Bell Brothers!

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We have had Bell Brothers for about 5 years and they have fix and or replaced several things in our house. We couldn't be happier to have everything working the way we use to do it our selves.Always very friendly and always clean and leave the place better then when they came.Thank you Bell Brothers.

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I had an inspection of the heating and cooling unit and found that the 25-year-old unit had lost its coolant and to replace it was cost prohibitive. The option was to install a new high-efficiency condenser and heater in the attic. The salesman explained the costs and all the options. The next day, they were able to immediately start installation, and the crew was clean, polite, and on time. It took two days to complete, and every crew member was extremely professional and always made sure they asked if we wanted anything else. They brought a few things that needed to be code upgraded, at no extra cost. They finished and completely checked the new system and walked me through the startup and even helped with the new applications. I am waiting on the inspection process with a third party for the Title 24 efficiency report, then the County inspection. Will highly recommend.

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I've decided to cease all business interactions with this firm. It's clear that since the change in ownership a few years back, the company's priorities have shifted away from the homeowner's best interests. Instead, they seem focused on maximizing profits through aggressive sales tactics and exorbitant commissions. It's disappointing to see the degradation of what was once a reputable business. The current proprietors have steered the company in a direction that I believe is ethically questionable. I would appreciate it if you could stop sending me confirmations for appointments and bills for services that I have not received. When providing estimates, please ensure they are presented as quotations, adhering to standard business practices, rather than as invoices.

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Very responsive service and always on time. Technicians are friendly and very professional and qualified. They clean up after themselves.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air I have used **** Brother's for over a decade

I have used *** Brother's for over a decade. They are always courteous and take care of my house. They stand by their warranties and workmanship. I had a leak in a major component of my HVAC go out in the middle of summer. It was just under warranty (for parts and labor). They came and recharged the system multiple times for free while waiting for the part. If you are part of their club, they will do an inspection of your plumbing once a year. They often find something that needs replacing, but that comes with an aging house. They are the "no surprise guys" but be prepared for sticker shock with the first quote. However, the quote will not suddenly go up later like other companies may do. My advice is to join their club so you get your two yearly inspections. If you get anything replaced, ask if there is any component that will need regular replacing. I have an air scrubber, which works wonders for my allergies, that has a UV bulb that needs to be replaced every few years. I knew about it so I can plan it. My newish water heater has an expansion tank. I was not told that this tank needs to be replaced every few years as well. I was not expecting the *** to replace it. My tech said he was going to make sure he mentioned that in their next weekly meeting so everyone will remember to let their customers know that it is something that needs to be replaced every few years when they recommend a new water heater. One of the things I love is that they are constantly training and trying to improve their service.

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Bell Brothers staff and crew delivered fast and friendly service. They provided professionalism and wonderful work ethic. I would highly recommend their service.

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They did a "Great Job". Just like every other time I've had them do work around the house. *** was our Tech. and he was outstanding. It's nice to know I can trust them.

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The technicians were very professional, friendly, and they did clean work. Everything seems to be working well. We might call for more instructions about our new thermostat!

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Great service. Clean, friendly, professional technician. Have used them for plumbing, heating/air replacement, as well as new window install. Always have been pleased.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air Not good

Not good. After my 25 yr old *** blew out during last weeks heat wave it was clear I needed a new system. *** was my first contact and I dealt with their rep ***. After I was quoted a very high price over $20,000 and told the only HV*** system available was a Day and ***, I asked the rep three questions. First I needed all work done with one week as I have elderly animals in my home. He assured me after checking with his office that all work would be completed by the following Friday. Second, I asked if other HV*** units besides Day and *** were available, and was told no due to supply constraints. Third, I asked Mr *** if his quote was competitive and would other companies offer the same job got thousands less.He assured me the price was competitive and I would not get a quote much lower.After signed a contract, within one hour I received an email from *** stating the work would not be completed by the following Friday. I contacted two other HV*** companies for bids and did not tell them about Bell*** quote. The first company offered a quote $3,700 less than ***. The second company provided a quote $5,700 lower than ***, offered me a choice of three different units and said all work would be completed within two days of signing contract. I immediately cancelled my *** contract and signed with this company that did everything promised as scheduled.So the *** rep either misrepresented or flat out lied to me and tried to *** me for thousands of dollars more for an inferior HV*** system.

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took the pain to explain what was going on and resolve the *** issue. After a year-long wait, you finally send a very reliable and dependable technician He is amazing.

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The technician was professional and on time. Unfortunately, after reviewing a three year old system his first recommendation was to replace the entire system. Felt the tune-up service was solely performed to recommend extensive repairs and less on on-going maintenance.

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We recently purchased a new air conditioner, heater and new ducting. That was a overwhelming purchase for us,,but *** was wonderful! From the person who explained the whole process , to the men who put the ducting in( and there were many people in that process) they were professional, polite, and explained everything they were doing as they were installing. We were very impressed and more than satisfied To our surprise they were a very well oiled machine and kept everything clean.We would, and will , recommend them to anyone!

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Phenomenal service! Very quick response time. *** was great, arrived before the anticipated time, went to work right away and quickly solved the problem. I've used Bell Brothers before and I'll use them again.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air Technicians are getting lazy!

Technicians are getting lazy! The last technician that was here to do a yearly air condition maintenance left the capacitor wire disconnected inside the heating unit. Little did I know my air conditioner was running outside for almost two hours. The fan inside the unit wasn't running due to the wire being disconnected and laying against the metal wall which the technician that came the next day said he was surprised it didnt spark a fire! I noticed it was getting hotter in the house so at that time is when I heard a humming noise in the hallway. I quickly unplugged the inside unit but still heard the air conditioner running so I shut the unit off at the thermostat. What if I had left my home would I have come back to a burned down house? The last technician before this came out to see why the unit wasn't cooling. He checked the air conditioner then the inside unit to find a leak at the coils. Because the cost to replace the coil unit is over $2,500 I asked him to show me proof there is a leak at the coils. He said to me there is a leak because his tool is reporting that is were the leak is. Then was trying to take a picture but for some reason he couldn't get a good picture but would never show me. UGH my trust in this technician was getting worse. He then went to the air conditioner to refill with coolant. After he left I went out to the air conditioner to find the cover and caps left off. Lazy! We as home owners spend thousands of dollars for a HVAC's and would appreciate that they are maintained properly by a service provider especially a well know company like *** Brothers.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air My wife and I chose a local contractor for our windows and HVAC system installation in 2017 via Y-Grene

My wife and I chose a local contractor for our windows and HVAC system installation in 2017 via Y-Grene. We paid over $30,000 to this company. The salesperson, installers, and technician were fantastic. However, the first year after installation, I noticed the air temperature rose above 80 degrees on hot days. Despite several service calls and biannual maintenance as a club member, I was assured the unit was fine. Four years later, amid a heatwave, my compressor failed. Upon contacting the company, I learned they no longer serviced my area. When I mentioned my club membership, I was informed it had lapsed. I tried to reinstate it, explaining we had avoided in-home visits during 2020. Initially, they scheduled an immediate service, but then retracted, stating a technician would only be available in August and I'd incur a $99 dispatch fee since I was out of warranty. This is unacceptable. After investing over $30,000, it's unfair to be denied service based on location, especially when the company services areas further away. Moreover, I was promised a 10-year parts warranty, which seems nonexistent just four years post-installation.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air So, after calling a few different companies and getting different quotes we settled on **** Brothers

So, after calling a few different companies and getting different quotes we settled on *** Brothers. They came out the next day and the technicians were great. They found the leak in the *** unit which was causing the whole problem in like a few minutes. gave me a quote and by that night i received the written diagnostic report and quote. But the *** was the *** DEPARTMENT. In antiquate service. After I called the next day to schedule repair service, they told me they didn't have any openings till the following week, i told them i wanted service as soon as possible as its getting hot. They booked me for Monday, only to cancel a little while later, and then booked me for Tuesday morning. WHen i called to verify where they were on monday morning, i also wanted to confirm that they will be able to finish the job. and they didn't know if they could complete the job so they told me they would call me back. Long story I spoke to 3 different customer reps. ( i don' t even know why) then i received text and email confirmation that the tech was on his way. a few minutes later the tech called and told me that i was moved to the next day on the schedule. WHAT!? called to speak to a manager who in the end apologized and rescheduled the tech to come out right then. and offered a $100 discount, for all the headaches. *** was great and performed great service. *** works, but then when i checked the invoice i was charged another $99 for the diagnostic fee. which i had already paid for the last week. Called them back and now i have to wait 2 weeks for them to approve and send me a refund check. instead of just refunding my credit card! crazy customer service. super unprofessional and just altogether not a good experience, they lack proper communication skills. disappointed as i really like the tech and service performed, but nothing else. "

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air Just had our 17 year old HVAC and ductwork replaced by Bell Bros

Just had our 17 year old HVAC and ductwork replaced by Bell Bros. (My mother's house, as well as my brother's and daughter's house, here in Folsom, had HVAC/ductwork completed in the past, so I was comparing prices against their homes.) I received a quote that included generous discounts so I was happy and signed the contract. Once work began, I was informed by the lead installer that portions of the ductwork (farthest runs from the garage where HVAC unit was installed) couldn't be reached without tearing out a wall. I was assured by the technician that since those runs (31 years old!) haven't seen daylight, and where completely closed off, they would probably be fine. Bell Bros then gave me an additional price reduction since that area did not get new ductwork. Made me happy. (Crossing my fingers that this old portion of ductwork will last another 30+ years!) The lead installer is an outstanding individual; very professional, courteous, and most of all, patient when answering my questions during the install. His assistant was also a very pleasant and courteous professional. From start to finish, they arrived on time, did their job without causing any disruption to our daily routines. Excellent work ethics from them both! Got the job done in two days! Quality products, quality workmanship, and above all, they stand by their products and work. (The one minor glitch concerning non-replacement of some ductwork and a subsequent price adjustment was handled by a sales manager over the phone.) Despite my "mild" irritability over the phone, this manager kept his professionalism, listened to my issue, and calmly assured me that a price adjustment was understandable and issued me a price adjustment to my satisfaction. Overall, from sales to installation to pricing, Bell Bros lived up to their guarantee of their product and workmanship. Excellent company!

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air Bell Brothers scams people into service agreements and fails to follow through

Bell Brothers scams people into service agreements and fails to follow through. 10 years of service on my minisplits and not once we're they actually cleaned professionally like the agreement stated. *** was the last representative here and was by far the rudest as well. Almost knocked pictures from the wall as he drug a hose through the hallway bouncing it off the walls and around corners. He spread his tools out on top of my bed and tossed his garbage across the room. He brought 2 cleaning kits but used the same one on 2 systems. Carrying a dripping soaked kit from upstairs to downstairs. He commented that the system was a cheap model and the remote was backwards. He actually said I needed to hit the minimum heat button to use the a/c side of the mini split. Said he was going to write down that I confused the system by pushing buttons to fast. Like after 10 years of using it I didn't know how it worked. He told me he wasn't able to get the cover clipped down correctly and someone else would be coming out to fix that. Couldn't wait to leave and said the office was probably expecting a call from us right now. Tried making me sign a blank screen saying he would fill it in later. Then when I refused said don't worry about signing it, you aren't paying for it anyway. When he left I went to see if both a/c and heat functioned and neither one even turned on. Called the no surprise guys office and they had him return. Of course he wasn't happy and blamed the system not working on me confusing the system by pushing buttons too fast. There were error lights on and he figured out what he did wrong, fixed it and left as fast as he could saying someone would call and schedule the guy who would be clipping the covers down properly. No one ever called, and I don't expect them to ever call. Do yourself a favor and don't pay for any service agreements from the no service guys!

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air I reached out to a local HVAC service for a diagnostic when my AC failed to cool my home.

When my home AC stopped cooling, I contacted a local HVAC service and set up a diagnostic appointment. They quoted a $99 visit fee. On May 11th, a technician suggested a likely leak in the attic unit. Despite no visible signs of leakage, he recommended a leak test. He quoted $1000 for 5lbs of refrigerant, which I found too expensive, so I sought a second opinion. The next day, a different technician found the compressor inactive, fixed it with a start capacitor, and my AC worked fine. I confronted the first company about the misdiagnosis, was promised a refund, but never received it. My advice: avoid this company as they seem more interested in selling insurance than providing accurate service.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air Would NEVER use **** Brothers again

Would NEVER use *** Brothers again. They act very shady, refusing to give a detailed receipt showing how they reached the very high price for installing a water heater. They said it's the same price for everyone so no one gets *** off with a lower price. they told me the permits of $300 is included in the price, after two months of no inspection I called the City. They said *** Brothers never pulled permits, I asked how much the fee was and it was only like $47.00! On installation I was told every it would be a 2 man crew and only one showed up. In lifting the heater up on the raised base he scraped some stucco finish off and never told me. In emptying the old tank down by the curb all the inside rust water ran out then he brought it back up my slanted driveway I guess to finish letting it drain leaving a huge rust stain all the way down my driveway. The installation was s*** They used the wrong gas connection, they did not ground it, the relief line was sticking out so much it blocked the doorway enough so that I couldn't get past it in my wheelchair. I had to call them back two times to make the corrections and clean the driveway. They never repaired the base. I had to call the city for inspection myself, it passed the second time telling me these guys don't really know what they are doing. I am an older disabled guy in a wheelchair and told the estimator I felt the estimate of $3,500.00 was super high but he convinced my that for the very best American heater, the very best installation, the very best warranty is a fairly cheap price. He also promised a detailed receipt upon completion.Nothing he said was true. I priced the *** heater and it goes for $800, the parts at the most another $500 at the super stupid high price ,so, they want me to believe that installation is $2,000.00? Almost sounds like price gouging of a disabled senior citizen. By the way, over the last 6 months or so I have called dozens of times all go ignored.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air We have had a contract for ** and Heating inspections every year for about 5 years

We have had a contract for *** and Heating inspections every year for about 5 years. Every tech has been clean, polite, and cleaned up after themselves . Wore shoe covers and removed them each time they go out to the truck. Out system is about 8 years old and working perfectly. Every time they come out they have told me that all was good. Last week a technician that I had not seen before showed up. He was polite etc. as they have all been. I had to leave and left him in my home with my wife. She called later and said that the tech had found a problem with the capacitor in my attic unit and that my compressor needed a "soft start" component so that it would not wear out prematurely . This was around $600 plus and my wife gave him the OK. When i came home he was still there, stated some numbers on the components that revealed they were not performing well. He stated that he would have the charts and numbers in by online summary of his visit. He then stated that we should get an ion cleaning system or our blower motor would stop working soon. He they went on with some mumble jumble about how the ion component would clean my ducts etc. He charged $1200 for this. On line the exact units sell for under $500 and can be installed in just a few minutes. Granted, *** needs to make a profit but this seemed a bit excessive. The *** for my inspection cost me $1,800. He had me sign several places on his *** explaining it was just for the OK to do the work. Reviewing the on line account later, I saw that I had the option to have the ion cleaner removed within 5 days if I was unsatisfied . I then saw that one of the forms I signed was a waiver voiding the 5 day period because it was an emergency. He never informed me of this. After he left I just felt like I had been a bit bamboozled by this slick technician. This was the first sour event I have had with *** and I am currently discussing this with them. Certainly I do not want that particular technician in my home again.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air We had a new tankless water heater and Halo purifier installed

We had a new tankless water heater and Halo purifier installed. The installation went well and was completed on July 2. We have no problem with the installation. In fact the installation team was courteous, knowledgeable and thorough. The problem came later. Keep in mind that the job was paid for, per contract, when the installation was complete. First I got notified by the credit card I used that I was over my credit limit. Now, I had checked with the card ahead of time so I knew I was well within my limit. It seems that *** billed me twice at $13,330 each. Of course, this put me over the limit. Now, this is the card I use for all of my recurring bills, so I was in a real panic. I contacted *** and they reversed the duplicate charge right away. Of course, these things can take 3 to 10 days to be resolved by the credit card. It took 3 hours on the phone with the credit card company and various creditors to straighten things out. That was problem #1. Problem #2 arose when the installers had to knock substantial holes in several walls for the plumbing. That was not the problem. The problem is that they did not cover the holes when the install was done. We have cats and they would have had a great time in the walls and under the house. Luckily, we have a motorhome in our driveway so there was a place for them to stay while we (the homeowner) covered up the holes with cardboard. We were told that the holes would be patched at the same time as the inspection, but they were not. Now we have been told that a sub-contractor will replace the drywall. I should note that I specifically asked up front if they used sub-contractors and was told no. We have had a bad experience with sub-contractors and mechanics liens in the past. Now we are sitting here with our cardboard covered holes waiting for the sub-contractor who has not contacted us yet. Since this has already been paid for, *** has no incentive to complete the job. My advice is do not pay until the job is totally done!

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air Here's the good, the bad, and the very ugly!

Here's the good, the bad, and the very ugly! First. I had three estimates from well-known *** companies. The good! *** was by far the best at the information and sales end. *** explained everything exceptionally well and did calculations on the heat load on the exterior walls. No one else did that. He was very informative and an excellent representative of *** Brothers. He gets five stars! Another receiving five stars is ***. He is the tech supervisor who came out twice after I had a huge problem. He too was informative and fixed the problems immediately after speaking with me. I'm in Stockton and he's in the *** area, so I appreciated his promptness and willingness to "make it right." He even stopped by a second time on the first visit before leaving town to make sure everything was working properly. He couldn't reach me by phone so he took the time to come by an see if the job was done properly and to my satisfaction. Again, five stars! Now the bad! And it's very bad. The installers arrived on time and did a fantastic job of keeping their work area clean. They covered the hallway with tarps and took extra care in removing and installing the old system. I appreciated their diligence. Now for the bad on the install. The tech used the wrong circuit breaker at the panel box resulting in a very serious problem. The pool pump was off Thursday and Friday because of the install. When the breaker was wired, it wasn't wired correctly. As a result, the pool pump wasn't working. I called first thing Monday morning and *** the supervisor came Tuesday morning and corrected the problem. However, the pump was not working for five straight days resulting in a green pool. I had to get the pool service out twice to add chemicals and deal with the algae problem. Of course, no one could swim either. Who wants to swim in an algae filled pool? When the pool finally returned to normal on the following Thursday, there was a huge stain in the deep end as a result of the failed pump. The pool was replastered just two months earlier and was in pristine shape. There was no stain until *** wired the breaker wrong resulting in a pump that had no power. While the install of the *** and furnace was excellent, clearly the tech made a huge error. He finished on a Friday afternoon and didn't check to see that everything was in working order before leaving. Had he done that simple check, this would not have happened! The reality is that he used the wrong breaker and wired it wrong. Not only that, he KNEW that it was the wrong breaker and he wired it in anyway never checking his work. So this is completely unacceptable and clearly negligent on the tech's part. I will not use his name. *** knows exactly who is responsible. *** came out to correct the mistake. He made EVERYTHING work as we wait for the proper circuit breaker. So I give 0 stars (I'd give less if possible) for the install although the techs were clean and friendly. I do question their competence and commitment to ensuring the job was properly completed! He got the *** working at the expense of the pool pump. If he took the time, he would have checked that everything was working before leaving. The result now is a huge stain in the newly plastered pool as a result of a poor wiring job. The final rating of two stars is the result of the mistake at the breaker. Larger companies have too many layers and there was also miscommunication about sealing the ducts in the attic. The techs were not aware of that particular job as it wasn't on the work order. I immediately contacted *** and he straightened this issue out. However, had I not questioned the techs at the beginning of the install, this would not have been taken care of. I was told they all needed to be taped, so had I not questioned the tech, that would never have been caught! *** has made good so far on their promise to make me satisfied. I'm not sure how they will satisfy me regarding the stain in the pool as a result of a botched circuit breaker that is clearly on them! In summary, as with everything done by a contractor, the buyer needs to be on top of things and question everything. My first mistake was having the job start on a Thursday and ending Friday afternoon. Everyone is in a big hurry to start their weekend. Corners are often cut in the rush to finish! I should have waited until Monday to start the job. That wouldn't have changed the tech putting in the wrong breaker and the resulting pool pump problem. However, I would have caught it two days earlier and possibly prevented damage to the plaster. *** would certainly get five stars if the tech hadn't knowingly put in the wrong breaker. *** and *** have gone beyond to try to rectify the problems I've encountered. I guess I will test their "No Surprise Guarantee." I'm certain I'd be writing a much different review had the install be done properly. I paid $14,000+ for a professional job on all aspects of the purchase.

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We spent $25K on an HVAC. System in July 2023. The zoning does not work. A tech came out, could not fit in the attic but thinks it is an issue with the baffle(?). He said someone else would come fix it - no one has called. Because the zoning doesn’t work, the system runs fairly constantly and our resulting utility report was $775. A week later I called to be told they ordered a part, no projection on when this would be in or scheduled. This just the latest of a series of missed expectations starting at the time of installation. I’ve made several calls, asked to speak with a manager and am constantly refused - they won’t provide a name, a phone number or an email address. For a company that promotes their service as top notch - one has to wonder why you guard your management like a state secret. I’ve asked to be called back and nothing. The “no surprise guys” have surprised us with their poor service.

Desired outcome: I would like a manager to call me, get the zoning fixed by a committed date, provide the filters I’ve been promised and meet their commitments. I also want a direct service management contact for future service issues.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air I have tried on several occasions to contact Bell Brothers to formally request that they stop sending me unwanted, and unsolicited letters in

I have tried on several occasions to contact Bell Brothers to formally request that they stop sending me unwanted, and unsolicited letters in the mail. I have tried returning the letters to sender. I have tried filling out their contact us form - Formally requesting to be removed. So far nothing has worked, so I thought I would attempt this route for a final resolution to this issue.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air ON Aug 21st, an HVAC technician visited

On Aug 21st, a technician visited my house to diagnose the AC cooling issue. He identified that the compressor needed a new capacitor. I was taken aback by the quoted price of $348.00, knowing the part typically costs around $50.00. After discussing, the technician suggested a Bell Bros. club membership for a discount. Despite moving soon, I accepted both the capacitor installation and the membership. With the temperature set to remain high and considering our ages, 87 and 88, we prioritized our health. My concerns are: 1) The high charge for the capacitor compared to the retail price of $5.91. Is this excessive? 2) The receipt mislabels the capacitor, making it unidentifiable at stores. The correct name is Titan pro, motor run capacitor. 3) It seems the membership was pushed by inflating the capacitor's price. Are these practices illegal or unethical?

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air earns a trustworthiness rating of 100%

Highly recommended, but caution will not hurt.

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We found clear and detailed contact information for Bell Brother's Heating and Air. The company provides a physical address, phone number, and email, as well as 5 social media accounts. This demonstrates a commitment to customer service and transparency, which is a positive sign for building trust with customers.

By resolving 85% of 7 negative reviews, Bell Brother's Heating and Air is demonstrating its dedication to customer satisfaction and effectively addressing customer issues. While there may still be some practical problems that need to be addressed, such as long wait times or unhelpful responses.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air Our annual HVAC Inspection was performed on August 8th,2020 and the technician found the unit was low on Freon, he added 4+ lbs

Our annual HVAC Inspection was performed on August 8th,2020 and the technician found the unit was low on Freon, he added 4+ lbs. to the AC system. he said he suspected the coil was leaking and added dye to determine if his suspicions were correct. during his inspection, he said the Air Scrubber bulb had burned out, was not under warranty, and was $350.00 to replace. He said not replacing it would not affect the performance, so I declined replacement. He advised someone would come back to re inspect the unit. August 28 a tech re-inspected the unit, showed us a picture he had taken of the coil, the dye test showed evidence of the leaks. He said they will order a replacement Coil and when it arrives, will schedule a return to fix the AC unit. Two weeks later I called and was told the part is on backorder and call me back with an update, no one has ever called back. Mid September the AC began making a High/Low rumbling noise, so after calling, I was told they were sending a warranty technician. He arrived on Sept 21st, listened to the noise and explained that the new freon is a two part freon and has leaked out again at different rates, causing the compressor to make the hi/low groaning noises. He did not resolve anything. Subsequent calls were vague about whether the replacement for defective part had ever been ordered, would check with the warehouse and call me back. Again, no one has ever called back. Since the original installation, August 2... August 3rd, the thermostat wouldn't program, and was replaced on August 7, it was noted the the original compressor had became noisy, was failing, and was replaced on August 14th. The local distributor (***) can get the needed part so it is not on back order. I paid a lot of money for a Lemon Unit from Bell Brothers who's only interest is Sell, Sell, Sell, not repairing what they have sold that is under their warranty, and the factory warranty. I want my money back!

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air My parents, Alice and Bob, notified me that they had a toilet that wouldn't stop running

My parents, Alice and Bob, notified me that they had a toilet that wouldn't stop running. They called Bell Brothers for a repair. The company suggested a replacement and quoted $1150, although the toilet costs $300 at Home Depot. My parents inquired about a repair instead and got a quote of $826.95. My 86-year-old father, who has dementia, thought they needed a new toilet for $80. I saw the work order; it included replacing the shut-off valve for $340, a new Kohler piston for $227, and resealing with a wax seal for $340, minus a $50 coupon and an $80 senior discount, plus a $49.95 dispatch fee. I believe I could have fixed it for less. I think my parents weren't given the best advice; they could have been told a cheaper fix was possible after paying the dispatch fee. The receipt wasn't itemized, but parts are cheaper at Home Depot. A new installation is a two-hour job, suggesting a repair could be under $500. I called Bell Brothers to discuss my concerns. They promised a callback after speaking with the technician, which I never received. I hope for a partial refund or credit for my parents, who were repeat customers, but it's likely their last time using Bell Brothers.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air I called Moore Home Services for a small plumbing issue, and Bell Brothers showed up, saying they were now Moore Plumbing and that they would do

I called Moore Home Services for a small plumbing issue, and Bell Brothers showed up, saying they were now Moore Plumbing and that they would do the work. I requested repair of three leaky faucets inside the home and one leaky front yard hose spigot. I purchased one faucet set myself, and Bell Brothers provided the other two. The faucet sets go for less than $100 at Home Depot. I was not provided any prior estimate of repair cost, verbally or written prior to job commencing. When the job wrapped up, Bell Brothers took my credit card information and presented a receipt for service rendered of $4,212 for repair of three simple indoor faucet sets, and $7,105 for the "recommended" repair of the water service from the street to the front of the house. Another $4,500 was verbally quoted to repair the front yard sprinkler system, which was working just fine until *** from Bell Brothers showed up. *** stated that my front sprinkler system would need full replacement. In addition, I was sold the monthly service plan, at $19.95 per month for a one-year commitment. I am 85 years old, and live alone. My son worries that I was exploited because Bell Brothers and *** saw me as vulnerable and ill-informed on these matters. This is price gouging a senior, and I have asked my son to intervene. He is helping me to submit this complaint. He says Bell Brothers has engaged in elder financial exploitation, and fraud, and vandalism to a customer's property. When Bell Brothers left, they allowed debris from the water lines to clog my washer and one toilet such that there was little to zero water flow. I immediately called my VISA company, and my current understanding is that I was able to stop the charge for $7,105, and the $19.95 monthly fee, but $4,212 and a mysterious $472.95 has been paid to Bell Brothers. My Visa company further states they have asked Bell Brothers to respond to this dispute and that Bell Brothers claims all is fine and that they did a good job. I have now called on a new plumber from another company to assess the situation. He observed the following. The service from the street to the front of the house was fine. No replacement is needed. He fixed the sludge debris that *** allowed to clog the washer and one of the toilets. Additionally the new plumber found a water supply line to the front sprinklers cut off and buried under ground and he also found a sprinkler control unit had been kicked (it appeared) such that this component was suddenly broken. I have pictures of the damage Bell Brothers caused, and I have now paid the new plumber roughly $800+ to correct all the problems caused by ***, of Bell Brothers. I have authorized my son to call Bell Brothers management to discuss this matter, and he has done so. Although the front receptionist claims that a manager will call back, there has not been any return phone call. When *** left my home on Sept 18, 2020, I asked for his number and told him I would have my son call to discuss the charges. My son called Carlos, left message requesting a call back, and none has occurred.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air Bell Brothers came to our house to perform semi-annual scheduled tune-up maintenance on our air conditioners

Bell Brothers came to our house to perform semi-annual scheduled tune-up maintenance on our air conditioners. This was IAW a "club" membership. (I don't know if that is the correct term). Due to shoddy workmanship done (July ) by Bell Brother's technicians on the upstairs A/C unit (Fujitsu brand) they had not wrapped two of the copper A/C lines properly. The air coming into contact with these cold lines caused the moisture to condense, and that water continuously dripped onto the attic subflooring. Water eventually leaked into the bathroom ceiling drywall, and caused the paint to buckle & drop to the floor. I first noticed this on Sunday 8/4 & called Bell Brothers to report the problem. They did not respond to fix it. On 8-5-10 I called back, and got the same NON RESPONSE. i called another company (Performance Heating & Air) They responded on 8/7 & fixed the problem. Then I called ***l, who fixed the drywall, plaster, and re-painted. Total cost for repairs: $1.499.00 + On 9/6 I sent a USPS certified letter to ***/*** C/O Bell Brothers explaining the problem. That letter was a 2 page typewritten letter, including 9 pages of photos of the damage, and 2 pages of invoices. The letter requested a response from them not later than Monday, 9/21. If they did not respond by then, I would have to assume they are not taking responsibility for the damage their technician(s) caused, and I would go on the next step. A signature on the USPS green certified post card indicates my letter was signed for by Bell Brothers on 9/10. As of this date, 11/19, I have received NO RESPONSE FROM BELL BROTHERS. ALSO, PRIOR to this incident, we had the second of two tune-up maintenance visits scheduled with Bell Brothers for 9/5 at 8:00AM. In a phone conversation I had with an unknown female employee of Bell Brothers regarding the upcoming appointment on 9/5, this woman said Bell Brothers WAS NOT going to respond to that appointment, and they were also going to "drop" me as a customer. NOTE #1: During this maintenance "tune-up" visit, my wife overheard one Bell Brothers tech telling another that they needed to call someone else who knew something about a Fujitsu. Apparently the tech who responded also did not know anything abut a Fujitsu, as the tune-up on the Fujitsu was a total failure, as evidenced by the damage that was caused. NOTE#2: The reason the "+" listed after the $1,499.00, is because I would also like to be reimbursed for the 2nd semi-annual maintenance tune-up visit we paid for at the beginning of the year, and never received. I WILL BE HAPPY TO DROP OFF, OR MAIL TO ComplaintsBoard.com, THE 13 PAGE CORRESPONDENCE I SENT TO BELL BROTHERS. PLEASE ADVISE. Hindsight being 20/20, had I taken the time to review YELP reviews of Bell Brothers, I never would have hired them to do work on our HVAC system. Bell Brothers had 521 YELP reviews from 2009 to 9/6: 211-5 star; 35-4 star; 19-3 star; 40-2 star; 216-1 star. Now that is a real surprise from the "No Surprise Guys!" They had more 1 star reviews than 5 star reviews. Bell Brothers' CSLB contractor license #726129. Thank you for reading this explanation.

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Bell Brother's Heating and Air is a well-established and reputable HVAC company that has been serving the Sacramento and Bay Area communities for over 30 years. With a team of highly skilled and experienced technicians, they are committed to providing top-quality heating and air conditioning services for both residential and commercial customers.

At Bell Brother's, customer satisfaction is their top priority. They understand the importance of having a comfortable and safe living or working environment, which is why they offer a wide range of services to cater to their customers' HVAC needs. These services include furnace repair, air conditioning repair, installation of new HVAC systems, duct cleaning, and system maintenance. They use only the best materials and equipment, and their technicians are trained to follow the highest industry standards to ensure that the job is done right the first time.

One of the benefits of choosing Bell Brother's is their exceptional customer service. They offer 24/7 emergency services, and their technicians are always prompt, courteous, and professional. They understand that HVAC problems can be stressful, which is why they always take the time to explain the issue and offer the best solutions to their customers.

Another reason to choose Bell Brother's is their commitment to energy efficiency. They specialize in installing and maintaining energy-efficient HVAC systems, which not only help their customers reduce their energy bills but also contribute to a greener environment.

Overall, Bell Brother's Heating and Air is a trustworthy and reliable company that offers top-quality HVAC services, exceptional customer service, and a commitment to energy efficiency. Whether you need a new HVAC system installed, or just need a tune-up, they are the go-to experts in the Sacramento and Bay Area.

Overview of Bell Brother's Heating and Air complaint handling

Bell Brother's Heating and Air reviews first appeared on Complaints Board on Apr 28, 2023. The latest review HVAC System was posted on Aug 9, 2023. The latest complaint On the day they installed my new furnace and a/c, they had to turn off the gas was resolved on May 10, 2023. Bell Brother's Heating and Air has an average consumer rating of 4 stars from 21 reviews. Bell Brother's Heating and Air has resolved 6 complaints.
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