Garthwaite does what is best for them, not for you. We hired them to replace our oil tank and boiler. We wanted a similar system to our existing set up. They recommended an Indirect Water Heater. We questioned the need for one, but after they told us how much more efficient it was, and that it would add to the resale value we agreed. First time we used the water after they finished there was air in the system. Not just a few sputters, flushing the toilet almost blew it off the floor (not an exaggeration) and the shower wand would pop off it's holder when turned on.
Called them back 3 times. Each time we had the same issue, and it was getting worse. Finally they told me not to call them again because the air in the lines had nothing to do with the job they did.
On the advice of another company I hired someone to check our well system. As soon as he entered the basement, as I was pointing out the well pump, he took one look at the Indirect Water Heater and said that was the problem. He said he would check everything, but expected that would be the problem, because they do not work with most well water. Turns out he was correct. After ensuring the well system was not the problem, he tested the water. It was out of the specs for the water heater. I had to pay another $5000 to have a water softening system installed.
I Called Garthwaite figuring they would want to know for the next job proposal that uses well water. Turns out they knew about the problem. I was told "Water is the clients responsibility". Not only did they give a more expensive system than I originally wanted, they knew it probably would not work. read more