A heads up about Deceptive Sales Tactics and Lack of Transparency
I had one of the most frustrating and deceptive experiences with this company, centered on a complete lack of transparency regarding the equipment being installed.
First, they grotesquely misspelled my name. Yes it may be a small issue but telling detail that reflects a lack of care and professionalism. I invested hours of my day with the salesperson, agreed on a price, and got financing approved, expecting a smooth process. First red flag is that quote/sale agreement I signed was not sent to me in writing.
When I requested the quote to be sent for my records, the estimate deliberately excluded the equipment model numbers for both the furnace and AC unit. When I texted the salesperson asking for clarification, he sent me information for a 16 SEER model, which matched what I had been quoted / agreed to, yet this was never included in the official paperwork.
They pushed to install two days later.
Despite my repeated requests via calls, texts, and emails, the company did not provide the actual model numbers and proceeded with installation. This delay immediately raised more concerns. I got a call from installers stating they were on their way then called the company twice and informed Rhea that I would not allow installation unless model was on my estimate/contract as agreed with sales person. Sure enough when the installers arrived, I asked them directly what SEER rating they were installing. They confirmed it was a 13 SEER, not 16 as agreed upon and per sales person confirmation via text. I asked the sales guy to send me the estimate Insigned, which was only shared at that point, listed the Rheem RA13NY24, confirming a 13 SEER unit, not the higher-efficiency system I was led to expect.
By withholding those crucial model details from the original quote, this company kept their options open to install cheaper, lower-efficiency equipment while assuming I wouldn't notice. I felt misled, rushed, and deceived after having already been pressured to sign the estimate and apply for financing.
I'm sharing this to warn other consumers: do not sign or finance anything until you have the exact model numbers and guaranteed SEER ratings documented in writing. They will push you to install asap but if you don't check the model you might get much less than what you agreed to. Transparency and honesty are fundamental in any major home investment, and unfortunately, I found neither with this company. read more