I have passed by the MODIA store many times, during the course of my visits to Houston. This time specifically I was shopping to get a new HD TV, a purchase I was excited about. Before visiting the MODIA showroom I went to a few other retailers in the area. I was struggling to find the best brand and understand the latest technology in TV's. I went to 2 retail chain stores very well known in the area and to my utter disappointment; I wasn't able to get any kind of focused personal attention at either of the other stores. So I walked into MODIA, ( I will be honest) with the intention of window shopping since I was sure that the prices here would be higher than any other store given the reputation they have around the best, most exclusive, high end models and white glove service.
From the minute I walked in, it clearly felt like I was in a different world. I was allowed to browse a little before a sales person came and greeted me and asked me if he could help. He was obviously well versed with the product and the technology. I told him I wanted to buy a 75 inch HD TV and he asked me to consider the installation spaces at my home, which I had not thought of at all! Based upon further thought I realized that I needed a smaller TV, more like the 65 inch. Based upon the knowledge that he had, I realized I was not looking for the right model for my space requirements. He showed me the curved HD in addition to the flat panel and took me through the comparison on both. Clearly I wanted the curved TV, which was only a couple hundred dollars more expensive than the one I had thought of. The entire experience was unhurried and very relaxed. The best part was the competitive prices. For the kind of high end models and exclusive service I was so pleased, that I wasn't spending any more than what I would have at the other retailers.
The store has the high end brands and models among TVs and all other products. The manager also gave me a small "tour" of other different rooms that had different product layouts complete with speakers, amplifiers et all, but sadly out of my budget. I told him that and he was still extremely helpful and told me that didn't matter! They knew they had a customer for life. The good old days of great customer service are back!
The visit was over. The next day, the installation staff came in with the delivery truck. They spent significant time going over the layout with me including the mounting, wires etc. and then proceeded to complete the installation. The space looked spic and span after they left - the boxes carried out, the old TV gone, the wires tucked away behind the mount and the landscape looked like the TV had fit right in! I thought the whole installation was going to be stressful but to my surprise it was extremely fun!
I discovered MODIA after I have spent a lot of years in the area. I should have gone earlier - I will not hesitate for a minute to recommend MODIA to all my fellow Yelpers! Wonderful experience and next time you are in the market for a product, don't hesitate to walk in! read more