Needed to replace our 35 year old AC unit because of a freon leak- called Fernandes Air Conditioning, Inc. (caveat: DBA as Nor-Cal Air Conditioning, tel.# (209) 847-3030) They charged us $4800 to replace the AHU and the outside compressor unit.
Well, it worked for the 1st year (only use the A/C in summer), but the NEXT year, ther system wasn't getting very cold. Soooo, I called Fernandes Air Conditioning Inc. I was told that our unit was 14 days out of warranty, and there was nothing they could do. I told them that there was no way we could have known about the leak until the unit failed to get cold. Really! So, we resorted to "re-pressurizing" the system each year, until I finally decided to fix Fernandes screw-up.
NOW, when we call Fernandes A/C, Inc.,DBA Nor-Cal Air Conditioning, I am told the they only service their installations for 365 days. How the hell are we supposed to know within that time period that the NEW system leaked even worse than the old system!
The fact is- these jokers do NOT service their own installations beyond 365 days, and they ONLY install NEW systems.They are quickly developing a reputation as sub-standard according to more reputable A/C companies. In my opinion, this company should be shut down. I've never heard of someone using "another" persons contractor license "legally". I'll check this out with CSLB.
Avoid this company. They've been a nightmare. They do not stand behind their work.
Valley Air Conditioning has fixed the problem- but it cost an additional $2000 to repair the shoddy work and defective condenser coil that Fernandes installed and refused to replace. read more