If I could give zero stars, I would.
In 2023, Roman Petrosyan installed a new AC system - new ac and new condenser on the roof- full ac install in my home through Magma Air- his old company that he OWNED. As someone who did not know about HVAC- I trusted the expertise of the contractor sent to me, I paid for a complete installation, including a new condenser, new air handler, new drain pan, safety switch, electrical modifications, disconnect whip, PVC modifications, and other related components.
For over two years, I had no reason to suspect anything was wrong, except water started leaking so I had it serviced.
Then, during a routine service appointment, another HVAC company showed me video evidence that left me stunned.
I was shown what appeared to be an old drain pan that was leaking. I was shown there was no safety switch. I was shown electrical tape wrapped around high-voltage wiring. I was shown exposed wires protruding from the installation. I was informed that the disconnect whip had not been replaced. I was told several of the modifications I had paid for either were not present or required correction.
I was horrified.
This wasn't a cosmetic issue. These were safety issues. Exposed high-voltage wiring is not something any homeowner wants sitting in their attic. I immediately hired additional HVAC companies to inspect and document the installation. Their findings only increased my concern.
What happened next was even more unbelievable.
Months earlier, I had randomly run into Roman and kept his business card. Unaware of the problems at the time, I called him to schedule service. He initially did not realize I was a previous customer. Once he recognized the address and installation, the conversation changed dramatically.
I was given a series of explanations about past business problems, a heart attack, issues involving a former business partner, and technician mistakes. His technician acknowledged that the drain pan was not new and indicated they would return to correct the issues.
That was over a month ago.
No repairs.
No accountability.
No resolution.
Just excuses.
As a homeowner, I relied on the expertise of a licensed HVAC contractor and trusted that the work I paid for was actually performed. Instead, I am left with documentation from multiple HVAC companies, photographs, videos, repair invoices, and serious concerns about the incomplete work that he billed me for.
At this point, I have lost all confidence that this company intends to honor its commitments voluntarily. Because of that, I am pursuing all available remedies, including legal action.
My advice to anyone considering this company: have every installation independently inspected. Verify every component. Compare what is physically installed to what appears on your invoice. Do not assume that because you paid for something, it was actually provided.
This has been one of the most frustrating and disappointing experiences I have ever had with a contractor, he has fully taken advantage and clearly lied about what he billed and I paid for. read more