Results 1 to 19 of 19

Thread: Contractor Recommendation for Delaware

  1. 10-20-2005, 03:18 PM #1
    shaum76
    shaum76 is offline Regular Guest
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Hockessin,DE
    Posts
    88
    Post Likes
    Hello:

    I'd like contractor recommendations for the following unit.

    Removal of existing indoor/outdoor unit, dehumidifier
    and installing
    an "entry level" brand associated with major manufacturers (Payne,Ducane,Goodman etc):
    80% furnace (90000 BTU) & 10 SEER A/C (3 ton)
    pending a full load calc.
    with condensate pump for drainage
    & humidifier
    & programmable thermostat


    The house is a 32 yr old Raised Ranch house with 2250 sq.ft (total living space) & finished basement.
    Indoor unit in basement closet near chimney with easy access.
    Windows and duct work are original and probably not all that air tight.

    My contact info: Shaum, (c) 302-345-9444
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  3. 10-20-2005, 03:29 PM #2
    dash
    dash is offline Banned
    Join Date
    Aug 2002
    Location
    Office and warehouse in both Crystal River & New Port Richey ,FL
    Posts
    18,835
    Post Likes
    One of the best ,if not too far away http://www.difilippos.com/
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  4. 10-20-2005, 04:01 PM #3
    shaum76
    shaum76 is offline Regular Guest
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Hockessin,DE
    Posts
    88
    Post Likes
    Thread Starter
    thanks. they said they were too far away...

    I found only 2 contractors in Delaware at the ACCA.org website
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  5. 10-20-2005, 04:39 PM #4
    dash
    dash is offline Banned
    Join Date
    Aug 2002
    Location
    Office and warehouse in both Crystal River & New Port Richey ,FL
    Posts
    18,835
    Post Likes
    You might want to try http://www.natex.org or any manufacturers website.
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  6. 10-20-2005, 04:59 PM #5
    gardenelf
    gardenelf is offline Regular Guest
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Posts
    34
    Post Likes

    Nate Tech

    Thank you Dash, I am trying to find a contractor in my area, thanks to you I might have come closer to my goal. Natex is a helpful site.
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  7. 10-20-2005, 05:37 PM #6
    dash
    dash is offline Banned
    Join Date
    Aug 2002
    Location
    Office and warehouse in both Crystal River & New Port Richey ,FL
    Posts
    18,835
    Post Likes

    Re: Nate Tech

    Originally posted by gardenelf
    Thank you Dash, I am trying to find a contractor in my area, thanks to you I might have come closer to my goal. Natex is a helpful site.
    Your welcome,spread the word, about their site!

    And before the NATE haters get here,yes a non NATE tech could easily be beter the a NATE tech. However it's a good sign when the company and/or the techs ,took the time and money to get certified.

    [Edited by dash on 10-20-2005 at 05:39 PM]
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  8. 10-20-2005, 06:16 PM #7
    shaum76
    shaum76 is offline Regular Guest
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Hockessin,DE
    Posts
    88
    Post Likes
    Thread Starter

    thanks... found a couple more

    the couple of contractors that I spoke to thus far hadn't even heard of NATE.
    both of them seemed very comptentent...

    that I say because they both came-up with the same recommendations and one of them gave me the price quote with actual model numbers ...

    so I'm open to other referrals as well...

    and btw: the above spec should read:
    Removal of existing indoor/outdoor unit, humidifier
    and installing
    an "entry level" brand associated with major manufacturers (Payne,Ducane,Goodman etc):
    80% AFUE standard furnace (90000 BTU output) & 10 SEER A/C (3 ton)
    pending a full load calc.
    with condensate pump for drainage
    & humidifier
    & programmable thermostat
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  9. 10-20-2005, 09:42 PM #8
    heatpumpguru's Avatar
    heatpumpguru
    heatpumpguru is offline Professional Member
    Join Date
    Mar 2003
    Location
    PA/DE area
    Posts
    1,535
    Post Likes
    Where at in Delaware?I read your POSTS we are NATE certified,but I just do not think we can meet your BUDGET. 302-478-8220 but we do not handle any of those BRANDS. DASH I know Vince GREAT GUY!!!Our ACCA President
    It's NOT the BRAND,it's the company that installs it!!!!!
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  10. 10-21-2005, 08:27 AM #9
    dash
    dash is offline Banned
    Join Date
    Aug 2002
    Location
    Office and warehouse in both Crystal River & New Port Richey ,FL
    Posts
    18,835
    Post Likes
    I think he is too,I know them thru ACCA at the National Conventions.

    [Edited by dash on 10-21-2005 at 11:39 AM]
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  11. 10-21-2005, 10:40 AM #10
    shaum76
    shaum76 is offline Regular Guest
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Hockessin,DE
    Posts
    88
    Post Likes
    Thread Starter

    HPguru: I'm in Hockessin

    I called your number - they were gonna call me back for an aptmt.

    yes - budget is an issue because I just bought the house and am low on cash that went to the down payment and closing costs.

    and the HVAC was a huge surprise -
    didn't know anything about HVAC before this and now I know enough to know wat to look for and not allow the realtor to gloss over this important part of the house.(i have a feeling my so called "buyer's agents" loyalties were more towards the seller than me).

    anyway I bought the house because it had potential but didn't realize it was so much of a "fixer-upper" - I had to put in a new septic for about 12k. upgrade the electric from fuse/150amp to circuit breakers and 200 amp ($1500).
    the kitchen and all the bathroom floors are totally messedup
    and need replacing (about (4k)
    the bathroom and kitchens haven't been updated (the house is 35 years old) - another (10k)

    and the location has turned out to be not all that great...
    and so now I'm not all that keen on putting in the "best" or even a "better" system... a "basic" or "good" should do...

    anyway.. that's my sob story for the day...

    btw: pl. let me know if you know of anyone that does "Goodman" in the area.

    enjoy your weekend yall....
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  12. 10-21-2005, 11:35 AM #11
    heatpumpguru's Avatar
    heatpumpguru
    heatpumpguru is offline Professional Member
    Join Date
    Mar 2003
    Location
    PA/DE area
    Posts
    1,535
    Post Likes
    Call Newark Plumbing and Heating /Geo H Burns they letter the truck with one name on one side and the other name on the other),if you really want a cheap price,they sell Goodman.I will tell Gail to cancel appt.Just make sure you get a copy of the permit,they might try to skip it,but demand a copy "because your selling the home"I checked Island of Lost Toys, all higher end stuff. They are the low guys in DE. work is ok,not NATE or drug/backround checked, but they have been around for 70 years. As I see it they have been around the same price since 1980.But due to your scene,I would go this route. If you do ,shoot me an e-mail and I will come by before you pay them. I live in Kennett Square,and hate to see people get the SHAFT. a case of AMSTEL Light,covers all fees. heatpumpguru@comcast.net
    It's NOT the BRAND,it's the company that installs it!!!!!
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  13. 10-21-2005, 11:56 AM #12
    shaum76
    shaum76 is offline Regular Guest
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Hockessin,DE
    Posts
    88
    Post Likes
    Thread Starter

    thanks a lot for the HPguru

    I will call them and keep you/the board updated on where it goes...

    and if you are interested (not in THAT way)...
    I could offer dinner/drinks.
    what's a good place to eat/drink in Knt.Sq?
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  14. 10-21-2005, 12:14 PM #13
    2story's Avatar
    2story
    2story is offline Professional Member
    Join Date
    Jan 2004
    Posts
    933
    Post Likes
    GURU, I thought the only people left in Kennett Square were those who speak spanish!!! I grew up around Booths Corner, Aston ! Eat a hoagie for me! My parents now reside in Dover.

    [Edited by 2story on 10-21-2005 at 12:18 PM]
    Still learning opinions welcome.
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  15. 10-21-2005, 01:22 PM #14
    heatpumpguru's Avatar
    heatpumpguru
    heatpumpguru is offline Professional Member
    Join Date
    Mar 2003
    Location
    PA/DE area
    Posts
    1,535
    Post Likes
    My small pocket of reistance holds out,but it is a daily battle,we are changing the name from Mushroom capital of the world, to SH** CITY, some parts smell so bad due to the mushroom houses and what they grow them in.I really live in Unionville but they do not deliver mail. Booths Corner,what a place to get GREAT junk food!!
    It's NOT the BRAND,it's the company that installs it!!!!!
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  16. 10-21-2005, 10:51 PM #15
    dynalowrider79
    dynalowrider79 is offline Professional Member
    Join Date
    Jul 2005
    Location
    Wilmington, DE
    Posts
    355
    Post Likes
    stay away from geo h burns and newark heating and air you are sure to get a hack job from them
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  17. 10-21-2005, 10:56 PM #16
    dynalowrider79
    dynalowrider79 is offline Professional Member
    Join Date
    Jul 2005
    Location
    Wilmington, DE
    Posts
    355
    Post Likes
    im a contractor out of delaware to but like heatpumpguru im most likely out of your price range, as i sell mostly carrier and its not cheap stuff but there are always options. from a contractor to you heatpump gurus company has a good reputation. but stay away from burns and newark hvac i know all those guys alan, and both norms its a bad company, i have friends that work there i see what they do


    [Edited by dynalowrider79 on 10-21-2005 at 10:59 PM]
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  18. 10-22-2005, 03:14 AM #17
    shaum76
    shaum76 is offline Regular Guest
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Hockessin,DE
    Posts
    88
    Post Likes
    Thread Starter

    current dilemma

    ok... i now have several options - more like dilemmas

    On the one hand:
    a Payne 80% std 90k btu, 10SEER 3ton, condenstate and humidifier, progammable thermostat
    lets say $X (lowest bid)

    to go to Payne 10SEER heat pump: $X + 800

    On the other hand:
    a Trane XR80 80% std (with 4 speed blower) 100k btu
    and XR11 11SEER 3ton, condensate and humidfier, programmable thermostat

    the above runs: $X + 600

    to go to Trane 80% XL80 2 stg: $X + 800

    to go to Trane 11 SEER Heat Pump with touch screen thermostat (but with standard XR80 furnace): $X + 1200

    I'm getting similar quotes on Rheem/Weatherking as well

    anyways... now the question is which way do I go?
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  19. 10-22-2005, 08:38 AM #18
    dynalowrider79
    dynalowrider79 is offline Professional Member
    Join Date
    Jul 2005
    Location
    Wilmington, DE
    Posts
    355
    Post Likes
    depends on who is installing them, price doesnt matter as much as to which contractor is installing it,generally the trane is good, and so is payne which is the same as a carrier pretty much all carrier parts just find the most reputable company i can even give you an estimate are you in the wilmington area
    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  20. 10-22-2005, 10:08 AM #19
    shaum76
    shaum76 is offline Regular Guest
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Hockessin,DE
    Posts
    88
    Post Likes
    Thread Starter

    yes... i'm in Hockessin

    my contact info 302-345-9444

    you are right about the contractors...
    these are reputable...and NATE certified
    and the buy was the most forthright and honest about his estimate...

    he broke everything down...
    parts, labor (for a given configuration.. these should be the same)
    and equipment (which varies by brand/features)

    infact the guy was so good a HVAC guy who knew what he was talking about and a also a great salesman - no high pressure - but a good sales pitch.

    he even managed to get me to think that it MIGHT be a great idea for resale if instead of a NONAME brand - I put in a Trane (which every one - atleast second time home owners - knows about...)
    even if it costs a lot more.
    although I'm not sure how realistic that thought is...
    because most people care more about the AGE of the equipment and condition than the brand.

    Quick reply to this message Reply   Reply With Quote Reply With Quote

Quick Reply Quick Reply

Register Now

Please enter the name by which you would like to log-in and be known on this site.

Please enter a password for your user account. Note that passwords are case-sensitive.

Please enter a valid email address for yourself.

Log-in

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Posting Permissions

  • You may post new threads
  • You may post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

Forum Rules