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Should HVAC technicians be certified or licensed?

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Reviewed in September 2007
Toby was absolutely wonderful to work with over the life of the project. He was very knowledgeable about the building process, current building codes and the permitting/inspection process. Toby also hired, scheduled, and managed all of the subcontractors on the project, and I was very impressed...
BOYD CUSTOM HOMES LLC
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Reviewed in September 2013
They did a professional job as agreeed, on time, and within budget. Mr Larsen properly supervised his subcontractors, while performing many skilled tasks himself. Having been a general contractor for 40 years, now retired and having worked with many contractors, can say that having worked with...
Larsen Home Improvements Inc
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Reviewed in August 2018
Keith is a good salesman with lots of good reviews and listened well during design. We did make some changes during the project. Once our project began, communication with the customer and subcontractors, project management, and quality control were shown not to be his strengths. We are very...
Remodeling Pros-Room Additions Only
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Reviewed in August 2006
The first subcontractor didn't know what he was doing. The owner of that company came out and completed the job. He did excellent work once he was out here. However, I don't ever want to go through the hassle again.
Home Depot
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Reviewed in October 2013
Said it would be done in 2 months and was done in 6. Poor supervision of the work force. quality of work was subpar because of poor supervision. A small core work force 4 people and outsources the majority of the work. Fired the A/C subcontractor, two roofers, exterior trim breaker, and one...
Cole Builders
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Reviewed in March 2016
Excellent communication, fair pricing (less than others), cost conscious, but quality subcontractors and work performed on time. David kept the project moving, and provided consistent on-site supervision. Weekend work when necessary. Maintained a great relationship by keeping us aware of next...
Elite Construction of Jax, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2011
We had a really good experience with them. They were very good. A couple of the subcontractors we didn't like, we didn't like the painter so they got us a new painter. They were very easy to work with, very nice people and did a great job. I think they were thinking about not using that...
C & J Brubaker Builders
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Reviewed in May 2007
I cannot tell you how happy we are with the job done by K.B. Our new home is just perfect. With them taking care of all the subcontractors, we had no worries. If any minor changes or corrections had to be made, they dealt with it. The house is just how we envisioned it and I highly recommend...
KB HOME
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Reviewed in April 2014
Worst possible experience ever. Cannot say that enough. Many days didn't show up when scheduled, WAY over budget, and very shoddy/sloppy work. Initial quote was roughly 8,500 and ended up billing for over 34,000 then put a lien on house for just over 5,000 without even informing us. Actually...
UNITED ELECTRIC CO OF JACKSONVILLE
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Reviewed in January 2009
As a sub contractor American Electrical did an outstanding job. Answered all questions and concerns with professionalism. Don't know how much it cost as part of an overall contract. Removed set up materials and cleaned up at the end of the day.
American Electrical Contracting Inc
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