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Zenner & Ritter Home Services

Heating and Air Conditioning, Generator, Water Heaters,

About us

Zenner & Ritter Home Services is a woman owned family business offering residential and light commerical services since 1930. Presently we maintain a staff of over 40 professionals with a fleet of vehicles to provide prompt service. Promotions vary based on the type of service (heating, generators, plumbing, maintenance, etc.), but include financing options, rebates, Energy Star incentives and published coupons. The true savings are the energy reduction and warranty protection that our products and installations provide. They look forward to the opportunity to exceed your expectations!

Business highlights

95 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Energy audits blower door, infared, duct blaster, heating systems, boilers, forced air, green systems solar, geothermal, radon testing, insulation, water treatment, air conditioning ducted, unico, packaged, indoor air duct cleaning, filtration, plumbing, water heaters, tank less, sewer clean outs, sinks, faucets, toilets, water treatment, generator systems, automatic standby power, portable, fireplaces & insulation.

Services we don't offer

Roofing, siding. for the services we do not provide, references are available to other contracting firms we experienced to provide good service to our clients.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.7488 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
79%
4
10%
3
5%
2
1%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.5
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7
Showing 76-100 of 488 reviews

Fiona T.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, generator service
  + 0 more
I've used Zenner and Ritter for years now and wouldn't have any other company service my generator, AC or furnace. Their technicians are always professional courtious and knowlegable.
Description of Work: Generator servicing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Joanne S.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing
  + 0 more
All was replaced as agreed. My bathroom faucets are running better than ever. The bathtub drain is working better too. .
Description of Work: Some plumbing needed to be done. About 15 feet of pipe was replaced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$439

e G.
09/2017
5.0
generator service
  + -1 more
Great, answered all our questions...great price
Description of Work: Generator estimate

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

Julie M.
09/2017
5.0
electrician, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
Great! Nate installed professionally, even going into our crawlspace under the house on a 90 degree day! Other installers wanted to run the lines along the outside of our house. Only Zenner & Ritter offered to go under the house so the unit could go into the backyard. Nate and his assistant were hardworking and knowledgeable. Tom, the electrician from Melton, was very knowledgeable and professional. Having had other dealings with Melton Electric was one of the reasons we went with Zenner & Ritter for our generator. Our salesman, Bill, also got us a great deal with promotions from Generac. All work was done efficiently and cleaned up afterward.
Description of Work: installed stand alone Generac 11 generator

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,200

Ed C.
09/2017
5.0
generator service
  + -1 more
Very professional and courteous company. Recommended a new battery for the generator as ours was 7 years old and the average life is 5 years. Kept the inside of the generator compartment clean. Was very satisfied.
Description of Work: Generator Service to ensure a uneventful winter.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$325

Brenda C.
09/2017
5.0
generator service
  + -1 more
Very prompt, knowledgeable. Pleasant. Answered all questions. Reasonably priced.
Description of Work: Maintenance on home generator.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$113

Penny P.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Rich has excellent knowledge and gives great service on generators.
Description of Work: Identified problem with generator and has ordered the necessary part.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Sharon S.
09/2017
5.0
generator service
  + -1 more
Great....very efficient, professional and friendly.
Description of Work: Yearly maintenance and Generac generator

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Michael F.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing
  + 0 more
How did it go? Smoothly, Dave was very communicative through the process and made me feel confident that it would be done right.
Description of Work: Dave had to open up the tile wall to remove and install a mixing valve for the shower. He explained what he was going to do and made sure I understood what was done when he finished.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ted P.
08/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Good quality service. It took them about 8 hours. Communication was fine, no problem at all. They perfectly cleaned up after themselves. They communicate well, they have a decent price. The workmanship is good, the quality of work is good. The technicians are fine. As for improvement, cheaper price.
Description of Work: Installed Air conditioner.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Jonathan L.
08/2017
5.0
generator service
  + -1 more
They had at least 4 or 5 men working on it. They were prompt. They were working. They cleaned up after themselves. They were very good. I checked with a friend of mine and their prices was in the ball park with others. They were there on time when they told me they would be. I have been using them through the years.
Description of Work: They put in a new house generator for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Jacqueline S.
08/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Everything has always been fine, and I am always pleased with the experience.
Description of Work: They come once year to check the HVAC systems. I also got my furnace from them.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Karen E.
06/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Work was completed in a timely fashion.
Description of Work: They snaked a cellar drain at our rental property. The office was very easy to work with.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Dennis & Janice P.
06/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We've used them multiple times and they do a great job.
Description of Work: They checked out the air conditioner and did an annual tune up on it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

John H.
05/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It took about six hours for the furnace to be installed and two people came out to complete the work.
Description of Work: They installed my furnace.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Roy R.
04/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It was good. They were moderately priced. Not the most expensive but they were affordable.
Description of Work: They put in a hot water tank.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

JEFF B.
03/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They were good, hard to tell on a service visit. They showed up on time. I called them, everything went as planed. I have no idea rather they cleaned it out right but I assume they did. I would say things went well. The technicians are fine.
Description of Work: They came out and did routine service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Scott B.
03/2017
5.0
wells, generator service
  + 0 more
It went well. There were some issues with the plumbing of the sump pump and they had to come out and redo the PVC upon inspection. I thought their pricing on the generator and sump pump were good, but the accessories were a bit high. So this is why I gave the Pricing and Quality a "B". Overall Zenner and Ritter are Excellent as we have used them for follow up check ups on our HVAC and Generator.
Description of Work: Generator and Emergency Sump Pump installation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Robert S.
03/2017
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I had a bad, lying salesman. They have informed me that he is no longer with them. He went against what I wanted. They installed smaller unit then what they took out. The old one was two and half ton and replaced it with a ton unit. Said I could use the existing furnace and that was wrong. So that had to be removed. What they did to rectify it was they installed a ductless one. They tired to convince me that the unit size was right. They came up with all kinds of excuses. If the guy would have just put in what I wanted. I just don't think he knows what he was talking about. I have worked with the owner.
Description of Work: They installed a new unit.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Response from Zenner & Ritter Home Services
Mr. [Member Name Removed], Thank you for submitting the review. I remember our discussion and visit to your home well. We haven't heard from you or maintained the equipment in the last four years...hopefully all is well at your end! Back in 2012 we were not able to evaluate the effectiveness of the previous system as it was a 28 year old that was complete failed. Some of the physical limitations in your second floor residence were adapting to the existing duct system (CFM limitations and inability to access ductwork that traveled above the ceiling and directly below the roof) as well as the physical space for the equipment. In measuring air temperature at the indoor unit and then at the supply register in the front part of the home it would warm almost 16 degrees before reaching the register (an indication of poor insulation / gaining heat traveling through the unconditioned space. The cubby style mechanical space, nor the ductwork, was cable of supporting a larger system (modern evaporator coils are physically larger in size and the CFM airflow requirements through the existing ductwork is limitation). Accordingly, higher capacity equipment could not be installed as it wouldn't physically fit and the limitations on airflow would cause the coil to freeze. Thank you very much for working with us through the process and achieving a resolution that met all of your needs and expectations. Be well! -Brian

Robert K.
02/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It was a timely response and a very candid service call. Very much appreciated.
Description of Work: Checked an installed furnace

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90

Bonnie S.
12/2016
5.0
generator service
  + -1 more
Greg did a generator tune-up. He was very polite, very professional.
Description of Work: Generator maintenance

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Gary R.
12/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They put in our furnace and we just went back to them. They were good. Their quality was good, everything worked. They were here when they said they would be. They were on time. Their professionalism was good. The guy did a good job of explaining. He went through what he did an explained it.
Description of Work: The last time we used Zenner & Ritter for heating and air conditioning service. They were last here to do a furnace upgrade and to check out the dehumidifier.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Barbara T.
11/2016
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
Every thing went very well. I now have hot water & the leak is gone. I'm very well pleased!!
Description of Work: 1.) New hot water heater. 2.) Leaking kitchen facet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$108,497

David O.
11/2016
5.0
generator service
  + -1 more
I think he did a great job! He showed up when he was supposed to, he did what he was supposed to and he didn’t charge us anymore than what we were supposed to be charged. So, I think it went well! I remember not being shocked by anything. They did a good job!
Description of Work: I think they changed the oil and tuned up are generator.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Mary G.
11/2016
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
See above. Also, the company failed to scheedule my original appointment properly and then blamed it a computer change. Whe I said I would find someone else they found someone to send out . After my problem with the humidifier i had to make another appointment. I changed it because of a family emergency and was assured they would come the following day. On the original appointment I got a call as I was leaving the house that someone was on their out. They had no record of the changed appointment. Needless to say I will not use them again. Phil S the second technician is excellent at his work and deserves special praise for his professionalism
Description of Work: Furnace tune up. Had to recall because tech did not check humidifier or thermostat. The second tech did a thorough job and was very helpful in explaining the issue. He said I need a new control panel. Zenner & Ritter charged 110.0. For original visit. Additional charge for second visit and then wanted 200.00 to install a contro panel that costs about 25.00. I think the profit is exceessive

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$300

Contact information

3404 Bailey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215

http://www.zennerandritter.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
Yes
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Heating and Air Conditioning,
Generator,
Water Heaters,
Electrical,
Plumbing,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Energy Efficiency Auditing,
Appliance Repair,
Insulation,
Pool and Spa Service,
Natural Gas Lines,
Wells and Pumps

FAQ

Zenner & Ritter Home Services is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Zenner & Ritter Home Services accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Zenner & Ritter Home Services offers free project estimates.
Yes, Zenner & Ritter Home Services offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Zenner & Ritter Home Services does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Zenner & Ritter Home Services offers emergency services.
No, Zenner & Ritter Home Services does not offer warranties.
Zenner & Ritter Home Services offers the following services: Energy audits blower door, infared, duct blaster, heating systems, boilers, forced air, green systems solar, geothermal, radon testing, insulation, water treatment, air conditioning ducted, unico, packaged, indoor air duct cleaning, filtration, plumbing, water heaters, tank less, sewer clean outs, sinks, faucets, toilets, water treatment, generator systems, automatic standby power, portable, fireplaces & insulation.
Roofing, siding. for the services we do not provide, references are available to other contracting firms we experienced to provide good service to our clients.

Contact information

3404 Bailey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215

http://www.zennerandritter.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day