Roland J Down Service Experts

Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Water Heaters,

About us

Roland J Down Service Experts Heating and Air Conditioning was established with the understanding of providing customers with the most excellent heating and cooling practices in the industry.

Business highlights

73 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Air conditioning, indoor air quality, duct cleaning, attic insulation, green solutions & water heaters.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
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MasterCard
Visa

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.5321 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
71%
4
13%
3
5%
2
3%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.2
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.7

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Showing 51-75 of 321 reviews

John E.
01/2016
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The price was a bit steep, but they did a good job overall.
Description of Work: They repaired a gas furnace at my rental property.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for this review! We appreciate your business!

Tim C.
11/2015
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing, water heater repair
  + 1 more
Although "Free Estimates" are advertised, I was told that there is a "$99 service charge" for an estimate (it would be removed from my bill if I purchased the hot water heater). Roland J. Down, less than truthful!
Description of Work: I requested an appointment for an estimate for a hot water heater replacement. I was told there is a "$99 service charge".

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
responsiveness
1.0

$99

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
We are committed to 100% satisfaction so every customer is very important to us. Unfortunately, with all companies, there will be times when a customer may feel they have been let down. If that happens with us, we certainly want to hear from you. To better address your concerns, please contact our Customer Relations Specialist, directly by email at customercare@ServiceExperts.com or give a call at 855-301-2206. Hopefully we will hear from you soon so that we can promptly understand your issue and address the issue!

Cathy G.
10/2015
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
RUN the other way!!! I did not attend a meeting at work today so that I could be here during the window of time that I was given for my maintenance call. I phoned them at the beginning of the window when I was told that they were running late, and then again after the window of time had passed and was told that they were tied-up with problem calls. It was in the 60's today and will not go below freezing tonight so no emergencies, they just overbooked! This is not the first time that this situation has occurred. This used to be a wonderful company until D A Bennett took over!
Description of Work: Scheduled for Maintenance today. They were a no show after I missed a meeting at work to be here as scheduled.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Scheduling is one of the most difficult tasks any service company has to do. Since every customer deserves our best efforts to complete their job well, it sometimes requires more time than anticipated. Unfortunately, this means that occasionally we are late or have to reschedule, but we always try to give as much notice as possible. There's always room for improvement so we want to know more about your experience. Please email our Customer Relations Specialist at customercare@ServiceExperts.com or give a call at 855-301-2206. We would really appreciate any feedback you can offer.

John M.
10/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Justin arrived at 8:00pm on Saturday evening and found evidence of further water contamination of the fuel oil. This is the second time a service call was needed, but the problem was in the fuel tank, not the furnace. Justin removed water from the oil line and ran the furnace to confirm proper combustion. Due to below freezing temperatures the furnace has run reliably for 72 hours since the service call. We are grateful for Justin's professional ability, good attitude and valuable help.
Description of Work: Technician noted water contamination of the fuel oil supply. He removed water; re started oil furnace, and improved operating reliability.

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
$120

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are happy to hear of your satisfaction with the work that was provided and we appreciate your business!

Nicole L.
10/2015
5.0
air duct cleaning, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
Fantastic service. Jason was very helpful with options for solutions to replace our furnace and fix the ductwork in part of the house. The installers (Justin, Jack, Frank, and Chris) were very professional and overall excellent. They were very respectful to our home, cleaned up after the install, and did a great job. Justin was especially great tweaking the solution to make sure it was the correct way to fix the ductwork needed in part of the home. He also was very informative and went through everything in detail. I am very happy with the service they provided!
Description of Work: Installed new furnace and corrected ductwork to part of the home.

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
$6,000

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this outstanding review. It's great to know how happy your are with the work we provided. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. We sincerely appreciate your post.

KRISTIN S.
09/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Ed Brown was excellent, fast, efficient and friendly. I will ask for him every time.
Description of Work: Ed Brown serviced the furnace to prepare it for 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
$181.44

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We appreciate your business!

Cesar L.
09/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Tech was on time and performed his duties fast and efficient. I have been with this company for almost 4 years; they installed my boiler some years ago and continue to maintain it for us at resonable cost. Scheduling is easy and tech know what they are doing. Sales reps are also know their stuff. Would recommend them.
Description of Work: Yearly Boiler Maintance

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

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this outstanding review. It's great to know how happy your are with the work we provided. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. We sincerely appreciate your post.

John M.
09/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Besides details above, we appreciate the fine service from Greg and the Roland J. Downs Company, which will help us seniors rest easier as winter approaches.
Description of Work: Annual Oil Furnace Servicing, except initially there was some water in the fuel oil tank which adversely affected furnace operation. So, the technician, Greg, persisted to bypass oil to a gallon container until the oil appeared to be clean enough to run the furnace. Then, as the furnace seemed to operate normally, Greg let it run until he was satisfied with it. Greg had also installed a pleated air filter as part of the 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
$300

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this outstanding review. It's great to know how happy your are with the work we provided. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. We sincerely appreciate your post.

Donna Jane E.
09/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
My furnace kept going out and I needed to push the reset button. The furnace had just had a yearly maintenance. Roland J Down's Service Manager came out himself, even though they they had to come out an additional two times. as the problem was intermittent and difficult to diagnose, there wasn't any service charge. The Service Manager sent me a detailed report of my furnace repairs and Heating Performance Maintenance Schedule. I feel I am more informed about the work done on my furnace. I certainly have more confidence in this company. I have been a customer of Roland J down for over 30 Years and was becoming extremely dissatisfied in the recent years. I believe this company has taken great strides in improving their services and customer relations.
Description of Work: Repair Oil Furnace/ Domestic Hot water.

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
$156

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are happy to hear of your satisfaction with the work that was provided and we appreciate your business!

Elizabeth B.
09/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Ed Brown provided excellent service and was very knowledgable. He clearly loves what he does and explains what he is doing in an easily understandable way. I will definitely be renewing my service contract next year and will be sure to ask for Ed.
Description of Work: Maintenance to furnace and A/C unit.

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
$139

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We appreciate your business!

ruth K.
09/2015
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing
  + 0 more
The plumber responding to the call was very nice but a bit chatty if you are paying by the hour. The cost of replacing an outside faucet - which took about 45 minutes - was excessive. Over $400. I thought the $99 "roll up fee" was a minimum payment but it was an ADD ON. In all, good work, way too expensive
Description of Work: replaced outdoor faucet

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$427

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
We understand that unexpected expenses, such as most HVAC repairs, can be extremely frustrating. However, we firmly believe our prices are competitive, demonstrate value, especially when taking into account the dependable, timely and expert workmanship we provide. We do want to understand more about your concerns, so please contact our Customer Relations Specialist by email at customercare@ServiceExperts.com and allow us the opportunity to understand fully the issue to help resolve your concerns.

Cindy N.
06/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We have always received good service from RJ Down.
Description of Work: Provided maintenance on A/C unit, under contract. We have both a furnace and A/C from RJ Down, and have been doing business with them for at least ten years. Very pleased. We have a yearly renewed maintenance contract that includes servicing and maintenance of both units.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this outstanding review. It's great to know how happy your are with the work we provided. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. We sincerely appreciate your post.

Lance S.
06/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
RJD installed a brand new A/C unit in our home. We knew the job would not be cheap, and we got several estimates. Kyle Haggerty assessed our home and was very personable and friendly. He explained the different types of air handlers and units. He wasn't pushy and quoted us a fair price. The installation went smoothly and the A/C unit works great!
Description of Work: Installed a new A/C in our home

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

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are happy to hear of your satisfaction with Roland J Downs Service Experts and we appreciate your business!

Barb F.
12/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Technician was on time and professional, very easy to work with. My only complaint is the $99 service call fee on top of the work, but that's a company Issue, not the technician.
Description of Work: Tuneup on Oil Burning Furnace

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
$240

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We appreciate your business!

Ellen R.
12/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Very good service, fast estimate in writing, excellent sales person. Just a lot higher than the other bids, and it was the same make and model furnace. The price above is the price of the LOW bid, not theirs. Their bid was $3000. Computer demanded a number.
Description of Work: I've used these folks for years with great success, but their bid on a new furnace was $500 more than another company, so I didn't use them. Very happy with them in general though and would have used them otherwise.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We appreciate your business!

Zheng H.
12/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
the service is prompt and professional. there's something special to report about the honesty of the service people from this company. initially there was doubt about another part that might also be faulty. so I said just go ahead to order the part. that next day a second technician came with the new part. but after testing, he believed there's no need for a new part. he recommended I keep the original part and charged me nothing. this is an exemplary good business practice. I will stick to the company for future need. highly recommended!
Description of Work: replaced a fauty ignition module on my Buderus boiler.

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

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this outstanding review. It's great to know how happy your are with the work we provided. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. We sincerely appreciate your post.

Gayle B.
09/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
One guy came to do this and it took about half an hour to 45 minutes. He left area very clean no problem. He also gave me good advice on filters and explained to me that if you go with the cheaper ones you just use more costing you more money.
Description of Work: Service on the 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

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are happy to hear of your satisfaction with Service Experts and appreciate your business!

Kay D.
08/2014
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We have used them a while. They have changed their name to Ronald J Downs. We have a contract, so you get so many visits for so much money. I think they are good, and they are honest.
Description of Work: D.A. Bennett Service Experts came a couple of months ago to do the air conditioner.

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

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are happy to hear of your satisfaction with Service Experts and appreciate your business!

Tamara D.
08/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They are very good. They offer a contract if you want a maintenance program. We chose not to take that but if I had done the research myself I would have probably looked further because it was very pricey. It was excellent work. I would use them again; I would compare.
Description of Work: They worked on the motor of our furnace.

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
$650

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We appreciate your business!

CHRISTIAN B.
07/2014
5.0
air duct cleaning, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
My wife and I recently purchased a new house and were concerned about the existing furnace. We called Service experts and had them come over to clean the furnace since it had appeared it had not been done in a while. The service tech they sent out was very professional and knowledgeable and provided us with good information in reference to the service plans they offer. We also had them clean and service the air conditioner which also had not been cleaned in a couple years. My wife and I were very happy with their service and would use this company again in the future !!
Description of Work: Furnace and Air conditioner cleaning

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
$250

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this outstanding review. It's great to know how happy your are with the work we provided. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. We sincerely appreciate your post.

BILL S.
07/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The representative checked out all the systems and advised of several options to correct certain deficiences that exist or may be a problem in the future. My wife and I were very impressed at how helpful and professional this representive took the time to explain everything to us. We were given a written estimate for proposed equipment or repairs . We are very grateful for the representative's visit and would highy reccomend that he be complimented by his superiors.
Description of Work: Representative came to aapraise my heating, air conditioning and water heater concerns as I just purchased a new residence.

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

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this outstanding review. It's great to know how happy your are with the work we provided. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. We sincerely appreciate your post.

michael O.
04/2014
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Not very pleased with the experience. I received an offer letter in the mail to perform a spring tune up of my AC system. Unknown to me, there was a leak in my system. Therefore, when they were done, they wouldn't honor the tune up price, and charged me more because it was a service call. Then, the quote to do the repair was more than double what it should have been (they quoted $750 for a line repair and refridgerant refill) Won't use this company again.
Description of Work: Service Call

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

$120

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
We appreciate your feedback and are committed to providing 100% satisfaction, 24/7. Please contact Patti, our Customer Relations Specialist, directly by email at Patricia.Gilmore@ServiceExperts.com or give her a call at 855-301-2206, so we can find out more about your concerns. You are important to us, so we look forward to your contact so we can happily and promptly correct your issue and make it right.

William S.
04/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
On time arrival, professional and efficient, explained what the problem was and what was necessary to fix it. He then cleaned the unit and reolaced the filters.
Description of Work: Repair to furnace and service.

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
$200

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are happy to hear of your satisfaction with Service Experts and appreciate your business!

Rita S.
03/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They charged $99 to come to the house, $35 to examine my furnace, and then there was a charge for the parts. $99 to come to the house was a killer. I have not tried other places but I think it is common because I had another company tell me that they would charge me $99 to come and look at my lawn mower because I could not pick it up and put it in my car to take it to them. The guy was wonderful; he spent a lot of time explaining things to me and showing me what was wrong and also listened to me talk about problems that I had with the furnace. He was here within the time that I was told; they gave me a two hour window.
Description of Work: I used Roland J. Down Service Experts to get my furnace fixed; it had shut down. I have used them for years.

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

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We appreciate your business!

Andrew B.
03/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It went great! On Saturday 10/19/2013 my wife was in the laundry, water heater, furnace room and noticed that this little box on the floor next to the furnace kept making a noise like it was constantly running and had a red light on it that was lit. This turned out to be the condenser which captures and pumps out all of the water that our 17 year old high efficiency furnace produces. I called Roland J Downs / Service Experts around 1 PM and told them what was happening and they said they would dispatch a technician as soon as possible. The technician showed up at about 2:30-2:45 PM. He diagnosed the problem, made the repair, and was gone by 3:09 PM. Fortunately, we have a service contract with them so there was no charge for what would have been at least a $100 bill. We have had a service contract with them since 2007 when we moved in since the furnace was approximately 10 years old at the time. We have always had good service and they do the best they can at keeping repair costs down when they can. I am very happy with their response time for regular maintenance / tune up visits and especially when our furnace or A/C unit stop working.
Description of Work: Repaired the float on the condenser because it was stuck.

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

Response from Roland J Down Service Experts
Thank you for taking the time to write this outstanding review. It's great to know how happy your are with the work we provided. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. We sincerely appreciate your post.

Contact information

13 Airport Rd, Scotia, NY 12302

https://www.rolandjdown.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

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*
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Service Categories

Heating and Air Conditioning,
Plumbing,
Water Heaters,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning,
Natural Gas Lines,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Wells and Pumps,
Insulation

FAQ

Roland J Down Service Experts is currently rated 4.5 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

Roland J Down Service Experts accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Roland J Down Service Experts offers free project estimates.
No, Roland J Down Service Experts does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Roland J Down Service Experts does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Roland J Down Service Experts offers emergency services.
Yes, Roland J Down Service Experts offers warranties.
Roland J Down Service Experts offers the following services: Air conditioning, indoor air quality, duct cleaning, attic insulation, green solutions & water heaters.

Contact information

13 Airport Rd, Scotia, NY 12302

https://www.rolandjdown.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