He price matched a different unit, which saved us money. We are always pleased with our interactions with them. They always come out when we need them and are easy with their schedule.
Description of Work: We have used them for at least 15 years. They came for the winter tune up, and then 2 months later the furnace finally broke, through no fault of theirs. We went through them for a new furnace.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Joseph K.
06/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
We were comfortable with Tom Uttke from the get go. We felt he was honest and fair. The price was very good compared to other estimates and the 10 year parts and labor warranty cost was a great value. The staff was very kind and courteous. It was a pleasure to have them working in the home. We had the system installed the Friday before Easter. Over the weekend the system had a communication issue with the thermostat, causing the system to fail. With the weather still quite cold, having heat was necessary. Tom and another staff member came to our home Easter morning to resolve the issue. Outstanding!
Description of Work: Replaced furnace, AC and thermostat.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000
Lauren S.
12/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, air duct cleaning
+ 0 more
It went well. Tom's attention to detail was noticeable and much appreciated. For example, he installed foam insulation on two existing cold air returns that were located on exterior walls and installed a curved metal plate around an outlet that had been installed inside an upper unit cold air return to prevent air from the upper unit from circulating into the lower unit. He came up with a creative solution to get a supply duct to my upper unit bathroom. He was professional and efficient. He said it would take two days and it took two days. He followed all of my instructions and the price was exactly what he quoted. His quote was better than market. To top it all off, he left the place cleaner than he found it.
Description of Work: Tom did the duct work for my duplex. I needed a few new supplies and many cold air returns for the upper unit. For my lower unit, he added several supplies and cold air returns. He worked with my original cast iron grates that required different size registers. He also repaired some of the plumbing damage caused by a careless former carpenter.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500
John V.
06/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They are really good and I like them. The coupon was already prepaid by somebody else so the honored that. They were good. They were on time, neat and no hassles.
Description of Work: I used the coupon of Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling. They tuned up the furnace.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
John V.
06/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They are really good and I like them. The coupon was already prepaid by somebody else so the honored that. They were good. They were on time, neat and no hassles.
Description of Work: I used the coupon of Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling. They tuned up the furnace.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Kileen M.
05/2014
2.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I scheduled an appointment with this company based on Angie's List reviews and the fact that they are a local, family-owned company. The appt. was for a specific issue with one of the two furnaces (we live in a duplex)--that seemed to resolve itself before the appt. date. So, I cancelled that one, and upon their recommendation--and it seemed appropriate--I rescheduled a "check-up" appt. for both furnaces. I was told to mention the original problem to the technician when he arrived, which I did. After about 40 minutes, I was called to the basement. He explained: he couldn't find anything wrong with the one furnace; and that while he "check-up"ing the other one, he loosened a ceramic piece involved with the ignition. He then went on to tell me how that piece isn't something he carries on his truck--and that if I experience any issues (during the upcoming winter months) with the furnace not turning on--that I would most likely have to special order that piece at a cost of $90.00 or so--but he wasn't exactly sure.... He then told me that he didn't have either furnace filter on his truck--which was listed as part of the "check-up" itinerary. But if I wanted him to replace them--he could--he just wasn't sure if I would be charged a service fee to do so. In the following months: the original issue with the one furnace has still not resurfaced. But the very issue he seemed to put into motion? Has indeed been worrisome. While the furnace never failed to ignite--it does experience quite a struggle to do so....
Description of Work: Not much!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$210
Norah Z.
06/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
It went great! Uttke is my first choice when I require HVAC work! They respond quickly, explain what they're doing and work efficiently.
Description of Work: A/C breaker tripped. He tripped it back and then tested everything to make sure my unit was working properly. He also gave me a ball-park figure on replacing the unit in the future.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$116
Risha C.
05/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Tom Uttke gave us an estimate for two different systems and we chose the one we felt best suited our needs. The work was done in the quoted amount of time for the quoted price. The work was excellent and we are very happy with the result and the company. There was an issue with draining for the system and the adjustment was performed quickly after we called about the problem. We felt we had exceptional communication and service from them and have already contacted them about our boiler for repairs as well.
Description of Work: We had central air and ductwork installed in our house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Amy A.
01/2013
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They did a good job 4 years ago when they replaced a bearing. The most recent time they came in to do the repair work, they didn't do a good job. They came in twice to see if they can fix it but, they couldn't. But, they cleaned the furnace the second time they came. So, we had to call in somebody else who tried really hard to fix the problem.
Description of Work: I have used Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling company for heating and air conditioning services. They installed our furnace in our house 15 years ago. And about 4 years ago they replaced a bearing in the furnace. Recently, there was water clogging in the drain pipe and they came in to repair that.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0
$99
Keith C.
08/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
My 20 year old furnace and air conditioner gave out this year. After getting several estimates from five different companies I called Uttke & Son's. Tom, the owner, came out and provided me an estimate. His estimate was higher than the other contractors but that was due to the size of the unit being recommended. Tom recommended a top-of-the-line unit with an outstanding warranty package and a lesser unit with a good warranty, but not as good as the top-of-the-line. After comparing all of the estimates I could clearly see that the Trane unit that Uttke & Son's was recommending was the best system for the money being spent. I also have had bad experiences in the past by using the cheapest contractor in order to save a buck. In the long run I was disappointed. So this time I ignored the cost and chose the company that I felt would do the best job. I chose Uttke & Son's. They came on the day we agreed on at the time we agreed to and stayed until the job was finished. Tom stopped by to check on the workers installing the unit to ensure the work was being done properly and that I was satisfied with the work that was being done. I am totally satisfied with the work and Uttke & Son's
Description of Work: They installed a new furnace and air conditioning unit after removing the old. Some electrical work had to be done to clean up the circuit breaker box due to other electrical work done in the past.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000
Christopher M.
07/2012
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I liked that they were available. They charged me for the cleaning but they didn't necessarily let me know that they were going to charge me, which I didn't like. I didn't really have a good baseline for the price. I was pleased with the quality of the service. They were very punctual. I might use them again.
Description of Work: I used Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling for a new capacitor for the air conditioner and they cleaned it.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Steven B.
06/2012
5.0
appliance repair, heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ 0 more
I was satisfied with their service...I would use them again.
Description of Work: I last used Rudy Uttke & Sons to repair my furnace that wasn't working.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
JOHN F.
01/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Workers came on schedule, brought in new furnace, worked until it was installed, tested and explained the new thermostat,cleaned up everything after he was finished. Noticed the next day that there was some water on the floor, Workman came back the same day as my call to them and replaced an older pipe that was leaking condensation. No problems at all since then
Description of Work: Removed old furnace. Installed 3 stage high efficiency furnace.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
Jennifer S.
01/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
It went great. They were efficient and very friendly from start to finish. Only small delay was waiting for the electrician who got hung up at another job.
Description of Work: Oil tank and old furnace removal and installed new. Wonderful work. Quick, friendly and didn't try to sell more than what was needed. Great, friendly, family business! Thank you!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Ellen J.
07/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
when they came I told them what the problem was, A/C & fan run but no cool air is blowing out. I thought it was the blower. He opened the unit & found that there was a leak from some hoses rubbing together. he sottered the hole & added coolant & the cool air began to flow.
Description of Work: fixed leak in metering device & added coolant
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Jodi Z.
06/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Company responded quickly to my request for an estimate. Tom Uttke showed up on time and explained my options. Their estimate was very competitive and they were willing to work with my work schedule when setting up the installation date. Installers showed up on time, worked quickly and cleaned up after themselves. The electrician had to do a little creative installation of the electrical outlet box since the A/C unit lines had to be run from under/through a porch. Once finished the installers gave me pointers on how to best use the central air and Aprilaire units.
Description of Work: Installed Bryant Hi-efficiency 13 SEER central air conditioner, condensation pump and Aprilaire humidifier with auto trac.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,889
Steve B.
03/2011
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Quick response and identification of problem. The recommended a valve replacement as well, which we chose not to pursue.
Description of Work: Called the night before because our heat was out. Uttke came out first thing in the morning and replaced a faulty switch.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Sally J.
02/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They were super personable. They did everything and they were the best. Their service, professionalism, and clean-up all stood out. We were just totally pleased with them. Their follow-through is wonderful. The dad came out to check everything. They just took care of everything. Their price was better than the other four estimates, and they actually put in a larger furnace for us. Someone else who was going to put in the same furnace but smaller was more expensive. We got a big killer air filter/cleaner on it, and they just accomodated everything and set us up for when we need a new air conditioner. The electrician came on time, and the guys who were here worked perfectly and cleaned up everything.
Description of Work: We used Uttke to install a new top of the line furnace.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000
AARON R.
08/2010
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I didn't go with them. The issue was price and they were way off. I got several estimates and he was timely.
Description of Work: I got an estimate from Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling to replace a furnace and a/c.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Brian V.
05/2010
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I was extremely satisfied with all aspects of the work. Tom Uttke worked closely with me and the crew to ensure all work was done as expected. He was the most thorough in providing me with pricing and quote information, and gave several options for consideration. He was honest in his assessment of heat pump technology, saving me several thousand dollars of additional cost. The crew was very careful with cleanup when cutting through plaster/lath in living spaces to make duct runs. An installer even returned a week after the work was completed to install additional insulation on ductwork due to recent changes in code - when they could have just left it and I never would have known the difference! To top it all off, they were the most affordable of 3 estimates, beating another installer by approximately $100, and a third by over $2k - for the same work or more.
Description of Work: Installed central AC in 120 year old Bay View home with radiant heat. Placed air handler and ducts in attic, condenser and fan in yard, ran power to units, ran 8" ducts from attic through 2nd floor closets into 1st floor. Worked closely with me on custom configuring air handler with more efficient motor that also qualified for energy tax credit, and prepared all tax credit paperwork.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,700
ARLEEN P.
12/2009
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They were very professional, polite, cleaned up well, and explained everything. Overall, the service went well.
Description of Work: They put in a new furnace and air conditioner in our home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
JACKIE V.
10/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They were very professional and did complete diagnostic tests on my system before determining what needed to be fixed. I was concerned that I was going to have to replace my furnace, but he was able to fix the motor and get it working without a major expense. Everything was done in the course of a few hours. I will use them for any heating and AC needs in the future.
Description of Work: Uttke came in to fix the motor on my furnace as it was not functional.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
WILLIAM J.
02/2007
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
The day after the repair the house was again 60 degrees at 6 AM. No ignition. At 08:30 I call Uttke's and explain the situation. I am told they are very busy today but they will try to fit me in. I meet a new repairman at the house at 1 pm. He has great difficulty getting the furnace to ignite. He removes the $222 part and replaces it with a less expensive one. He dismantles the spark mechanism and puts on a maintenance kit. He spends 75 minutes repairing the furnace. He talks to Mr. Uttke, who tells him that he must charge $100 for additional labor and $47 for the maintenance kit. No mention is made of the igniter for which I have now received the less expensive version without mention of a potential refund. I refused to pay.
Description of Work: Furnace does not work, no ignition of gas. Workman comes out and repairs furnace in 10 minutes. He never spoke his name, but was very fast. After he installs new igniter he says, I suppose I should have told you the part cost $222. Total cost $309 work is guaranteed for 30 days. Less than 30 hours later the furnace was again malfunctioning.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$309
Response from Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling
HIS 50 YEAR OLD BOILER NEEDED AN IGNITION CONTROL. BECAUSE PARTS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE, WE USED A UNIVERSAL CONTROL. UNFORTUNATELY FOR HIM, CONTROL DID NOT WORK. WE RETURNED THE NEXT DAY TO REPLACE IT WITH A DIFFERENT CONTROL, WHICH HAS WORKED SINCE. AFTER THE SECOND REPAIR WAS MADE AND THE BOILER WAS WORKING, HE CALLED THE OFFICE WITH HIS COMPLAINT. HE INDICATED HE HAD FOUND THE PART ON THE INTERNET FOR MUCH CHEAPER THAN WHAT WE HAD CHARGED HIM, (KEEP IN MIND THE COST OF THE INTERNET PART DID NOT INCLUDE THE LABOR OR WARRANTY). WE OFFERED TO TAKE THE PART OFF AND REFUND HIM THE PART COST AND WOULD THEN RETURN TO INSTALL THE PART THE CUSTOMER ORDERED, HE THEN RESPONDED, "DON’T BE RIDICULOUS, IT’S COLD OUT." OCCASIONALLY WE ARE FACED WITH A DIFFICULT REPAIR. BOTH TECHNICIAN’S DISPATCHED TO HIS HOME ARE NATE CERTIFIED (NORTH AMERICAN TECHNICIAN EXCELLENCE) THEY ARE EXCELLENT REPAIRMEN AND VERY PROFESSIONAL. WHEN WE ENDED OUR TELEPHONE CONVERSATION, WE DETERMINED THAT THERE WOULD NOT BE AN ADDITIONAL COST TO HIM FOR THE RETURN VISIT. I WAS CONVINCED AFTER HE INDICATED TO ME THAT HE WAS 100% SATISFIED, THAT THIS ISSUE WAS HANDLED PROPERLY. WE FELT COMFORTABLE THAT THIS ISSUE WAS HANDLED PROPERLY AND THAT WE WERE ADDING HIM TO OUR LONG LIST OF MANY SATISFIED CUSTOMERS. TOM UTTKE
02/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
The man who put in our new furnace was so nice. He made sure I knew exactly what he was doing and why he was doing it. He had the furnace ready for us to use just three hours after he showed up. The furnace works great also.
Description of Work: They took out our old furnace and put in a new one for our 2600 square foot home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500
MARK K.
02/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
The installation was fine. I would just that I was completely satisfied. They were friendly and hardworking. They are fair in their pricing. I have recommended them to a neighbor.
Description of Work: They installed a new heat pump for our central air system and removed the old one. This unit serves about 1500 square-feet of our home.
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Service Categories
Heating and Air Conditioning,
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FAQ
Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling offers warranties.
Rudy Uttke & Sons Heating & Cooling offers the following services: Sales heating and air conditioning, indoor air quality products, duct cleaning, home diagnostics, carbon monoxide & co testing.