On August 20, 2020, Tipping Hat Plumbing, Heating & Electric was hired to replace my A/C and furnace. I am dissatisfied with this company for the following reasons:
1. Tipping Hat neglects all administrative functions.
A. I had to remind the salesman of his quoted price. He forgot that he offered a $1500 discount.
B. Tipping Hat applied for the wrong permit valuation amount.
C. On the date of installation, Tipping Hat provided me with an AHRI certificate that outlines the wrong evaporator coil serial number. Tipping Hat completed Xcel Energy's Rebate application on my behalf with the incorrect information. No explanation has been provided as to what equipment was originally outlined.
D. My invoice states that Equipment Make (3) is noted as Rheem equipment, but an ADP Evaporator Coil was installed.
2. Tipping Hat fails to fulfill its contractual obligations
A. Denver's Development Services website states, Before you begin construction, you need to be sure your project complies with the Denver Zoning Code. I asked Ken, before the installation, if a Zoning Permit was required for my job and Ken told me over email that, Denver would not allow us to pull a zoning permit for this heating and cooling application. Additionally, Erin Eastwood, reviewed my question and did confirm that my job does not require this permit. Erin informed the CPC City Inspector that she has...never had to pull a zoning permit for an A/C in all my years doing this. On September 10, 2020, I received a violation stating I violated the Denver Zoning Code of the City and County of Denver. On October 7, 2020, Tipping Hat started the process of pulling the zoning permit, as their contract states they will obtain on my behalf; however, did not consult with me about the relocation of the unit.
B. Tipping Hat's contract states, Installed by Licensed Tech. I have requested the licensure of the technicians and have not been provided with that information. The lead technician on my invoice is listed as Brad; however, Brad was not present during the installation.
C. The electrical work was subcontracted to Elsco. There was no discussion around subcontracted work and Elsco's contractor status is about to expire.
D. Tipping Hat's contract states, Some companies cut corners by not pulling a permit or by not replacing auxiliary parts with your installation, whatever the case may be it's important to know what you are getting. Not only did they cut corners with the administrative oversight, but they also substituted the Rheem equipment with an ADP Evaporator Coil without informing me.
E. Tipping Hat's contract states, If you disagree, if you do not like the products or systems, or feel it was installed poorly, we will make it right or if we can't agree we'll give you all your money back, no questions asked. I have expressed numerous times that the unit was installed poorly. Here's why:
1. I was told to replace my working furnace because it is not properly filtrated, needs to be rotated 180°, and to comply with HVAC best practices manufacturers should match. Not only does the configured filter cabinet not properly filter, but it is also in an inaccessible location and sharp sheet metal edges are exposed. Additionally, the unit occupies the same location and the manufacturers do not match. I requested to speak to the salesperson to discuss the discrepancies, and he is no longer employed with the company.
2. The installation has failed inspection due to, no combustion air, and flue increases lap going the wrong direction. Furnace/water heater must be vented correctly. No attempt has been made to correct.
3. I have been without heat since August 20, 2020. When I went to turn on my newly installed furnace during the snowstorm, it does not work due to the following error message, A045_F Inducer Lo Pressure Switch Won't Close. No attempt has been made to correct.
4. Martin, the unlicensed HVAC field manager, identified a gas leak on October 16, 2020, from the furnace, which has been leaking since the date of installation.