How the HVAC Quote Review Process Works
HVAC contractors rely on technical jargon and high-pressure sales tactics. We give you independent clarity, unbiased advice, and actionable leverage.
Step 1: Upload Your Estimate(s)
Snap a photo or upload a PDF of the proposal you received from your local heating & cooling contractor. We redact any sensitive payment details if requested.
Submit 1 quote for $199, or up to 3 competing contractor estimates for $299.
Step 2: Comprehensive 5-Pillar Audit
Our Master HVAC Advisor—with over 30 years in heating, ventilation, and mechanical engineering—personally conducts a line-by-line audit alongside our proprietary AI diagnostic models.
We evaluate equipment suitability, true regional wholesale costs, labor hour allocation, warranty clauses, and code compliance.
Step 3: Receive Your 1-10 Value Scorecard
You receive a clear, executive-level report scoring the quote from 1 to 10 on Overall Value, Equipment Quality, Pricing Fairness, Scope Completeness, and Installer Reputation.
Delivered within 24 hours directly to your secure homeowner portal.
Step 4: Arm Yourself with Direct Contractor Talking Points
Never go into negotiations blind. We give you word-for-word talking points and specific dollar targets to present back to the contractor before signing.
Average homeowner savings range between $1,800 and $4,200 on new system installations.
What You Can Expect
- Straightforward, unbiased feedback
- No obligation to use any particular contractor
- Focus on helping you understand the quote in front of you
- Delivery of the assessment after payment and submission of the quote
Pricing Summary
- Simple Quote Assessment: $199
- Review + Alternate Recommendations: $299
Both options are designed to give homeowners greater clarity and confidence before authorizing HVAC work.
What We Uncover Inside Your Quote
Most homeowners only look at the final total. Our 30-year advisor inspects what is hidden between the lines:
1. Equipment Sizing (Manual J)
Over half of all HVAC systems installed in the US are oversized, causing short cycles, high electric bills, and humidity failure.
2. Markup & Wholesale Disparity
We cross-reference the exact model numbers with current manufacturer distributor pricing to pinpoint artificial 200%+ accessory markups.
3. Omitted Critical Scope
Did they skip nitrogen purge brazing? Airflow duct testing? Permits? Electric panel checks? We call out dangerous exclusions.
4. Warranty Loopholes
Many 10-year manufacturer warranties are voided if not registered within 60 days, and contractor labor warranties often expire after 1 year.
5. IRA Tax Credits & Rebates
We verify if the quoted condenser and coil pairing meets the exact CEE Tier ratings required for up to $2,000 in federal 25C tax credits.
6. Realistic Negotiation Room
We give you a specific target price that keeps the contractor profitable while saving you thousands of dollars.
What We Uncover Inside Your Quote
Upload your quote today. Protect your home and wallet before making a $10,000 – $25,000 decision.