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Alexander Services

HVAC contractor · Holly Springs, NC · reviewed since 2012

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%84+45.8Reliability 24%75+18.2Value 14%85+12Replies to reviews 7%93+6.6Craft & service penalty80−2Experts Score= 81Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.81SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#29 of 30 water softener repairPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 3%
4.8 ★★★★★ 950 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.87★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
77%reviews answered by the owner
$292typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Alexander Services at a glance

Customers frequently praise Alexander Services for punctual arrivals, clear communication, and professional handling of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical repairs. The company holds a 4.8 rating from 950 reviews, with the owner responding to 77 percent of them. However, lower-rated feedback highlights recurring issues with unexpected billing, such as trip charges for estimates or diagnostic fees that exceed quoted costs, alongside complaints about unresolved technical problems.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 950 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 950 Google reviews (727 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 77% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 26, 2026.
  • Service: Water Softener serving Holly Springs, North Carolina.

Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.

Score profile vs other water softener repair

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction84Reliability75Craft & service80Value85Momentum100Replies to reviews93Satisfaction: 84 (median 95)Reliability: 75 (median 92)Craft & service: 80 (median 99)Value: 85 (median 98)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 93 (median 99)
Alexander ServicesWater Softener Repair median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Alexander Services: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
84
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Alexander Services: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.B
75
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Alexander Services: 80/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
80
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Alexander Services: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
85
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Alexander Services: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Alexander Services: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
93

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Star ratings

950 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars88193%
  • 4 stars172%
  • 3 stars71%
  • 2 stars91%
  • 1 star364%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 727 written reviews

  • Praise1,57996%
  • Complaints624%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1721%
  • Reasonable5770%
  • Overpriced45%
  • Not sure45%
$292-34% vs typical water softener repair

Middle half of what 55 customers paid ($104–$858) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude41926%
  • Speed & response36922%
  • Quality & results27917%
  • Price & value17110%
  • Communication16710%
  • Would recommend15810%
  • Honesty & trust785%

What customers talk about

We read 727 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “He's knowledgeable and has experience of the institution regarding plumbing.”
    “They’re extremely disorganized and unprofessional in my experience.”
  • “From the initial estimate to the installation of our new HVAC unit, everything was handled professionally and efficiently.”
  • “The entire process was smooth, and the quality of service exceeded our expectations.”
    “Worst service ever seen, their service prices are too high $292 per lb refrigerant for temp fix is insane.”
  • “Used Alexander for an issue with my HVAC and they resolved it with fair pricing and honest feedback about the system my builder installed.”
    “…e trap of diagnostics refund $98, since their prices are so high not worth it and also the same day service they initially schedule as last appointmen…”
  • “The even took the initiative to communicate and responed.”
    “…video recording of the sputtering, which was acknowledged but never followed up on.…”
  • “We highly recommend them to anyone needing HVAC service or a new system installed.”
    “…s unresolved, and the series of significant errors makes me unable to recommend them for anything beyond simple maintenance.…”
  • “We're so glad to have found this company (honest, dependable, service done the right the first time).”

People customers mention

  • Heating 68 reviews
  • Conditioning 26 reviews
  • Air 23 reviews
  • John 19 reviews
  • Jordan 15 reviews
  • Frank 14 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Alexander Services for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Terry9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Exceptional, friendly, professional service from Gerald who fixed a sewer line drainage problem.

Paid $400–600Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairOutdoor plumbing system repairSewer repair
Jen2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

prompt and friendly. found the issue and resolved it quickly. Previous tech from AC repair forgot to turn gas back on after replacing coil this summer.

Paid $1–200Heating system repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Scott5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

I couldn't be more pleased with any service provider. They were available every step of the way. The even took the initiative to communicate and responed. I highly recommend Alexander HVAC for all your needs. A job well done!!!!!!

Paid $1–100Great priceA/C system maintenanceWater heater repair+ Quality
KevinLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Jordan is always professional, courteous and efficient! We are very glad he is our technician!

Paid $200–400Reasonable price
martyreese6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Very professional, knowledgeable and respectful of our home while doing a difficult repair.

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceInstallationHVAC system maintenance+ Quality
KristineLocal Guide · 84 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Naturally, the A/C stopped working the day we hit 90 degrees. The tech came out same day & diagnosed & repaired it in @ 45 min; <$300 AMAZING! I will continue to use Alexander. They have always done right by me.

Paid $200–300Great priceHVAC system repair

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 950 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Jackie Ryan4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jackie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Technician was very polite. Service was very well preformed. Look forward to working with Alexander Services in the future

Wil Darcus6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Wil has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Gerald is AWESOME! He's knowledgeable and has experience of the institution regarding plumbing. He fixed the water leak in my yard and provides excellent customer service! Alexander Services is a great company and I always call them with my plumbing needs! Again, many thanks, to Gerald!

Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Love your review Wil! thank you. Don’t forget we do Heating, Air and Duct Cleaning.

Shannon Robinson12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shannon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We couldn’t be happier with our experience! From the initial estimate to the installation of our new HVAC unit, everything was handled professionally and efficiently. The technicians were knowledgeable, courteous, respectful, and took the time to answer our questions and make sure everything was done right. The entire process was smooth, and the quality of service exceeded our expectations. It’s not always easy to find a company that delivers this level of customer service, but these guys absolutely did! We are 100% satisfied with the technicians, the installation, and the overall experience. We highly recommend them to anyone needing HVAC service or a new system installed. Excellent service all around!

KilkerJ8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews KilkerJ has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Continued great service! Had my winter inspection completed, Adam did a fantastic job. Arrived right on time, was extremely professional and did excellent work!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Positive: Responsiveness, Punctuality, Professionalism
  • Services: A/C system maintenance, Heating system maintenance
Terry Wray9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Terry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Exceptional, friendly, professional service from Gerald who fixed a sewer line drainage problem.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–600
  • Services: Plumbing pipe repair, Outdoor plumbing system repair, Sewer repair
Response from the owner · 6 days ago

So glad Gerald helped get your drain fixed. Thank you for trusting Alexander Services.

Jen Stevens2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

prompt and friendly. found the issue and resolved it quickly. Previous tech from AC repair forgot to turn gas back on after replacing coil this summer.

  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Heating system repair
  • Positive: Responsiveness, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Response from the owner · 6 years ago

Thank you for the five-star review. We always appreciate your support.

Scott Brouthers5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Scott has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I couldn't be more pleased with any service provider. They were available every step of the way. The even took the initiative to communicate and responed. I highly recommend Alexander HVAC for all your needs. A job well done!!!!!!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–100
  • Positive: Quality
  • Services: Service not listed
  • Services: A/C system maintenance, Water heater repair
Response from the owner · 6 years ago

Thank you Scott for the wonderful review. We are so happy that you were happy ;)

Luis Nieto14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Luis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent dervice. Shedrick, the Technician who performed the work, is very proffesional, knowledgeable, and respectful. Highly recommend his services.

  • Services: HVAC system repair
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad Shedrick provided excellent service and that you appreciated his professionalism, knowledge, and respect. We’ll be happy to share your feedback with him. Thank you for recommending Alexander Services!

Kevin FiggLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jordan is always professional, courteous and efficient! We are very glad he is our technician!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200–400
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you’ve had such great experiences with Jordan. We’ll be sure to share your compliments with him. We appreciate you choosing Alexander Services!

Bela NemethLocal Guide · 39 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bela has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Have used them for years, always great service great results.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you Bela for sharing your experience with us. We appriciate you!

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