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Efficient Systems, Inc.

HVAC contractor · Indianapolis, IN · 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%83+45.3Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%98+13.9Replies to reviews 7%43+3Craft & service penalty59−4.1Experts Score= 80Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.80SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#34 of 44 security system installersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 23%
4.8 ★★★★★ 296 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.92★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%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.
31%reviews answered by the owner
$148typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Efficient Systems, Inc. at a glance

Customers frequently praise the company for punctual arrivals, clear communication of services, and professional conduct during HVAC maintenance, furnace repairs, and water heater installations. Many reviewers note that technicians explain work thoroughly without aggressive upselling, and pricing is often described as fair. However, low-star reviews highlight recurring issues with delayed estimates, unreturned calls, and instances where repairs failed to resolve underlying problems or electrical work resulted in property damage.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 296 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 296 Google reviews (219 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 31% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 28, 2026.
  • Service: Security System Installer serving Indianapolis, Indiana.

Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.

Score profile vs other security system installers

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 value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction83Reliability91Craft & service59Value98Momentum100Replies to reviews43Satisfaction: 83 (median 92)Reliability: 91 (median 92)Craft & service: 59 (median 98)Value: 98 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 43 (median 45)
Efficient Systems, Inc.Security System Installers 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.Efficient Systems, Inc.: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
83
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.Efficient Systems, Inc.: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
91
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.Efficient Systems, Inc.: 59/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.C
59
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.Efficient Systems, Inc.: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
98
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.Efficient Systems, Inc.: 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.Efficient Systems, Inc.: 43/100 on this factor. Category median: 45.C
43

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Star ratings

296 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars27493%
  • 4 stars124%
  • 3 stars21%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star72%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 219 written reviews

  • Praise51498%
  • Complaints132%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price215%
  • Reasonable1077%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure18%
$148+52% vs typical security system installers

Middle half of what 11 customers paid ($54–$298) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response13926%
  • Staff & attitude13225%
  • Quality & results9418%
  • Would recommend469%
  • Price & value459%
  • Communication438%
  • Honesty & trust285%

What customers talk about

We read 219 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I have used Efficient Systems for over 10 years for extensive work in my home.”
  • “He was knowledgeable about carbon monoxide sensors as well.”
  • “did a very thorough job checking out my furnace and everything inside of it.”
    “…uested that they remove the part and refund our money for a fix that did not solve the problem and would force us to spend an insanely unnecessary amo…”
  • “We’re very happy with the service and would definitely recommend this company to others.”
  • “TL;DR Great value, providing relatively affordable access to superior solutions; courteous and knowledgeable technicians; peace of mind.”
    “They sent out an electrician who looked around and promised me an estimate.”
  • “Appreciated his friendliness and ability to communicate what was being done for our water heater maintenance.”
  • “I totally trust him to do a fine job replacing my 34 year old bathroom fan next.”

People customers mention

  • Adam 14 reviews
  • Sean 7 reviews
  • Ryan 6 reviews
  • Rob 5 reviews
  • Mark 4 reviews
  • Lapierre 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Efficient Systems, Inc. for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

P.3 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★★★★

Robert completed the maintenance on the HVAC system for winter service. Everything seemed to be within specification.

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceHVAC system maintenance
Gary2 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★★★★★

During the fall maintenance, the technician noticed that the ductwork had separated from the unit so he taped it back up and heat flow into the house increased dramatically.

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceHVAC system maintenance
Evan8 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 2 weeks ago★★★★★

They were very responsive and knowledgeable. The price they quoted was less than we expected. On time and very professional. Will definitely use them again and refer them to others.Robert was terrific.

Paid $1–200Reasonable price
DeborahLocal Guide · 14 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

John arrived @ the appointment time, called first to verify. He replaced my photoelectric smoke alarms and coordinated their signaling. He replaced my 10 year old smoke alarms with the most up to date. John was very courteous and respectful, a true professional. He completed the work, explained the work he had done…

Paid $300–400Reasonable priceService not listed
Kelly1 reviewTotal 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Chris Randolph was excellent! Friendly and very informative about what he did. He suggested a humidifier but wasn’t pushy about it. I hope he’s still with Efficient Systems next year for our furnace check-up!

Paid $100–200Reasonable priceHVAC system maintenance
Dottie1 reviewTotal 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Chris R was here today for our yearly furnace service. He was very courteous and did a wonderful job. He arrived ahead of schedule and called to let us know when he would be here. Highly recommend him and Efficient Systems.

Paid $100–200Reasonable priceHeating system maintenance

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 296 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Breezy K10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Breezy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Efficiency Heating & Cooling technician Robert provided exceptional care in replacing a heating element for my furnace. He installed it speedily and showed me what was needed and the removal and replacement of the devices. Exceptional service provided by Robert.

Laura HutchisonLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Robert Lapierre...did a very thorough job checking out my furnace and everything inside of it. He was on time and wore foot covers. He was knowledgeable about carbon monoxide sensors as well. I was very happy with my service.

  • Positive: Responsiveness, Punctuality, Quality, Value
  • Services: Service not listed
Mailinh Ho1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Mailinh has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Robert Lapierre was very professional and timely! Appreciated his friendliness and ability to communicate what was being done for our water heater maintenance. Thank you!!

  • Services: Service not listed
P. Jon Miller3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews P. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Robert completed the maintenance on the HVAC system for winter service. Everything seemed to be within specification.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: HVAC system maintenance
Gary Ogden2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

During the fall maintenance, the technician noticed that the ductwork had separated from the unit so he taped it back up and heat flow into the house increased dramatically.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: HVAC system maintenance
Laura Selm11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Robert LaPierre was very thorough and affable. Reassuring

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200–400
  • Services: HVAC system maintenance
Dusty Koekenberg4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dusty has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Robert Lapierre was very friendly and did a very thorough walkthrough post-inspection. He discussed everything that was serviced and explained the outcomes with clarity and understanding. Very professional.

  • Services: HVAC system maintenance
Russell Staggs6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Russell has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent service. Clear & concise. Very pleased.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $600–800
  • Services: A/C system repair
Evan Moss8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Evan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They were very responsive and knowledgeable. The price they quoted was less than we expected. On time and very professional. Will definitely use them again and refer them to others.Robert was terrific.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1–200
MaryEllen Bormett3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews MaryEllen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Tech Robert P. Was timely, friendly and thorough.

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