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%96+52.4Reliability 24%96+23.3Value 14%99+14Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 96Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCOREHowald Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing
Carmel, IN · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #39Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 103 HVAC contractors · 4.9★ from 2,197 Google reviews
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Percentile vs other HVAC contractors (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: craft & service.
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Customers hired Howald Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing for 8 kinds of job.
Howald Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing for HVAC system maintenance
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Extremely satisfied with service from Howald Heating, AC, & Plumbing. They serives my systems twice a year and have always done an excellant jobb. Nelson, the serive tech.. this time was professional, courteous, and very knowledgable. Walked me through the process and was patient explaing the key issues with my…
Professional & efficient techs!
For a non-emergency plumbing issue, I appreciate the opportunity to ask for advice before making an appointment. Appointments are easily scheduled; the technician's arrival is announced in a timely fashion and the work is done expertly and in a friendly manner, including checking pricing in advance and cleaning up after the work is done.
On time efficient. Helpful.
Year after year we are very satisifed with their professional, courteous and prompt service. Prices are competitve, and service is beyond 10+. We use them for our A/C, Furnace, and plumbing needs; . We had a flawless Toilet install y Andrew . Highly recommend. . Josh is our HVAC guy. Hey, I've kept our system running for 18 years. Ask for him.
He did very well
David was on time and did a great job. He explained things perfectly and was extremely thorough. Thank you for the quick response
On time, knowledgeable, excellent customer rapprt
Service tech Joe was friendly, knowledgeable, and took care of items that needed attention.
Brandon W was very thorough, sought out the problem, and then replaced the outside spigot at our request. A year ago Brandon replaced our water heater that was leaking and replaced a poorly installed bladder done by another company. He has also replaced bathroom faucets and drains for us. He’s a great guy and does a…
Fan motor went out on a very warm day. Larry Wright went above and beyond to get it fixed on a Saturday.
John was great!
Dave was great. Checked heater out.
Prompt, polite, professional.
Daniel was very kind and courteous, he explained in detail the job that he performed today. Very professional young man.
Dan was friendly, professional and thorough. Great job!
Yesterday I had my furnace Preventative Maintenance done at my home. I’m very confident my heating System will be in the best working condition. Dan is a great technician.
Joe was right on time and did a great job checking on our HVAC system. He did everything he could to keep the system working and keep us from spending a lot on a repair. Will be working with Howald again for sure!
Dan is great! Very friendly and knowledgeable. I'm always happy when he's my technician!
Dan did a great job getting our mini split AC unit working again.
Price
Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.
Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC system maintenance | 319 | $37–$295 |
| A/C system maintenance | 163 | $39–$393 |
| Heating system maintenance | 121 | $39–$251 |
| Plumbing pipe repair | 110 | $248–$1.2k |
| HVAC system repair | 99 | $205–$933 |
| Plumbing leak detection | 92 | $57–$478 |
| Water heater installation | 79 | $1.2k–$2.5k |
| A/C system repair | 78 | $209–$786 |
