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.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Howald Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing for 8 kinds of job.
Howald Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing for thermostat installation
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Couldn’t be happier with the work that Joe Davis did in Servicing our furnace and air conditioner. He explained everything thoroughly, was on time and very friendly. Thank you Howald Heating and Air
Very knowledgeable and efficient. I highly recommend Howald
Daniel Core always does an excellent job. This is the 3rd time he has been here for different service calls. Today he came to service my furnace. While we were chatting I mentioned I need a new thermostat so he installed one while he was here. He is always polite, pleasant and clearly explains what he is doing. He…
Larry was great. Did the job quickly and explained things as he was doing it. Answered all my questions.
We have been so pleased with Howald Heating through the years and will continue to use them.
We continue to be happy with the service provided by Howald, in good part because we know the technician, Daniel, well by now as he has consistently been our provider for the past 5 visits. He is professional as well as pleasant and takes time to explain all that he is doing and why.
I’ve used Howald HVAC and plumbing for 50+ years and they have been great.
Larry was excellent! And, so knowledgeable! We really enjoyed working with him!
We are very pleased with the service we always receive from Howald and from Larry Wright and Mike Patterson! They are a trusted resource for our family! Thank you very much!!
Really like James M. their technician. He’s been twice to my place & always explains things at a level I’m able to understand, while not being pushy or feel like he’s trying to upse me on things I don’t need.
Now Howald has serviced me over time with a new AC, a new furnace, and a new toilet! I'm so grateful for your prompt, careful, polite and excellent-quality service! I live alone and don't always understand a problem or know what to do. You came out on a Saturday night when my furnace went out and got it going…
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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 |
