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Brown & Read Engineering is recognized for their high-quality work in HVAC installation, especially for those seeking well-engineered solutions. They focus on delivering thoughtful and methodical services rather than quick, low-cost fixes. Clients appreciate their detailed approach, including thorough calculations to ensure systems are designed effectively for specific needs. For example, they successfully replaced multiple heating and cooling units with a single heat pump, resulting in significant energy savings and improved comfort in homes. The team is praised for their excellent customer service, with friendly and reliable staff who provide knowledgeable support throughout the process. Clients who have previously worked with other companies often find Brown & Read to be superior in their expertise and professionalism. Their commitment to quality is evident in their installations, making them a top choice for homeowners looking for effective HVAC solutions amidst increasingly challenging climate conditions. Overall, Brown & Read Engineering is highly recommended for those who value quality and precision in their HVAC needs.
If you want QUALITY done right, Brown and Read are excellent. You WILL have to pay for what you get. If you want low cost, quick, slap it in, you will not be happy. They are... slow... and methodical... and (relatively) expensive. And worth every penny. They actually engineer what they do. We had them remove/decommission 2x AC units (3 tons each) and 2x gas furnaces (combined rated output 157,000 BTUs) and replace that with ONE 4 ton heat pump (rated max output 48,000 BTUs), as well as tear out and replace our horrible existing ductwork. It was very expensive. Q: HOW did a 4 ton/48k BTU heat pump replace 6 tons of AC and 157k BTUs of gas furnaces? A: By engineering the system well. They bothered to actually calculate what we NEEDED (did a "Manual J" heat load calc), designed the SYSTEM as a system, and installed it VERY WELL. Lengthy. Expensive. And... awesome. Our house was consistently warmer in the Reno winter, cooler in the Reno summer, has a MERV 13 filter to handle smoke from fire season. And, because it was engineered well, the first two months of this summer, which was hotter than last summer, we used 67% and 73% LESS ELECTRICITY than we did last summer before the fix. If you want cheap and fast, not the company for you, but rest assured, you'll continue to have high energy bills and crappy air quality. You do get what you pay for. "Prescription without diagnosis is malpractice."
Excellent, experienced, knowledgeable customer service over the years. Brad and Joe are extremely reliable and friendly. We had worked with other companies prior to being referred to this engineering group - these guys are the best.
Our Tahoe summers are getting hotter, and with wildfire smoke more prevalent our research concluded that a ductless heat exchange system was the way to go. Mitsubishi has the most mature product line, so we reached out to each of the preferred local vendors listed on their website. Ultimately we selected Brown & Read because we felt their engineering orientation and commercial project experience ensured a more thoughtful, competent install for us.Gary (sales) and Brad (install) managed our Mitsubishi Mini Split 4-zone project installation. They were prompt, competent and professional from start to finish... we're delighted with the result and highly recommend you include...read full review