Comments on: Why My Broken Air Conditioner Poses Challenges for Reputation Systems

By: Ac Repair

Ac Repair — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 20:37:37 +0000

That why word of mouth usually is the best advertising. You can get a poor tech even with a good company- if you do find a good tech , request him every time.

By: Portable AC Units

Portable AC Units — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:36:13 +0000

That’s really bad that they weren’t maintaining the conditioner properly. All air conditioing needs to be properly maintainedd and to pay someone to do it only for them to pretend is disgraceful.

By: Walk in baths

Walk in baths — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:42:08 +0000

The reputation system is the way to go. Yes, it has its downsides, but the upside is greater.

By: David

David — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:32:12 +0000

Very interesting posting and I totally support the reputation system. As far as air conditioning goes…I considered switching to a split unit but decided eventually to stick with a monobloc aircomditioner. A monobloc unit remains the most simple air conditioning solution, in installation as well as in maintenance.

By: ICS Chainsaw DIY

ICS Chainsaw DIY — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 05:26:41 +0000

Getting referrals from friends can work, but it’s not guaranteed. Your friend might have bought a great product and got great service 3 years ago from a company, but 3 years is a long time. It really depends on how up-to-date their recommendations are and how much personal knowledge they have over the product they bought. Conversely, a lot of people think they’ve bought a great product, until it breaks after 6 months too! My point is always checkout various sources of information – friends, independent reviews (often found online), and your own careful judgement.

By: Home Repair

Home Repair — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 02:57:21 +0000

I have found that the reputation system you mentioned is really somewhat useless and not accurate. I always ask around to friends for referrals, but if it was the air conditioner where I live there might not be any time to check to much.

By: Tal Lifschitz

Tal Lifschitz — Thu, 22 May 2008 17:53:39 +0000

That’s very interesting.. I know of a company that can help you with your situation, even if you do not live within the immediate vicinity, I suggest either going to the website or calling them by phone.. they take care of air conditioners as well.. Homeservice Club is a medium between contractors and customers, guaranteeing customers don’t get ripped off or screwed by contractors.

By: Repair Air Conditioning

Repair Air Conditioning — Fri, 16 May 2008 08:41:19 +0000

Oh man thats a nasty failure. I’m guilty of poor mainenance too so i cant talk.

By: Jim @ Home Improvements

Jim @ Home Improvements — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:19:51 +0000

Why O why do maintenance companies not do what you ask, you pay good money and they simply don’t to the correct job. Like Tim (Comment Above) I also totally agree with your points…good post

By: Tim "Home Improver" Warnoch

Tim "Home Improver" Warnoch — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 06:11:20 +0000

Finding good maintenance vendors for your household items like air conditioner is always going to be very difficult. The reputation system of course is a good way to keep track of their records. Nice analysis of the issues involved in getting ready a reputation system. I totally agree with your points made in this posting.