Trane installs averaging $8k now, but customers bitch about Carrier being cheaper?

Man, I've been quoting $8k for full Trane system replacements on these older homes, and every time folks push back saying they saw Carrier installs for $6k somewhere. It's frustrating when you're trying to upsell the better efficiency but they just see the sticker price. NGL, switching to flat rate pricing helped close more deals last quarter.

same here, feels like we're always justifying the premium.

fuck these cheapskate homeowners acting like they know HVAC.

i get it, pricing wars suck.

try bundling with a maintenance plan, adds $500 but they bite.

we're getting screwed by big box stores undercutting us.

damn right, they don't even warranty properly.

corporate greed is killing small shops.

SharkBite fittings are trash for HVAC lines, stick to brazing every time.

been there, hang in there man.

flat rate all the way, no more haggling.

big corps are buying up everyone, soon no choice.

wish i could charge what i'm worth without the pushback.

customers don't get it, Trane lasts longer than Carrier anyway.

i hear ya, pricing drama every week.

quote the Trane with superheat/subcool numbers to prove efficiency.

solid advice.

boost online reviews to justify the price, saw it work on r/HVAC.

yeah, reviews help big time.

don't fall for those lowball quotes, they cut corners on R-410a charging.

frustrated as hell with repeat calls from cheap installs.

PSA: never lowball a Trane job, you'll regret the callbacks.

use Jobber for quotes, makes explaining the $8k easier with breakdowns.

tough spot, but you're not alone.