June 12, 2011 – Peninsula Daily News
Peninsula Voices – Buy Local
For years we have been hearing “shop local” while at the same time hearing horror stories about the cost, selection and run-around (permitting process).
We just want to go on record as having had a very good experience with our recent purchase of a ductless heat pump.
Granted, the product itself is not “local”, but we could not find anything comparable that is made in the USA.
After looking at the heat pumps at three or four different booths at the Home Show, we were very interested in the ductless heat pump. We had two bids and went with Alpha Builders.
In order to get the rebate, the city (or PUD) must pre-approve your request prior to installation.
Alpha Builders took care of the paperwork to get the approval, the permit for installation – everything required.
The city permits require two types of inspections after the unit is installed.
Everyone we had contact with at both the city and Alpha was friendly, courteous and helpful.
If Alpha Builders is an example of our local contractors, they are ready, willing and able to help you with any size project. And the same can be said of each of the city employees that we dealt with.
Just a thank-you to both – and “buy local.”
Fred and Flora Westfall,
Port Angeles