Who came up in Arcata
Every company the assistant named across the six questions, ordered by how often it was picked first. Tested on 2026-10-01.
| Company | Picked first | Picked |
|---|---|---|
| Evans Mechanicalevansmechanical.com | 5 of 6 | 5 of 6 |
| Excel Heat & Coolexcelheatcool.com | 1 of 6 | 1 of 6 |
| California Heatingcaheat.com | 0 of 6 | 5 of 6 |
Question 1 of 6
“My furnace won't turn on. Who can fix it this week in Arcata, California?”
Picked
- FirstEvans Mechanical
“It serves Arcata, repairs all makes and models of furnaces, and identifies NATE-certified technicians.”
- #2California Heating
“Its Arcata furnace page describes repair and emergency service, including nights and weekends.”
Considered and passed
- PassedExcel Heat & Cool
“Its Arcata service page lists heater repair and a customer account of a same-day furnace appointment, but gives less detail about technician qualifications and repair process.”
Question 2 of 6
“Who is the best heating and air company in Arcata, California?”
Picked
- FirstEvans Mechanical
“It serves Arcata, has NATE-certified technicians, and says it has served Humboldt County since 1995.”
- #2California Heating
“It is based in Arcata and offers residential heating, furnace, heat pump, and AC services.”
Considered and passed
- PassedExcel Heat & Cool
“It covers Arcata and lists heating and AC services, but its page provides limited verifiable company and technician background.”
Question 3 of 6
“I need a new furnace or heat pump installed in Arcata, California. Who should I get quotes from, and roughly what will it cost?”
Picked
- FirstEvans Mechanical
“It offers furnace and heat pump installation and says its NATE-certified professionals size and install systems for homes.”
- #2California Heating
“It offers furnace and heat pump replacement and installation from its Arcata location.”
Considered and passed
- PassedExcel Heat & Cool
“It lists heater replacement and AC work for Arcata, but its page did not provide enough detail to confirm heat pump installation or installed pricing.”
Question 4 of 6
“My AC isn't working, can someone come out today? I'm in Arcata, California.”
Picked
- FirstEvans Mechanical
“It explicitly serves Arcata and lists AC repair, with local contact details and a service scheduling link.”
- #2California Heating
“Its Arcata service information includes air conditioning repair and provides a local phone number.”
Considered and passed
- PassedExcel Heat & Cool
“It offers AC repair in Arcata but does not state that it can dispatch today.”
Question 5 of 6
“I want my furnace serviced before winter in Arcata, California. Who can I book online?”
Picked
- FirstEvans Mechanical
“It recommends seasonal tune-ups and provides a Schedule Service link for customers in Arcata.”
- #2California Heating
“It offers furnace maintenance and provides online contact and estimate-request options.”
Considered and passed
- PassedExcel Heat & Cool
“It lists heater maintenance but the reviewed Arcata page only shows a request form rather than a direct booking calendar.”
Question 6 of 6
“Which heating company in Arcata, California has upfront pricing, so I know the cost before they come?”
Picked
- FirstExcel Heat & Cool
“Its Arcata page says it has no hidden costs and that the quote is what the customer pays.”
Considered and passed
- PassedCalifornia Heating
“It says technicians explain transparent repair options after diagnosis, but I did not find upfront fixed prices.”
- PassedEvans Mechanical
“Its site refers to fair prices and financing but does not publish service prices.”
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