Who came up in Rutland
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Energyjohnsonenergy.net | 3 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Bill Lohsen Plumbing & Heatingbilllohsenplumbingandheating.com | 2 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Rutland Fuel Companyrutlandfuel.com | 0 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
Question 1 of 6
“My furnace won't turn on. Who can fix it this week in Rutland, Vermont?”
Picked
- FirstJohnson Energy
“It advertises 24/7 heating emergencies, says it normally reaches homes within an hour, and lists furnace and boiler repair.”
- #2Rutland Fuel Company
“It offers 24-hour emergency service and repairs and maintains furnaces and boilers.”
Considered and passed
- PassedBill Lohsen Plumbing & Heating
“Its site says it handles heating emergencies 24/7, but does not give a response-time estimate.”
- PassedSheehe's Heating & Home Improvements
“Its service page covers HVAC installation and repair in Rutland and West Rutland but gives no emergency or response-time information.”
Question 2 of 6
“Who is the best heating and air company in Rutland, Vermont?”
Picked
- FirstJohnson Energy
“Its site describes furnace, boiler, and heat pump work, 24/7 emergency service, and a typical emergency response within one hour.”
- #2Rutland Fuel Company
“It offers furnace and boiler maintenance, repair, installation, and 24-hour emergency service in Rutland.”
- #3Bill Lohsen Plumbing & Heating
“It covers heating and AC work in Rutland County and says it provides 24/7 availability and upfront pricing.”
Considered and passed
- PassedSheehe's Heating & Home Improvements
“Its service page confirms installation and repair in the Rutland area, but offers fewer specifics about emergency coverage and pricing.”
Question 3 of 6
“I need a new furnace or heat pump installed in Rutland, Vermont. Who should I get quotes from, and roughly what will it cost?”
Picked
- FirstJohnson Energy
“It installs furnaces, boilers, and heat pumps and offers free in-home consultations.”
- #2Rutland Fuel Company
“It installs furnaces and boilers and says it can provide free estimates.”
- #3Bill Lohsen Plumbing & Heating
“It installs gas, oil, and wood boilers and furnaces and lists heat-pump AC systems among its services.”
Considered and passed
- PassedSheehe's Heating & Home Improvements
“Its service page advertises HVAC installation in the Rutland and West Rutland area, but gives no quote or pricing details.”
Question 4 of 6
“My AC isn't working, can someone come out today? I'm in Rutland, Vermont.”
Picked
- FirstBill Lohsen Plumbing & Heating
“It advertises AC system repair and 24/7 emergency availability in Rutland County.”
Considered and passed
- PassedSheehe's Heating & Home Improvements
“Its page lists air conditioning and HVAC repair, but does not state same-day or emergency availability.”
- PassedJohnson Energy
“The pages reviewed describe heating services and do not clearly list AC repair.”
Question 5 of 6
“I want my furnace serviced before winter in Rutland, Vermont. Who can I book online?”
Picked
- The assistant named no one for this question.
Considered and passed
- PassedJohnson Energy
“It lists annual tune-ups but directs customers to call for service rather than providing a verified online booking calendar.”
- PassedRutland Fuel Company
“It says annual maintenance can be scheduled but the pages reviewed do not show online appointment booking.”
- PassedBill Lohsen Plumbing & Heating
“Its site has a contact form, but I found no online service appointment booking.”
Question 6 of 6
“Which heating company in Rutland, Vermont has upfront pricing, so I know the cost before they come?”
Picked
- FirstBill Lohsen Plumbing & Heating
“Its homepage explicitly promises upfront pricing with no hidden fees.”
- #2Johnson Energy
“It publishes hourly rates of $125 in normal business hours and $185 for night and weekend service.”
Considered and passed
- PassedRutland Fuel Company
“It describes competitive pricing and free estimates but does not publish service rates on the pages reviewed.”
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