Questionable Home Energy Deal Offers Big Savings
A Cedar Rapids resident recounts a sales pitch by Hawkeye Power & Energy Conservation Co and Thermalite Industries that promised up to 48 percent savings with a six minute on six minute off furnace cycle, a new thermostat, dampers, and an insulation blanket. The contract showed 2695 dollars on a 60 month plan, with a later guaranteed savings claim and promises of follow up. Neither company is BBB listed and neither holds required permits or bonds.
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Glenn
Better Business Bureau
Cedar Rapids
Jeff Newburn
Iowa Energy Policy Council
Newburn
Energy Policy Council
Archie Farmer
Hawkeye Energy promises big savings on HVAC systems
Hawkeye Energy & Power Conservation Co. president David Ward says claims of up to 40 percent savings are possible from installed heating and air conditioning systems. He notes manufacturers back component claims and hints at phasing out the 30 to 40 percent guarantee while honoring promised savings. Ward cites personal guarantee to customers and plans for expansion to Indianapolis from Fort Wayne.
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Hawkeye Energy & Power Conservation Co
David Ward
Ward
Fort Wayne
Ind
Indianapolis
State challenges energy saving claims by Hawkeye firm
Iowa officials seek records from Hawkeye Power & Energy Conservation Co. in Linn County as part of a Consumer Protection Division probe into energy saving claims. The request targets sales, training, manuals, warranties, and consumer communications amid allegations of inflated savings promises.
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33Rd Ave
State of Iowa
Linn District Court
Consumer Protection Division
Iowa Attorney General's Office
Michael K. Botts
Gene Battani
Consumer Protection
Thermalite Industries Inc
Battani
Arcade Opticians
First Avenue
UCL
JIM Arenson Leasing, Inc
Jim Aronson Leasing, Inc
Lindale Mall
Ttall
Trend
Hall
Hall Home Rum
Collins Road
Montgomery Ward
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