Expensive Estimate for Basic A/C Hose Replacement
Went in for an A/C inspection because a day earlier it was working fine and blowing cold. BP did the dye test and found High Pressure Discharge Hose to have a leak at connection point. Disappointed that the technician suggested that I also replace the compressor and condenser. I asked why and he said it was recommended and that was his only explanation. I understand the A/C working parts, but I feel sorry for the unsuspecting consumer who is depending on their knowledge. A very costly repair for no apparent reason, I declined. The BP estimate to replace the hose was $1,195.99. I went elsewhere and received an invoice for $532.00, and my A/C blows cold and perfect. I do not like car service companies to try to find something wrong. I paid $99 for a dye test, nothing else was checked at BP. The part that needed replacement was estimated at $400 by BP and my cost for the exact part was $111. Big mark up on parts and labor at BP. They didn't even apply my $20 coupon I presented when scheduled online. Got to be competitive and consumer oriented.