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HRV is here to help all New Zealanders make their homes drier, filled with filtered air and much more comfortable to live in. We've been dedicated to this mission since 2003 and have helped over 500,000 Kiwis achieve this. We work alongside our customers to understand what they need, then recommend a solution that does the job. This could include ventilation, extraction, heat transfer, heat pumps / air conditioning, panel heating, or a combination of products so you’ll love the feeling of coming home.
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Communication was excellent
Communication was excellent. Super friendly to deal with and felt like I was recommended what I genuinely needed in the house and never more/a bigger model etc.

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By keeping in touch
By keeping in touch. Follow up service is good service.

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We wouldn't be without our HRV
We wouldn't be without our HRV. We shifted a while back, so for a while we didn't have one and my son's allergies started giving him trouble again.
Friendly technician.

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HRV Motherboard Replacement
My HRV motherboard required replacement. I phoned HRV and they quickly sorted the problem for me, ensuring I knew the cost before going ahead with the replacement. The staff were friendly and very easy to deal with.

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Clean air warmer home and most of all…
Clean air warmer home and most of all Dryer home with no condensation

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Great customer service…
The sales rep was a great guy, friendly & knowledgeable and when there was a problem he initiated solving it without any issue and did so in a quick, timely manner.
The technician that was sent to fix the problem (which wasn't a major) came promptly & sorted it without any hassle.
HRV provide really good customer service!

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HRV SYSTEM
The HRV is great. I have installed the stronger version of the HRV systems. The HRV has dried out my windows and also my curtains which had got quite damp with mildrew, I now feel confident to clean them as I know they will now stay dry. When there is a frost there is a thin film on the windows but clears very quickly and causes no problems with curtains.

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friendly customer service is number…
friendly customer service is number one, helpful answers to all our questions.

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Excellence in service
Our home is warm and dry thanks to an HRV system. We stay healthy. We dont get condensation on the windows and our curtains stay mold free. HRV remind us every two years when service is due. The service technician turns up on time and does a thorough job on maintenance and filter changes. The cost was discounted with our Gold Card. We highly recommend HRV to our family, friends and guests.

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I love their efficiency
I love the efficiency of the filter replacement

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HRV are just a phone call away
HRV are just a phone call away. I have found the staff are very friendly and most helpful. The system works wonderfully, I cannot speak highly enough of the product or the staff.

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Excellent HRV system installed with great customer service
We had HRV installed in our previous home in Wellington and as a result we had no condensation issues. It was regularly serviced. On selling our home in Wellington and buying a new built in Napier, we decided to install HRV (based on our previous good experience with an HRV system, comparisons with other available systems - Smart Vent and DVS and comments from friends) in our new home. We arranged an appointment with the local HRV sales representative. He inspected our home and discussed with us the HRV options. There was no hard- sell and he provided us with a prompt quote (with significant discount for Automobile Association (AA) membership). We accepted the quote, and an installation date/time was agreed upon. HRV confirmed the date in writing and a reminder was received by us a couple of days before installation. The HRV installers contacted us on the day of installation prior to their arrival at our home to update us on the actual time they would arrive. The installation was undertaken in a professional manner within two hours and there were no issues or mess to clean up. We appreciated the short training session on the system by the installers, and we have had no problems with the system. We have experienced no condensation since installing the system.

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The service I had from the begiining to…
The service I had from the begiining to the end of installation was very good.

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Thoroughly recommend HRV
The chap selling to us was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We were kept informed as to when the installation would take place and the installers were quick and efficient. Mind you, we didn’t take any convincing. I’ve moved three times and this is the third HRV I’ve had installed!

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Amazing product and service
Amazing product, no condensation anymore and noticeably better air quality. Friendly and knowledgeable installers who worked hard to complete the job quickly.
My only regret is I didn’t do it sooner.

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Problem Solved!
We felt we were listened to and the problem dealt with. The service person was really nice to deal with and she gave us confidence she was competent to do whatever was needed.

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Excellent Service and Clear Communication from HRV
I had a really positive experience from James from HRV. From the initial consultation to the final installation, the process was straightforward and easy to understand. The team explained everything clearly, including how the ventilation system works and what would be best suited for our home. There was no pressure just helpful advice. What made the experience great was the professionalism of the staff. They were punctual, respectful of our home, and took the time to answer all our questions. Communication was excellent throughout, and the installation was done neatly and on time. HRV is doing a great job at making home ventilation more accessible and understandable for everyday homeowners. Their customer service stands out, and the system itself is already making a noticeable difference in the air quality and comfort of our home. I highly recommend HRV for anyone looking to improve their home’s air quality.

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Clear communication and helpful team
The whole process was great with HRV so far. Mal was very informative and explained the product in great detail, but also understandable, when explaining the needs for our home. He also answered any questions we had. The process has been smooth and the communication from the team very clear. Can't wait for the system to the installed!

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I have only had positive experiences…
I have only had positive experiences with HRV. I installed an HRV system in my previous home and since moving I have installed another HRV and now looking to install a new heat pump. The consultants know their products and are knowledgeable in their recommendations. I am notified when it is time to replace/check the filter systems. Any issues are responded to in a timely manner. Keep up the good work!

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Smartvent review, excellent product
Very friendly, helpful, and great customer experience. Great product, has made life a more enjoyable and warmer environment over winter, and cooler in summer. Love it.

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