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  • Submitted: Fri, November 30, 2012
  • Updated: Wed, February 27, 2013

  • Reported By: Teresa — Pearland Texas U.S.A.
Aqua Care USA | Ripoff Report Verified Safe
5325 Beisser Dr. Internet United States of America

Aqua Care USA REVIEW: Aqua Care USA employees committed to customer satisfaction. Aqua Care USA's focused on providing the highest customer satisfaction. Lifetime Warranty on all materials and labor. Made in America.
*UPDATE: Aqua Care USA pledges their commitment to always improving their operations by joining Ripoff Report Corporate Advocacy, Business Remediation and Customer Satisfaction Program. A program that benefits the consumer by increasing their confidence when doing business with a member business. Aqua Care USA Ripoff Report Verified

*Author of original report: Aqua-Care USA broke contract and will not refund money

*UPDATE Employee: Response To False Complaint

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Ripoff Report Verified REVIEW:
EDitors UPDATE: Positive rating and recognition has been given to Aqua Care USAr for its commitment to excellence in customer service.

Ripoff Reports discussions with Aqua Care have uncovered an ongoing commitment by the company to total client satisfaction. This means that clients can expect that the company will work towards finding a mutually satisfactory resolution to any complaints or concerns. Aqua Care USA listens carefully to client concerns and sees them as an opportunity to learn from past mistakes and become more efficient as a company in the services offered and the support for those services.

The information provided in this report is based on comments made by Mike Pagano and Michael Pagano Sr. during an on-site inspection held by a third party verification company with no biases toward Aqua Care USA. [continued below]....
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Aqua Care USA specializes in bathroom remodeling in 20 different states specializing in design for the baby boomer generation and seniors. They state that they are set a part from others in this industry because they have a Forever Warranty, which is a no limits warranty. They also feel that they have superior products that are all manufactured in the United States and feel they have the best customer service team.

The company only sells to individual consumers. They advertise by running ads on TV and radio in addition to mailings. Their sales process starts when initial contact is made with a potential buyer. At the time of the call the person is asked if there is someone else they would like to invite to the meeting with the sales representative. The sales rep meets with the potential client in their home and explains the products and their benefits. There is a question and answer session to determine if the customer suffers from any ailments and how the products could benefit them. If the customer would like to purchase a product, they complete a contract and an appointment is made with a measure-man to complete the specifications needed for their customizable product. The sales person takes a 10% payment at the time of sale and explains the 3 day rescission period. If the customer is financing the purchase, the credit app is completed at this time.

The next step in the process takes place when the measure-man arrives (3-4 days later); he goes over the contract with the buyer to ensure everything is correct and collects 40% of the amount due. If the customer is financing, the measure-man reviews the bank documents with the customer. Financing customers also receive a Completion Certificate that they will sign when all of the work is completed. The customer must sign off on the specs before the work begins. This ensures that they are giving the customer exactly what they want and in the colors they selected. After the work is completed, cash customers make the final payment and for financing, the certificate is signed when the customer is happy with the work. The certificate is turned in so that the company can be paid by the bank.

After the sale, production managers are responsible for the installers. They check the installers credentials and make sure they have the necessary insurance. Installers attend a 2-day training class and they go out with an experienced installer to witness a live installation. A supervisor inspects the work they complete on their first job. They ensure the customer is receiving the best customer service possible by not requiring the last payment until the job is done. If the customer has an issue with the installation, it must be completed before they provide the final payment.

The most common complaints that Aqua Care USA receives is from children of aging parents that did not understand what their parent signed up for or did not understand the terms of the contract. Additionally, they have found clients will complain about the costs being too high. To remedy these issues, the company tries to discuss the process with the person filing the complaint while paying attention to any installation repairs that a customer may bring up during the course of resolving the complaint. The company always tries to go back to the Better Business Bureau to resolve the issue or in some cases they will offer arbitration.

An example of the company dealing with a complaint was when the son of a client felt the cost for their services were too high and his mother was taken advantage of. The company made efforts to contact the son and explain to him the process, but he was adamant that the company had done something wrong. Aqua Care USA went back to his mother, the original client to discover her feelings towards the products. They found that she was in fact happy with her installation and retracted her sons complaint.

Aqua Care USA stated that they do need to make some improvements in training and streamline their computer systems to better help customers. They stated that they are implementing continuous training for employees (not just when they are hired). They have improved the presentation given by the sales reps. Furthermore; the company is also making plans to monitor appointment calls.

Aqua Care USA / Statements from the owner.

My name is Michelle Pagano and I am the owner of Aqua Care USA. I would like to thank you for taking time to review my company. Aqua Care USA provides hydrotherapy walk-in tubs, walk-in showers, and chairlifts to customers throughout the United States. We provide the finest products in the industry, which are designed to provide a safe environment for our customers so that they are able to remain in their homes as long as possible. All of our products are custom built only for the home they are installed in. Please visit us at our website, aquacareusa.com or give us a call today to arrange for a personalized in-home consultation about the possibilities of our products in your home.

Since the company has been working with Ripoff Report they immediately made changes when confirming an appointment. Mainly that the rep asks if there is someone else the customer would like to invite to the meeting to discuss the sale. The company gives the customer the opportunity to call their children or a caregiver so that they can attend the meeting to help eliminate confusion. Additionally, they have added additional crew to complete work quicker and an additional warehouse in Dallas to increase the speed of the work. Aqua Care USA states that they feel it is good that Ripoff Report works with businesses to determine what is true. They feel the program helps to prove that they are a quality business that cares.

Aqua Care USA's principal, Ms. Michelle Pagano, has informed us that her personal philosophy is to always strive to make the customer happy. As a successful businesswoman, Ms. Pagano feels it is critical to listen to her clients and respond properly. By always putting the customers first, Ms. Pagano hopes to maintain Aqua Care USA as a successful enterprise both now and for many years to come.

Another top manager of the company told us that it has always been Aqua Care USA's policy to provide the best product and customer service in the industry. Aqua Care USA does this by always using the best products and only using highly trained professionals for all installations. Aqua Care USA also has a lifetime warranty for all materials and labor. Some of the other things Rip-off Report learned in the course of its investigation: Aqua Care USA takes all customer feedback very seriously and always tries to remedy any problems as fast as they can.

In conclusion, Mike Pagano stated that The #1 goal is to do whatever it takes to make the customer happy because a lot of the business is from referrals. I personally call each customer before the installer leaves to make sue the customer is happy with the installation. If the customer is not happy, changes are made before the installer leaves. They continually are making changes to improve their businesses in the area of asking if they want someone else at the meeting, Mike Pagano making a personal call, increase in communication throughout the process.

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Theyre new policy is to always contact all customers to gather valuable feedback so that they can continue to adapt and deliver the best customer service possible. Aqua Care USA is willing to go beyond the call of good customer service and do what it takes to make things right with their customers.

At Aqua Care USA we offer an industry leading lifetime warranty for all labor and materials and we pride ourselves on our commitment to customer service. We use the highest quality products on the market today and have highly skilled craftsmen install our products for our customers.

Aqua Care USA recognizes that complaints posted on Ripoff Report (whether true or not) are issues that need to be addressed, not ignored. If handled correctly, complaints can be valuable learning opportunities. With the feedback generated by Rip-off Reports Investigation Aqua Care USA has made organizational changes allowing its clients and employees a more streamlined approach to problem resolution and a commitment to a great client experience.

In summary, after our investigation, which included discussions with Ms. Pagano and many of his past and current associates, Ripoff Report is convinced that Aqua Care USA is committed to quality delivery of services resulting in total client satisfaction.

Read more about why consumers should feel confident when doing business with a member of Rip-off Report's Corporate Advocacy Business Remediation & Customer Satisfaction Program. Yes, its a long name for a program that does a lot for both consumers and businesses alike.

Read about Rip-off Report Corporate Advocacy Business Remediation & Customer Satisfaction Program,.. A program that benefits the consumer, assures them of complete satisfaction and confidence when doing business with a member business. this program works.

As a matter of policy, when a business becomes a member of the Corporate Advocacy Program they agree to allow Ripoff Report to contact every client who filed a complaint so they can make things right with them. In order to confirm that the complaints were resolved, Ripoff Report is copied on all responses so we can insure that the member business did right by their customer..

NOW TO THE ORIGINAL REPORT THAT WAS FILED
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Aqua Care USA High Plains Construction Aqua Care took $5K deposit for walk in shower then never began work.  Many empty promises - money stolen.  Internet

My elderly parents signed a contract in September 2012 to have Aqua Care install a new tub/shower to accommodate my handicapped father.  The paid $5K as a down payment and the remaining $5K was to be paid upon completion.  To date, November 30, 2012, NO work has begun.  Calls to the company are infrequently returned.  When successful contact was made, empty promises plus a discount for inconvenience was offerred.  Discovered today that Mike Pagano, who they have been dealing with, is a fraud.  Company refuses refund as they claim to have already spent money on the project.  NOT ACCEPTABLE.  Today we are beginning our journey towards legal action.  DO NOT SIGN UP WITH THESE FOLKS.  They are famous crooks on the internet.

This report was posted on Ripoff Report on 11/30/2012 12:14 PM and is a permanent record located here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/r/-Aqua-Care-USA-Ripoff-Report-Verified-Safe/internet/Aqua-Care-USA-REVIEW-Aqua-Care-USA-employees-committed-to-customer-satisfaction-Aqua-Ca-976132. The posting time indicated is Arizona local time. Arizona does not observe daylight savings so the post time may be Mountain or Pacific depending on the time of year.

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#1 Author of original report

Aqua-Care USA broke contract and will not refund money

AUTHOR: Teresa - (U.S.A.)

The rebuttal filed here is absurd.  We waited anxiously to get work underway on this shower but recieved a letter in late October that "due to overwhelming demand" they were running way behind.  They even offerred a discount because of the delay.  They claim that they made several attempts to arrange to come out and this is an outright lie; as they would not return our repeated calls to them.  References to "him" as the customer on the phone are false as my dad no longer talks on the phone.  This situation is awful as Aqua Care fraudulently represented what they would do and when they would do it and now refuses to return our money.  We have filed a police report due to threats made by Aqua-Care.  We have verified with our city hall that no work permits were ever applied for.  Press on with legal recourse if you wish because it looks like we are heading to court already.  Companies like Aqua-Care that prey on the elderly are the cruelest criminals of all.  We have filed a BBB complaint and plan to keep complaining and reporting until our money is returned.  My statement about "famous crooks on the internet" may not have sounded particularly intelligent but don't be fooled.  We are going to travel down every avenue to get our money back and will not rest until we do so.  You have our $6K+ and we have nothing from you - rest assured that this is not over. 
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#2 UPDATE Employee

Response To False Complaint

AUTHOR: Michelle - (United States of America)

This is a response to the above complaint. The complaint is misleading and untruthful. On September 26, 2012 the customer signed a contract purchasing a walk-in shower from Aqua-Care USA for $11,044. The contract called for three separate payments during the installation process. The customer made an initial payment of $1,155 when the contract was signed and another payment of $4.618 when the room was measured several days later for the exact size of the custom walk-in shower. Under federal law a contract of this type carries a three day right of rescission/cancellation from the date the contract was signed. No rescission/cancellation notice was ever received by Aqua-Care USA at any point in the process. These funds were obtained  in order to provide payment for the custom components, designed in  size and color specifically for this residence. The typical production and installation process normally takes four to five weeks to complete. Due to the more complex requirements of this customers product the production process took six weeks.

As soon as the walk-in shower components arrived at our warehouse Aqua-Care USA attempted to arrange an immediate installation date. The customer informed the company that the original installation date was inconvenient for him and wanted to delay the installation. After not hearing from the customer another attempt was made to contact him to arrange the installation date. This time the customers daughter answered the phone and stated that the customer no longer wanted the walk-in shower and would not allow installation in the residence. She then demanded a full refund of the funds paid to Aqua-Care USA. Aqua-Care USA personnel explained to her that a refund was not possible due to the fact that Aqua-USA incurred substantial costs in acquiring the custom made shower designed specifically for this residence and this residence alone.

The assertions in this complaint are untrue and in fact libelous. There were repeated communications with the customer. The most ridiculous and idiotic  assertion is that of the claim they are famous crooks on the  internet  as if anything read on the internet can be taken as a fact or truth simply because it appears on the internet. The individual identified in this letter is not a fraud. Aqua-Care USA remains committed to fulfilling its part of the contact through the installation of the walk-in shower. However, Aqua-Care USA   is also considering legal action against the libelee for the damages caused by these completely untrue assertions.                    
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