--- title: "Shaffer Beacon Mechanical LLC" description: "Shaffer Beacon Mechanical calls itself a family-owned mechanical services and heating oil delivery company serving Central Connecticut since 1890. A hartfo" doc_version: "2026-10-09" last_updated: "2026-10-09" --- # Shaffer Beacon Mechanical LLC **Trade:** Heating Oil Delivery · **Address:** 12 Mechanicsville Rd, Granby, CT 06035 · **Phone:** (860) 844-0111 · **Website:** http://www.shafferbeacon.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 3.5/5** (high confidence) — from 54 reviews across 6 sources. 87% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 15 reviews, 2 negative. ## The honest read Shaffer Beacon Mechanical calls itself a family-owned mechanical services and heating oil delivery company serving Central Connecticut since 1890. A hartfordbusiness.com article reported that the Shaffer Co. of Bristol acquired Beacon Mechanical Service LLC of Granby and renamed it Shaffer Beacon Mechanical LLC. A recent customer had a new Roth fuel oil tank installed and praised how good the installation looked. When a broken well pump left one household without water, the company got the water back up and running. A customer with no hot water said Alex came on a Saturday afternoon and solved the problem before ending his work day. A customer who replaced two gas furnaces and a central air unit said Rich led the job, which was completed within three days. One customer's running account describes a 40-year-old oil tank swapped for a Roth tank, a well pump pulled from 185 feet down and replaced, and a new boiler installed. That customer's one gripe was a policy requiring a service contract on the A/C to get one on the boiler, which more than doubled the cost before it was reduced. A recent customer said a mini-split cleaning bill came to almost double what the quoted hourly rate led them to expect. An automatic oil delivery customer said technicians came out twice and the same issue continued after hundreds of dollars spent, and cancelled both delivery and the service contract. A 2026 customer said a service manager was rude on the phone and hung up. A 2024 customer said two visits on a five-year-old boiler left it still not working, and another company diagnosed and fixed it the same day. A 2020 customer said a plumber installed a gas valve tagged “not for potable water” on the main water shutoff, then replaced it with a lead-free water valve after a call back. Google shows 4.2 stars from 159 ratings, and HomeAdvisor shows 4.7 stars from 64. **Strengths:** - A new oil tank — a recent customer praised the Roth tank install - Well pump repair — water restored after a broken pump - Saturday hot water fix — Alex solved it before ending his day - Furnace and A/C swap — two furnaces and an air unit done in three days **Concerns:** - A mini-split cleaning bill — a recent customer said it ran almost double - Repeat service visits — two visits left one recurring issue unfixed - Contract bundling — a boiler plan once required an A/C plan too ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Describes itself as a family-owned mechanical services and heating oil delivery company serving Central Connecticut since 1890 _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](http://www.shafferbeacon.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): Shaffer Beacon Mechanical is a family owned mechanical services and heating oil delivery company, serving a…” - Formed when the Shaffer Co. of Bristol acquired Beacon Mechanical Service LLC of Granby, per hartfordbusiness.com _(confidence: medium)_ - [Local News](https://hartfordbusiness.com/article/shaffer-co-buys-granby-firm-takes-new-name/) — “hartfordbusiness.com — In a statement, the Shaffer Co., of Bristol, announced that it has acquired Beacon Mechanical Service LLC of Granby a…” - A recent customer praised the installation of a new Roth fuel oil tank _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oa2J6WjNWMlJzUVRWMWVscFRiMWxMVlhkYU5sRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhkbzZ3V2RsQTV1elpTb1lLVXdaNlE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Beacon did an exceptional job on the installation of my new Roth fuel oil tank very good looking installation and professionalism were a …” - Restored water for a household after its well pump broke _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCUGVTMVlhVFF5VG1oUk1WTnZjRzFIUVZCc2NIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlBPeS1YaTQyTmhRMVNvcG1HQVBscHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I had an emergency when our well pump broke, leaving our house without water. Shaffer Beacon responded promptly and was able to get our w…” - A customer said Alex fixed a hot water problem on a Saturday afternoon _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21OUkxXTmtSVkZ0WDJKalpVRnNPVUZzYVZkdFoxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmNRLWNkRVFtX2JjZUFsOUFsaVdtZ1E%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ My hot water was not working. Alex came on a Saturday PM and solved the problem before he ended his work day. Thank you Alex, Tony” - Replaced two gas furnaces and a central air unit within three days for one customer _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25NeVFucHpSRFZsZEdwT2RUUTNhV3RQTjNOSlEyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnMyQnpzRDVldGpOdTQ3aWtPN3NJQ2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We have been using Shaffer Beacon for our maintenance for years. They also installed a new central air unit a few years back. Our home wa…” - A recent customer said a mini-split cleaning bill came to almost double what they expected _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tkU1VtNUNSR0ZwT1d4YVIwWnJOaTF0V1ZGeFJrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkdSUm5CRGFpOWxaR0ZrNi1tWVFxRkE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “1★ They certainly earned this one star review over the years. I had mini splits installed through this company a good 5 years ago. I was tol…” - An automatic oil delivery customer said two technician visits did not fix a recurring issue and cancelled service _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xkSmEyeEpVVkpMVFRKcmVXeFJjM1F0U0d0cE5uYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOldJa2xJUVJLTTJreWxRc3QtSGtpNnc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “1★ Had used Shaffer Beacon for automatic oil delivery service for a very long time. I had service technicians come out twice and continued t…” - A 2026 customer said a service manager was rude and hung up the phone _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pWa2RuUnZObkUxTW5SS1lqWnNlVXhwY0V0dE1IYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjVkdnRvNnE1MnRKYjZseUxpcEttMHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “2★ Like many others have said this place has really changed under the new ownership. Used to be very friendly, great customer service, very …” - A 2024 customer said two paid visits left a boiler still not working _(confidence: medium)_ - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.beaconmechanicalservice.156444449.html) — “1★ Do not recommend. Paid more than $600 labor and $100 in parts still didn’t work. Told to spend $600 more to try replacing other pieces on…” - A 2020 customer said a plumber installed a gas valve tagged not for potable water on the main water shutoff _(confidence: medium)_ - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.beaconmechanicalservice.156444449.html) — “2★ My main water shut off valve was an old gate valve and was leaking from the handle. I called Beacon to come out and replace with a new ba…” - A customer said a policy required an A/C service contract to get one on the boiler _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ2djd5MnpRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID6v7y2zQE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Wonderful local company. The first people I call when I have a problem around the house. If they can't fix it they always know someone re…” - 4.2 stars from 159 Google ratings and 4.7 stars from 64 HomeAdvisor ratings _(confidence: high)_ - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Shaffer%20Beacon%20Mechanical%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJAX83m44D54kRpMYpFRVU_K4) — “Google: 4.2★ from 159 ratings” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.beaconmechanicalservice.156444449.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 4.7★ from 64 ratings” - Specializes in Heating Oil Delivery _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](http://www.shafferbeacon.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): Shaffer Beacon Mechanical is a family owned mechanical services and heating oil delivery company, serving a…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xkSmEyeEpVVkpMVFRKcmVXeFJjM1F0U0d0cE5uYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOldJa2xJUVJLTTJreWxRc3QtSGtpNnc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “1★ Had used Shaffer Beacon for automatic oil delivery service for a very long time. I had service technicians come out twice and continued t…” - Specializes in HVAC / Heating & Cooling _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25NeVFucHpSRFZsZEdwT2RUUTNhV3RQTjNOSlEyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnMyQnpzRDVldGpOdTQ3aWtPN3NJQ2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We have been using Shaffer Beacon for our maintenance for years. They also installed a new central air unit a few years back. Our home wa…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tWRk9FOWFhMGx5Wm1nNVRtTnBNVnBUTldoQ1MwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkVFOE9aa0lyZmg5TmNpMVpTNWhCS0E%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I had my air ducts cleaned last August. Since then my main floor air conditioning did not work. I called the company who leaned it but …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wM1NXeE1XV2wyWm14bWJUSTJXbTk1U205RFEwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmp3SWxMWWl2ZmxmbTI2Wm95Sm9DQ0E%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Matt just performed the annual maintenance service on my oil burner - excellent job! Thanks Matt.” - Also offers Plumbing _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCUGVTMVlhVFF5VG1oUk1WTnZjRzFIUVZCc2NIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlBPeS1YaTQyTmhRMVNvcG1HQVBscHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I had an emergency when our well pump broke, leaving our house without water. Shaffer Beacon responded promptly and was able to get our w…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21abFJURlpjVVZGT1hCaE5ITkRTMXB3WTNac2QxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xaefc54151529c6a4!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmZlRTFZcUVFOXBhNHNDS1pwY3Zsd1E%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Great, professional service installing a new water heater. Fair price, clear communication throughout, and super punctual.” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.beaconmechanicalservice.156444449.html) — “5★ Called Beacon on a Wednesday after finding that my outdoor faucet was leaking (spewing) water due to cold temps. I was able to tighten it…” ## Ownership - Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified. ## License No license record has been checked yet for this contractor. ## Sources - [Local News](https://hartfordbusiness.com/article/shaffer-co-buys-granby-firm-takes-new-name/): Listed on this source - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.beaconmechanicalservice.156444449.html): 4.7★ from 64 ratings - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Shaffer%20Beacon%20Mechanical%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJAX83m44D54kRpMYpFRVU_K4): 4.2★ from 159 ratings - [Official Website](http://www.shafferbeacon.com): 130 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Shaffer%20Beacon%20Mechanical%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJAX83m44D54kRpMYpFRVU_K4): Listed on this source - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/granby/beacon-mechanical-service-reviews-1931634.htm): 4.7★ from 64 ratings ## Mentions Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding. - “In a statement, the Shaffer Co., of Bristol, announced that it has acquired Beacon Mechanical Service LLC of Granby and is rebranding as “Shaffer Beacon Mechanical LLC.”” — hartfordbusiness.com — https://hartfordbusiness.com/article/shaffer-co-buys-granby-firm-takes-new-name/ ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rich Rudnyai · 2026-09-28**: Beacon did an exceptional job on the installation of my new Roth fuel oil tank very good looking installation and professionalism were a big part of the work done. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Liz Santos · 2026-09-11**: Shaffer Beacon is the best. dependable and thorough, techs did a great job, very professional and very courteous. Thank you! - **1/5 · Google Reviews · Wilbert Babbitt · 2026-09-09**: They certainly earned this one star review over the years. I had mini splits installed through this company a good 5 years ago. I was told they wouldn't need maintance. I've paid almost 5k in maintenance and cleaning fees since. Well, for maintance this time I looked around at other options and fou… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Eric Bennett · 2026-08-21**: Great service call with Paul and DeVonte. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Donald Anneser · 2026-08-12**: I had an emergency when our well pump broke, leaving our house without water. Shaffer Beacon responded promptly and was able to get our water back up and running. Replacing a well pump is a significant job, and I’m extremely grateful to Paul, Carlos, Alerek, and Mario for staying at our home and wor… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tony Plansky · 2026-08-02**: My hot water was not working. Alex came on a Saturday PM and solved the problem before he ended his work day. Thank you Alex, Tony - **5/5 · Google Reviews · DF · 2026-08-01**: Great work and good communications throughout the kitchen renovation project — super appreciated! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kathleen Connelly · 2026-07-15**: SHAFFER BEACON IS A COMPANY THAT EXCELLES IN EVERY AREA! THEY ARE FRIENDLY, COMPETENT, KNOWLEDGEABLE AND MAKE EVER EFFORT TO ASSIST THEIR CUSTOMERS AND GET THE JOB DONE IN A TIMELY MANNOR, NO COMPLAINTS WITH THIS COMPANY. YOU WON'T BE SORRY. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · David Shultz · 2026-07-08**: @ Tony C I scheduled a needed repair. The work was completed in a much shorter time than expected, but only to find out that the work was completed incorrectly. Tony C was then reassigned and came for a follow up. He correctly completed the work, took the time to explain the steps and the correc… - **1/5 · Google Reviews · Andrew Heggland · 2026-07-01**: Had used Shaffer Beacon for automatic oil delivery service for a very long time. I had service technicians come out twice and continued to have the same issue after multiple hundreds of dollars spent without remedy. I had a service technician come out today and diagnose and remedy the issue quickly … --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-10-08T19:41:48.962Z. Cite as: Shaffer Beacon Mechanical LLC — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/shaffer-beacon-mechanical-llc-granby) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/shaffer-beacon-mechanical-llc-granby ## Sitemap [Full site index](https://tavlee.com/sitemap.md)