I came across a short article on the globe and mail about web hosting providers and not all of them being created equal. David McKendrick, CEO of Fused Network contributed some of the answers fielded by Mark Evans regarding web hosting.

“Just like cars, not all brands are created equal, and more often than not certain types can lead to a lot of headaches later on down the road,” he says. “The quality of service offered by a hosting company is quickly reflected in their service. If they cut corners and use lower quality hardware, support teams or network gear, the difference is often like night and day.” - David McKendrick

You can read more of the article on the globe and mail site, not all hosts created equal.