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MB Heating & Cooling

1555 W Jefferson St
4.58(
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MB Heating & Cooling

1555 W Jefferson St
4.58(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

MB Heating & Cooling offers the best furnace and heating repair in Springfield, IL. We are leaders in heating and cooling, as well as plumbing service and electrical service. Families turn to MB in the winter for furnace repair and furnace installation needs. We also provide drain cleaning service, as well as plumbing repairs. Do you need heat pump repair? Is your heater acting up? The trained HVAC technicians at MB will determine the cause of your heating issue and restore your home to the comfort level you need. We're the best in Springfield, IL HVAC! Schedule heating, plumbing and electrical service from our team today! We update our offers to give you the best savings possible. Financing available too. Book your appointment today!

"Completely waste of time and money! I asked my wife to call MB Heating and Cooling because of good reviews from folks and we had an issue with water leaking from the condenser unit of the heat pump in the house. I had already taken apart the PVC piping to the drain because it was clogged and used a shop-vac to suck up the water and to suck out the clogged PVC piping. Problem was in putting everything back together - I didn't have the right tools to keep the pipes from leaking and I wanted to be able to maintenance the plumbing periodically so it stays free of clogs in the future. When the MB guy (Elberg, Robert) came out, he looked at the problem and said it needed to be glued to stop from leaking or replace parts of it with compression fittings. I can't believe the guy left WITHOUT FIXING THE PROBLEM and expected full price payment for his opinion. I already knew what the problem was and was willing to pay for this to be fixed! This was completely NOT ACCEPTABLE and I am mad."

Laszlo A on September 2025

MB Heating & Cooling offers the best furnace and heating repair in Springfield, IL. We are leaders in heating and cooling, as well as plumbing service and electrical service. Families turn to MB in the winter for furnace repair and furnace installation needs. We also provide drain cleaning service, as well as plumbing repairs. Do you need heat pump repair? Is your heater acting up? The trained HVAC technicians at MB will determine the cause of your heating issue and restore your home to the comfort level you need. We're the best in Springfield, IL HVAC! Schedule heating, plumbing and electrical service from our team today! We update our offers to give you the best savings possible. Financing available too. Book your appointment today!

"Completely waste of time and money! I asked my wife to call MB Heating and Cooling because of good reviews from folks and we had an issue with water leaking from the condenser unit of the heat pump in the house. I had already taken apart the PVC piping to the drain because it was clogged and used a shop-vac to suck up the water and to suck out the clogged PVC piping. Problem was in putting everything back together - I didn't have the right tools to keep the pipes from leaking and I wanted to be able to maintenance the plumbing periodically so it stays free of clogs in the future. When the MB guy (Elberg, Robert) came out, he looked at the problem and said it needed to be glued to stop from leaking or replace parts of it with compression fittings. I can't believe the guy left WITHOUT FIXING THE PROBLEM and expected full price payment for his opinion. I already knew what the problem was and was willing to pay for this to be fixed! This was completely NOT ACCEPTABLE and I am mad."

Laszlo A on September 2025

Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

Service costs range from $200 to $1,500, depending on maintenance needs, system age, and labor.

Most HVAC companies charge a flat service call fee of between $75 and $150, which includes traveling to your home and inspecting your system to find the underlying problem. Keep in mind that these prices only include diagnostics and the actual repairs will usually be billed separately. If you’re calling for routine service, the service call will be included in your inspection and tune-up, with the total sitting around $150. Your prices could be a little higher if you have a very large home with multiple condensers and air handlers, as inspections and servicing take longer.

An evaporator or swamp cooler is a common alternative for small spaces. These coolers blow moist air into a space to help cool it down. They are more affordable than misters and use much less water. However, coolers will not have the same cooling effect as misters, cannot help plants survive the heat, and only reach a small area.

Your HVAC manufacturer will give you instructions on how often you should service your system. Have your unit professionally serviced at least once a year when in doubt. 

Heat pump systems are different because they provide heating and cooling solutions for your home. In this case, you should have it serviced at least twice a year.

HVAC systems usually last between 10 and 30 years, with most having a lifespan of around 20 years. Factors that impact a unit’s life expectancy include which brand you choose, how often you use it, and how well you maintain it. To make sure yours lasts as long as possible, make sure to keep it clean and schedule an annual service with an HVAC technician.

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