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J & E Heating and Cooling, LLC

1004 Metropolis Street
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J & E Heating and Cooling, LLC

1004 Metropolis Street
5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Welcome to J&E Heating & Cooling, proudly servicing Metropolis, Illinois and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed!

"Very professional and competent service at a very reasonable price. I will certainly use them for any HVAV work needed."

Tim B on November 2021

Welcome to J&E Heating & Cooling, proudly servicing Metropolis, Illinois and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed!

"Very professional and competent service at a very reasonable price. I will certainly use them for any HVAV work needed."

Tim B on November 2021

Solar Wolf Energy

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Solar Wolf Energy

2.00(
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10 years of experience

Solar Wolf is a full service solar company with a great reputation and an old world belief to our customers. To under-promise and over-deliver, period. We have 18 years experience in construction, remodeling, roofing, solar water heaters, solar pv systems, battery back-up systems and much more. See what Solar Wolf Energy can do for you!

Solar Wolf is a full service solar company with a great reputation and an old world belief to our customers. To under-promise and over-deliver, period. We have 18 years experience in construction, remodeling, roofing, solar water heaters, solar pv systems, battery back-up systems and much more. See what Solar Wolf Energy can do for you!

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Eclipse Heating & Air, Inc.

Serving
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Eclipse Heating & Air, Inc.

Serving
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21 years of experience

Eclipse Heating & Air, Inc. has been a trusted provider of professional HVAC services in Plainfield, IL, since 2004. Locally owned and operated, we specialize in residential and light commercial heating and cooling solutions, including HVAC installation, furnace replacement, air conditioning repair, and ongoing HVAC maintenance. Our team of certified technicians is dedicated to delivering energy-efficient, cost-effective solutions tailored to your specific needs. We offer 24/7 emergency HVAC services to ensure your home or business stays comfortable, no matter the season. If you’re looking for reliable and affordable HVAC services in Plainfield, Naperville, Bolingbrook, Oswego, or the surrounding Chicagoland area, Eclipse Heating & Air, Inc. is here to help. From furnace upgrades to air conditioning installations and everything in between, we are committed to your year-round comfort. Eclipse Heating & Air, Inc. – Your Comfort. Our Priority. l

Eclipse Heating & Air, Inc. has been a trusted provider of professional HVAC services in Plainfield, IL, since 2004. Locally owned and operated, we specialize in residential and light commercial heating and cooling solutions, including HVAC installation, furnace replacement, air conditioning repair, and ongoing HVAC maintenance. Our team of certified technicians is dedicated to delivering energy-efficient, cost-effective solutions tailored to your specific needs. We offer 24/7 emergency HVAC services to ensure your home or business stays comfortable, no matter the season. If you’re looking for reliable and affordable HVAC services in Plainfield, Naperville, Bolingbrook, Oswego, or the surrounding Chicagoland area, Eclipse Heating & Air, Inc. is here to help. From furnace upgrades to air conditioning installations and everything in between, we are committed to your year-round comfort. Eclipse Heating & Air, Inc. – Your Comfort. Our Priority. l

Mike Essex Contracting

403 S Rains St.
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Mike Essex Contracting

403 S Rains St.
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18 years of experience

Mike Essex Contracting offers competitive pricing and bids. We also offer a limited warranty and guarantee on all work of product completed by Mike Essex Contracting. No job is ever to small nor to big and completed in a timely manner.

Mike Essex Contracting offers competitive pricing and bids. We also offer a limited warranty and guarantee on all work of product completed by Mike Essex Contracting. No job is ever to small nor to big and completed in a timely manner.

R.J. O'Neil, Inc.

1125 S. Lake Street
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R.J. O'Neil, Inc.

1125 S. Lake Street
1.00(
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99 years of experience

R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is a small shop with a lot of know-how. Since 1926, R. J. O’Neil, Inc. has been serving Montgomery, IL and the surrounding area. With a team of talented and skilled workers who can solve any plumbing or HVAC issue, it won’t matter if you own a business or if your problem is at home. From installing a faucet in your home or school to plumbing entire buildings, they have done it all. Always reliable and always on call, R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is the first choice in service and ability. Call us at (630)906-1300, email us at [email protected], or feel free to stop in at 1125 S. Lake Street, Montgomery, IL 60538.

"As a small business owner, I strongly caution others against this HVAC/R company. In over 10 years, they?ve been the least trustworthy and poorest performing contractor I?ve worked with. We experienced repeated service issues, a 25% rate hike without notice, ignored emails, and unreturned quote requests. Worse, we were billed for work that wasn?t done?confirmed twice, including by a third-party inspection with photos. Even when confronted, they deflected and delayed for months. We had to hire another company. They also mis-sized a walk-in freezer due to bad measurements and blamed their supplier. When shown proof it was undersized, they argued with no solution. They later mismeasured again on a replacement bid. Their attitude throughout was defensive, unprofessional, and dismissive. If something goes wrong?and it likely will?they will not stand behind their work. Save yourself the frustration and look elsewhere."

Jonathan D on July 2025

R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is a small shop with a lot of know-how. Since 1926, R. J. O’Neil, Inc. has been serving Montgomery, IL and the surrounding area. With a team of talented and skilled workers who can solve any plumbing or HVAC issue, it won’t matter if you own a business or if your problem is at home. From installing a faucet in your home or school to plumbing entire buildings, they have done it all. Always reliable and always on call, R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is the first choice in service and ability. Call us at (630)906-1300, email us at [email protected], or feel free to stop in at 1125 S. Lake Street, Montgomery, IL 60538.

"As a small business owner, I strongly caution others against this HVAC/R company. In over 10 years, they?ve been the least trustworthy and poorest performing contractor I?ve worked with. We experienced repeated service issues, a 25% rate hike without notice, ignored emails, and unreturned quote requests. Worse, we were billed for work that wasn?t done?confirmed twice, including by a third-party inspection with photos. Even when confronted, they deflected and delayed for months. We had to hire another company. They also mis-sized a walk-in freezer due to bad measurements and blamed their supplier. When shown proof it was undersized, they argued with no solution. They later mismeasured again on a replacement bid. Their attitude throughout was defensive, unprofessional, and dismissive. If something goes wrong?and it likely will?they will not stand behind their work. Save yourself the frustration and look elsewhere."

Jonathan D on July 2025

Baltzell Plumbing LLC

17889 New Ohio Coal Rd
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Baltzell Plumbing LLC

17889 New Ohio Coal Rd
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23 years of experience

Family owned and operated since 2002. Located in Pittsburg, Illinois and serving the entire Southern Illinois region including Benton, Harrisburg, Herrin, Marion, Johnston City, Murphysboro, Carbondale and West Frankfort.

Family owned and operated since 2002. Located in Pittsburg, Illinois and serving the entire Southern Illinois region including Benton, Harrisburg, Herrin, Marion, Johnston City, Murphysboro, Carbondale and West Frankfort.

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

If you want instant hot water and to reduce water waste while improving convenience, a hot water recirculating system is worth it, especially if you find your hot water heater is not hot enough. These systems can save thousands of gallons of water each year so you don't have to wait for hot water at faucets and showers. The upfront investment can be high, especially for systems requiring additional plumbing, but the long-term savings on water bills and added comfort make them a worthwhile upgrade.

Signs your water heater is about to fail include: a unit older than ten years, rust water coming from your faucets, banging and rumbling noises when you call for hot water, and leaks coming from the tank. You might also notice a foul odor when you turn on your hot water, akin to rotten eggs or sulfur. Of course, your water heater might also need replacement if your water doesn’t stay hot or takes longer to heat up.

A water heater is one of the heaviest hitters in your home, and it needs as much power as possible to help it run efficiently and effectively.

Your water heater should be on its own dedicated circuit breaker, with no other power sources running to it. This is required to meet the National Electric Code–and to ensure it runs as efficiently as possible.

Whether to repair or replace your water heater is determined by your water heater’s age and condition. If you have an older model reaching the end of its life expectancy or if your water heater has been having problems more frequently than usual, replacement might serve you better. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading to a tankless water heater, then you may not want to spend any further on repairing your old one, either.

The cost to replace a water heater depends on the type you choose (tank versus tankless) and the fuel type. You can expect to pay anywhere from $880 to $1,780 for a one-to-one replacement. If you’re switching from one type or energy source to another, labor costs will rise significantly for the extra amount of work. 

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