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Avatar for Porterhouse Heating & Cooling
Porterhouse Heating & Cooling
4.8(
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallBoiler or Radiator Heating System - Install or Replace+16 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A big shout-out to Shawn and his team. He was very knowledgeable, addressed all of our concerns, and made us feel comfortable. We had a full furnace and AC replacement and not only did he make a great offer, but they were on-time, fast and professional. Job well done! I would recommend Porterhouse cooling to everybody who is thinking about some HVAC work."
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Response time9 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.6(
433
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallBoiler or Radiator Heating System - Install or Replace+18 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1946

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Emergency services offered

"We have been happy with All Temp Heating/Air Conditioning Inc.  Then they told us we needed a part, I think the part was like 600 dollars.  So we didn't know what to do.  Originally All Temp had installed the air conditioner.  The reason we didn't use All Temp is because the charge for servicing the air conditioner was more."
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Response time3 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
417
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install+47 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1904

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service from my first call to Hope and then Linda who explained in complete detail what would be required to service my air conditioner and the cost. The servicemen, Branden and Jose, were very professional and went over my HVAC unit completely. The only access to the unit’s condenser coil is from the outside which needed to be cleaned/hosed down. I’m in a 3rd floor condo which requires an extension ladder to reach. Most HVAC service will not go any higher than 25 feet but the Shavitz servicemen had no problem reaching my unit which is approximately 35 feet up. Price for the service was a little higher than I expected but I fully understand after observing the work done. I will highly recommend Shavitz to others in my condo building including our building manager and also anyone who is in need of HVAC service. Great service from my initial call thru service completion."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Preferred Comfort Heating and Cooling
Preferred Comfort Heating and Cooling
4.9(
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Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Repair

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"Vinny came over to my home the same day to give an estimate as I needed to replace my exisiting humidifier. I already knew it wasn’t working and super old so best to replace it. He explained everything to me when looking at my furnace room. Explained the different size and efficiency of the various models I could use with the size of my home. Quick to schedule installation as well :) I will definitely use this company for future HVAC needs!"
Ready & able to install same day or the next!
Commercial rooftop repair
Full installation. Can’t stop a Trane!
Replacing a condenser coil (Ameristar)
Commercial B&G pump

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Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Home Comfort Systems Inc
4.9(
315
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace+47 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

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Emergency services offered

"My old central air unit went out on a Sunday. I sent an email to Home Comfort Systems, who we have been using for heating and cooling service, because it was a Sunday not expecting to hear back until Monday. Within a half hour I received a call from Steve the owner. I told him what was going on. He gave me an estimate over the phone. About an hour later he called back and asked to come over and look at my current system. I said that was fine. He came by looked things over and confirmed his estimate. He gave me information on the unit that he would install and said that it could be done on Tues. morning. Tuesday morning the crew showed up (Rich and Mike). They were courteous and efficient. They removed the old equipment and installed the new and had everything cleaned up and the new system running within 3 hours. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing heating and cooling work."
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Response time8 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
Avatar for Besco Air Inc
Besco Air Inc
4.7(
833
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallElectric Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install+47 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

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Emergency services offered

"The contractor was very nice and explained everything to me about the functioning of the HVAC unit. Also advised that I change the igniter every 5 years. He showed me that the existing igniter was turning white in color, which is not good and causes most of the HVAC units to stop working. He gave me valuable tips on doing preventive maintenance and what to do if I ever see smoke from the unit. I will certainly call them for future servicing appointments. I feel very satisfied and safe knowing that they will work on my HVAC unit in the future.
I highly recommend Besco Air Heating & Cooling.
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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JML HEATING & COOLING INC
4.8(
42
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Central A/C - InstallDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or ReplaceGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install+47 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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"JML did a great job replacing a cracked portion of a condensate line in my attic. The cracked PVC was up in the attic which is in a tight spot. Derek showed up the next day after I called and went up into the attic found the crack and replaced the pipe in a hour. There was only professionalism from him despite having to be in a hot tight attic digging through insulation for a hour replacing this condensate line. I would definitely hire this company again for any HVAC / Water Heater needs."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for G & R Heating & Air
G & R Heating & Air
4.6(
127
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallElectric Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install+47 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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"I had a great experience with their HVAC services. They repaired my electrical baseboard heater quickly and made sure everything was working perfectly before leaving. The team was professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable. They also installed our new central A/C system smoothly with no issues at all. Communication was clear throughout the process, and the pricing was fair. Highly satisfied with the quality of work and customer service. I would definitely recommend them for any heating or cooling needs."
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Response time11 hrs
98 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Heating and Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

Choosing between a ductless mini-split and central AC depends on your specific needs. Ductless mini-splits are ideal for targeted cooling, providing zoned comfort and energy efficiency. They are perfect for smaller spaces or homes lacking ductwork. In contrast, central AC offers consistent cooling throughout the entire house but requires ductwork and may be less energy-efficient for smaller spaces. 

Consider factors like budget, home size, and cooling preferences to make the right choice. Combining both systems, with a ductless mini-split in specific areas, can also be a viable solution for tailored comfort and overall efficiency.

You can run an HRV with air conditioning—assuming that you decide to keep the system on during the summer. The HRV will continue to bring in fresh outdoor air, which will then flow into your AC unit and cool down your home. It will also keep moving the stuffy indoor air out of your house.

Most units are designed only to cool the house down to 20 degrees less than the temperature outside. This means that if it’s 99 degrees Fahrenheit out and you’re trying to cool your home down to 65 degrees, you’ll notice your AC is struggling. 

Lower the blinds on all your windows, turn on your ceiling fans, and keep the thermostat at a consistent temperature to help your AC do its job. Investing in an HVAC maintenance plan also helps because pros will come out to inspect and tune up your unit regularly, keeping it in optimal working condition.

Yes, you can build a deck over your outdoor HVAC unit, but you need to leave at least 5 feet of vertical clearance above the unit. If you don’t want your deck to be that high off the ground, you could build a floating deck in another part of your yard—again, as long as you leave at least 4 feet of horizontal space between the deck and your AC unit.

The average life span of an HVAC system is 15 to 20 years. Even if your old air conditioner is still functional, it isn't as energy-efficient as a newer system (especially one with an Energy Star designation). Older HVAC systems aren't as efficient, and the 10-year mark is when you should start making full system replacement plans. Twenty years in, that plan should be well underway rather than waiting for the unit to die.

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