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Solar Wolf Energy

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Solar Wolf Energy

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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
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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.


Solutions Contracting

1173 BAinbridge St
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Solutions Contracting

1173 BAinbridge St
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19 years of experience

Solutions Contracting is dedicated to provide home and buisness owners with high quality construction, remodeling, and small project solutions, that are customized to our customers needs and wants. Solutions Contracting is certified to provide roofing and lead paint renovation services in Illinois. Although we are located in Barry Illinois we serve the entire west central Illinois area.

Solutions Contracting is dedicated to provide home and buisness owners with high quality construction, remodeling, and small project solutions, that are customized to our customers needs and wants. Solutions Contracting is certified to provide roofing and lead paint renovation services in Illinois. Although we are located in Barry Illinois we serve the entire west central Illinois area.

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.

Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater.

Your water heater's age can affect your homeowners' insurance policy. Many policies will ask how old the heater is when you first apply for a policy—and they may make you replace a model that's over 10 years old. 

Even if your policy permits you to have an older heater, it may significantly reduce the amount of protection available. If an older water heater suddenly leaks and causes damage to parts of your home, your policy may not cover it.

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.

Several things can void the warranty for your water heater. Many water heater manufacturers state that installing your own will void the warranty. However, even if you get away with performing the task yourself, incorrect installation, lack of a building permit, and improper repair work, regardless of licensing status, can all render your water heater unprotected by both the manufacturer's warranty and any installation warranties. 

Standard electric water heaters (about 40 gallons) typically need a 30-amp circuit breaker. But if you have a newer model, a tankless water heater, or one that’s more energy efficient, you’ll likely need a higher amperage to power it. 

Having the right size circuit breaker for your water heater is an important part of making sure it heats water efficiently and runs safely. A licensed electrician can help you navigate your options, and determine what you need for your new water heater. 

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