J&R Herra, Inc.

About us

Our family owned and operated business has been serving Kane County and the Chicagoland suburbs for nearly forty years. Our practiced and experienced technicians work tirelessly to keep your home comfortable, healthy, and safe. J&R Herra will be there when you need us, charge a fair and honest flat rate price, and stand behind our work. Have an emergency? We have technicians on call twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Additional address- PO Box 8032, Elburn, IL 60119 Additional contact - Brian Herra ([email protected])

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
51 years of experience

Services we offer

Inc. works on residential and commerical properties alike. Our company has a wealth of experience on new construction, J&R Herra, air conditioning, and all service repair work. Our specific services include the following; geothermal heating & cooling, electric, heating, hepa filters & ultraviolet lights., plumbing, radiant heat, remodels, water heaters, water softeners

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.438 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
76%
4
8%
3
3%
2
8%
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Gary H.
Dec 2022
1.0
$400
My furnace went out on Saturday night. I decided to wait until Monday to call instead of paying overtime costs. I can't imagine how much that would cost. The technician found a bad ignitor, which I know costs $30-70. Average price for this service is about $250. He was at my house for less than 40 minutes.............over $400 !!!!!

Michael M.
May 2022
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They did come out very promptly and they were able to fix it. They did a good job. I would recommend them. They were very helpful. They knew what they are doing they were courteous to come out in the middle of the night. I think that they do have a competent price for an emergency call and job.

Janet V.
Jun 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$364
The service person from J&R Herra was professional and courteous. He diagnosed the issues with our air-conditioning unit and fixed it right away. He was also masked and gloved during our interaction due to the COVID situation and the payment transaction was touch-less. Highly recommend!

Michael L.
Feb 2020
1.0
$89
Technician claimed boiler was unrepairable and even if it was, fixing the heat exchange would cost as much as a new boiler. Quoted a price of $10,000.00 Called another company and after checking for any leaks, proceeded to clean the unit for $599.00. They call what was done to me by Gerea, as the complete failure scam.

Philip N.
Jan 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Work went very well. Reviewed options with me based on my requirements. Water heater has been performing as expected since installation a few months ago.

Stephen E.
Nov 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
No problems or surprises.

Shaun E.
Jul 2017
2.0
Paid for them to come out and inspect my heating/air system. Technician arrived on time and was fairly helpful describing the work that needed to be done. Asked them to send me a detailed quote of the work to be done. Never received the quote. Called and spoke to someone in the office that said they would get a hold of the tech and get me a quote. Still didn't receive a quote. Called and asked to speak with the tech that did the inspection. After giving the person my information, I was put on hold. Agent came back and said Brian (the owner) was handling it and would get back to me. Months later never received anything. No idea what the issue was, but I don't think I should have to beg to get a quote, especially after I paid for an inspection.

Doreen S.
Jun 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
My water heater was leaking and they came and did the temporary by-pass on my water heater.

Stephen E.
May 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
I am on a service contract. I pay about $400.00 a year.

Dee J.
Aug 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Dee J.
May 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Adam R.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown
Response from J&R Herra, Inc.

"[Member name removed], Thank you for the feedback. Communication with customers and scheduling service appointments are areas we value just as much as our technical capabilities out in the field. We are so glad we were able to address your plumbing needs before all of these crazy, heavy rains. Hopefully your home has remained safe, comfortable, and DRY. We look forward to any future opportunities to work with you. Thanks again for your kind words and patronage. Take care and enjoy the rest of the summer. Let's hope for some more sun!"


Donna M.
Apr 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown
Response from J&R Herra, Inc.

"Thank you for the review! In addition to the water heater, we hope your replaced master bath faucets are still "transforming" that space and offering you a fresh, new look. It is always a privilege doing work for you, and we sincerely appreciate your patronage. If there is anything more we can do to better serve you as our customer, please don't hesitate giving us a call. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Take care and enjoy the summer."


Kathy H.
Mar 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
Great.
Response from J&R Herra, Inc.

"[member name removed], We greatly appreciate your feedback, as well as your business. We will use your comments to better our company in how we serve you and our other customers. Short of this early spring snow, we hope you enjoy the warming weather in the Chicagoland area. Warmest regards!"


Al M.
Feb 2015
2.0
$409

**  $409.00 to replace a tub handle -- REDICOULOUS  & SHAMEFULL **

Contacted the company agreed to an $89.00 "after hours" fee for a tub handle that would not turn the water off completely.  The repairman identified the handle as the problem.  He did not have the part on his truck so he went to Lowes, 1/2 , mile from the location, and replaced the part.  Then came the bill $409.00!!!!!!!  DO NOT USE HIS COMPANY!!!  WARNING



Response from J&R Herra, Inc.

"Mr. [member name removed], First, thank you for taking the time to review your recent experience with our company. We read and reflect upon each review with serious consideration and scrutiny, as they are our measure for improvement and growth. We work tirelessly to bring comfort and care to all of our customers. Please know that your happiness is our first priority. That being said, I am so very sorry for your unpleasant service experience with J & R Herra. Please feel free calling our shop office and speaking with Brian directly or with our plumbing manager to bring some rectification to your billing issue. I sincerely apology for any stress or heartache this situation has caused you and your household. We would greatly appreciate any opportunity to make it up to you. Again, thank you for reaching out and sharing your words. We value them more than you know."


Blair P.
Jan 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
They were very prompt and did excellent work. They were able to consult with us on our options for the sump pump and then provided the one that matched our needs.
Response from J&R Herra, Inc.

"Thank you for your review. We always try to offer and explain various solutions to our customers' problems as everyone's circumstances are unique. Our primary goal is to restore safety and comfort to your household environment. We appreciate your business and are eternally grateful to you for taking the time to comment on our company."


DIANE S.
Dec 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,900
lThe installation went very well. They did an excellent job with the venting to the outside. It looks very neat both inside & out.  We're very pleased with the installation.
Response from J&R Herra, Inc.

"(member name removed), We hope your water heater is performing as it should, and we are pleased to hear you are satisfied with the installation. Thank you for taking a moment to comment on our company. We truly value every little bit of feedback, as it helps us perform and grow as a small business. We are so grateful for your business and look forward to helping you in any way in the future. Take care."


Trina F.
Oct 2014
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$259
The technician did not show up for the appointment nor did they call to cancel and reschedule.  When we called, they rescheduled and then arrived on time and completed the work quickly.  We have used JR Herra many times and have never had this problem in the past.  They are usually very punctual and we have always been pleased with their work and cost.
Response from J&R Herra, Inc.

"Thank you for your recent Angie's List review describing our services and the problem you experienced with our scheduling and punctuality. I appreciate your candor and must agree that we were not utilizing very effective communication skills. Please accept my sincere apologies. We are not taking your dissatisfaction in this area lightly. In fact, your comments have been forwarded to several key people in our organization, including our president. We used your experience to improve our internal service-communication process. We take our customer's feedback and use it to guide us professionally to be the best and the brightest in the industry. Again, thank you for your loyal patronage. We greatly appreciate the time you took to help make us a better business."


Jelena F.
Oct 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$55,000
Always professional, prompt, and pleasant.

Manny R.
Sep 2014
3.0
$250

I had J&R Herra come in to do a yearly service/check up on HVAC/Air Exchange system that came with the home I had recently purchased.  I was told to call them since they were the ones that installed the system, so I did.  The gentleman that came in was punctual and went right to work, however his communication skills were horrible.  He never really made us feel comfortable and was more concerned with finishing and leaving.  When I made the appointment I told them that I was interested in learning how the system worked since I had never owned a geothermal unit before.  They said sure but that never happened.

A detailed invoice was left stating that I needed to replace a part.  I assumed I would receive a phone call to schedule this service but I never did.  I called back two weeks later to ask for the service be done.  They said they would order the part and call me back.  That was about 3 weeks ago and still waiting for that call.

I prefer companies that keep their customers up to date and informed.  The overall customer service has been the disappointing part for me.  I will try some other company moving forward.



PHYLLIS W.
Jun 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Donna M.
Jun 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
unknown

Daniel S.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
unknown

William S.
Apr 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
unknown

David M.
Mar 2014
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
Came on time, was not the original person who quoted job, and was able to size up the job and get it done with.
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FAQ

J&R Herra, Inc. is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.
J&R Herra, Inc. accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
No, J&R Herra, Inc. does not offer free project estimates.
No, J&R Herra, Inc. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, J&R Herra, Inc. does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, J&R Herra, Inc. offers emergency services.
No, J&R Herra, Inc. does not offer warranties.

Contact Information

210 E North St, ELBURN, IL 60119

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