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Top-Rated Heating and air conditioning pros in Lake Forest - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.6(
433
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallCentral A/C - Service or Repair+18 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was our second call to All Temp for service. Mike was our technician and he is very knowledgeable and professional. He gave some good advice on cooling our house, what to look for in the HVAC system in a new house (we are looking), and didn't try to up-sell me on things we didn't need. He was quick with his assessment and work. We'll be calling them again if we have HVAC issues."
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+2

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mr Duct Chicagoland
Mr Duct Chicagoland
4.8(
863
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallAir Ducts & Vents - Clean+2 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent, timely, and knowledgeale service. I had them come to clean the air ducts, but they were able to comprehensively answer some other questions I had about my HVAC situation. I am going to use them from now on for my HVAC needs. Recommend!"
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A Mr. Duct technician cleaning a dryer vent at a pet salon
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+81

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for G & R Heating & Air
G & R Heating & Air
4.6(
139
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallElectric Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install+47 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"HVAC machine outside wasn’t working. Ricardo ? was so good at explaining & suggesting his expert ideas. There was a mouse & nest inside the machine & wires were severed. He removed the critter & nest & repaired the wires. All is working again. What a great guy he is!!"
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+20

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
142 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for CR Mechanical Services, LLC
CR Mechanical Services, LLC
4.7(
53
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Central A/C - InstallDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or ReplaceDucts & Vents - Install or Replace+3 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rick came to my home and gave us a proposal to remove and replace our old furnace and electric water heater. His cost was more than fair. Craig came early on the scheduled day. In no time he had the old equipment removed. The new equipment installations were all completed the same day. My experiance with C.R. Mechanical Services was better than expected. Rick and Craig were both friendly and professional through-out the whole project. I will highly recommend them for anyone in need of a HVAC contractor."
Office furnace
Furnace for office
Office ac coil with damper
Shah furnace
Shah furnace

+8

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Phoenix HVAC, LLC
Phoenix HVAC, LLC
4.8(
64
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallCentral A/C - Service or Repair+11 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony is a skilled, experienced HVAC technician. He started this business from scratch and has worked hard to build it and grow it in a very short time. His success speaks to the quality of the work he does and the service he provides."
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+21

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Dr. HVAC Heating and Cooling
4.5(
376
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Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Repair

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Dr. HVAC has been in business for 31 years, owned and operated by Steve Rokkas. Steve is personally involved with every project to insure complete customer satisfaction. If you are in need of a full-service HVAC contractor, call Dr. HVAC for reliable, speedy installation at the best prices in the Skokie, IL area. If you are looking for duct work or heating services call Dr. HVAC for the best customer service in the area. Contact us today!\nAll equipment comes with 5 yr part customer has to register for 10yrs parts

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Heating and Air Conditioning FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, mini-split or ductless AC systems add value to a home and do not devalue it. They are an attractive feature for potential buyers, especially in older homes without existing ductwork, as they provide a practical air conditioning solution without the significant expense and hassle of installing traditional ducts. Ductless systems also eliminate issues associated with conventional ductwork, such as noise and the potential for pests. Furthermore, homeowners value energy-efficient solutions, and mini-splits offer high efficiency for both heating and cooling, plus zoned temperature control. This leads to lower energy consumption and reduced electric bills, which is a major selling point.

No. Evaporator coils are designed to work with specific refrigerant types, and they are rated by what kinds of refrigerant they use. It’s indicated with an “R” code. It’s important to match your evaporator coil and refrigerant or your system will not work properly. An AC technician can tell you what type of refrigerant your system needs and what evaporator coils will work with it.

Yes, high-efficiency models reduce environmental impact with lower energy use.

The standard HVAC warranty is around five years. Still, many brands offer an extension to 10 years if you register the product within a specific timeframe, typically 60 to 90 days post-purchase or HVAC installation. Over the past decade, warranty periods have substantially increased, shifting from 3-5 years in the 90s to the now-prevalent 10+ year warranties. Both warranty types cover parts failing due to manufacturer defects, incurring no additional costs. Some manufacturers provide extended warranties surpassing the usual 15- to 20-year window, though these often involve extra fees. 

The size window AC you need depends on the BTU and the size of the room you’re cooling. For a room with 8-foot ceilings, look for about 20 BTU per square foot of the room. For example, a 12-by-12-foot room should have an air conditioner with 2,880 BTU. You can buy something slightly more powerful, but don’t overshoot the BTU for a small room, or you’ll waste energy and have higher bills.

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