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Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning

4.75(
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Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning

4.75(
401
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
1904 years of experience

Whether you need to have your air conditioning system completely replaced or you just need some basic heating repairs, call the friendly and professional technicians at Shavitz Heating & Air Conditioning. We value our Chicago heating and air conditioning customers and treat them like our family. We want you to be comfortable in your home. That is why we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee and a lifetime workmanship warranty. Also, if we cannot install a new AC or heating system for you in a day, our technicians will deliver a portable heater or air conditioning system so that you can stay comfortable in your home. Call our team today to schedule HVAC services in the Chicagoland area.

"The technician arrived precisely on schedule and performed a thorough checkup of the heating system, using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools. He also explained the condition of the furnace and helpfully forecasted its likely future."

John P on September 2025

Whether you need to have your air conditioning system completely replaced or you just need some basic heating repairs, call the friendly and professional technicians at Shavitz Heating & Air Conditioning. We value our Chicago heating and air conditioning customers and treat them like our family. We want you to be comfortable in your home. That is why we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee and a lifetime workmanship warranty. Also, if we cannot install a new AC or heating system for you in a day, our technicians will deliver a portable heater or air conditioning system so that you can stay comfortable in your home. Call our team today to schedule HVAC services in the Chicagoland area.

"The technician arrived precisely on schedule and performed a thorough checkup of the heating system, using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools. He also explained the condition of the furnace and helpfully forecasted its likely future."

John P on September 2025


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G & R Heating & Air

4.51(
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G & R Heating & Air

4.51(
98
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

We are a family owned and operated company, specializing in heating and cooling services, installs, repairs, and more! We personally care for each customer like our own family. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all of the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very impressed with G & R Heating & Air! They arrived on time and got our heater running perfectly. Honest pricing and excellent customer care. Will definitely call them again."

Max G on November 2025

We are a family owned and operated company, specializing in heating and cooling services, installs, repairs, and more! We personally care for each customer like our own family. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all of the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very impressed with G & R Heating & Air! They arrived on time and got our heater running perfectly. Honest pricing and excellent customer care. Will definitely call them again."

Max G on November 2025


"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023

Basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Family operated since 1957 with over 500,000 dry basements. Free consultations. Lifetime warranties available. Award winning company.

"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023


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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

3.99(
561
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

3.99(
561
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1935 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They had to come two extra times to fix the work that was done."

Jamal J on April 2025

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They had to come two extra times to fix the work that was done."

Jamal J on April 2025


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Glenbrook Heating & Air Conditioning

4.98(
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Glenbrook Heating & Air Conditioning

4.98(
421
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned & operated in the Glenbrook Area since 1969. We can take care of all of your heating and air needs. Call us today to become part of the Glenbrook Family! Ask us how we are different from other heating and air conditioning companies.

"Very professional. Provided excellent options and installation was efficient and clean"

Jeffrey S on January 2025

Family owned & operated in the Glenbrook Area since 1969. We can take care of all of your heating and air needs. Call us today to become part of the Glenbrook Family! Ask us how we are different from other heating and air conditioning companies.

"Very professional. Provided excellent options and installation was efficient and clean"

Jeffrey S on January 2025


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Adam's Water Treatment Inc

5.00(
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Adam's Water Treatment Inc

5.00(
157
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have been in the water treatment business since 1989, we offer very fair pricing, free estimates and free water analysis. Active military families receive free service calls. We are pleased to announce that we won the Angie's List 2012 and 2013 and 2014 Super Service Award.

"Set up was done nice and clean."

Dan S on June 2023

We have been in the water treatment business since 1989, we offer very fair pricing, free estimates and free water analysis. Active military families receive free service calls. We are pleased to announce that we won the Angie's List 2012 and 2013 and 2014 Super Service Award.

"Set up was done nice and clean."

Dan S on June 2023


Perrin Gas

4.97(
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Perrin Gas

4.97(
292
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

Been in business since 1985. Worked for Nicor gas company for 34 years. I specialize in the installation,and repairs of all gas piping,grills ,gas logs, gas lights, furnaces, water heaters,ranges. 1 Employee, no subs, Cost Is Determined By The Job, No Travel Charges, No Extra Charge For 24-Hour Emergency Service. Call today and I will be there today.

"First Eric is a super nice person! Definitely knew what he was talking about, charged us appropriately for the work and made sure everything worked efficiently before leaving. Honestly the best experience I’ve had with a home issue/fix! Definitely recommend!"

Jorie M on May 2024

Been in business since 1985. Worked for Nicor gas company for 34 years. I specialize in the installation,and repairs of all gas piping,grills ,gas logs, gas lights, furnaces, water heaters,ranges. 1 Employee, no subs, Cost Is Determined By The Job, No Travel Charges, No Extra Charge For 24-Hour Emergency Service. Call today and I will be there today.

"First Eric is a super nice person! Definitely knew what he was talking about, charged us appropriately for the work and made sure everything worked efficiently before leaving. Honestly the best experience I’ve had with a home issue/fix! Definitely recommend!"

Jorie M on May 2024


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Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Co

4.92(
421
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Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Co

4.92(
421
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Company, located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, is a family-owned and operated heating and cooling business that has served the Northwest Suburban Chicago for over 74 years. Founded in a small barn, located in Mt. Prospect, Illinois, by brothers Ralph and Arthur Ibbotson in 1946, Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Company consisted of one employee and a Chevy station wagon. Second generation partners Ralph Ibbotson Jr., (Son of Ralph Sr.) and the late John R. Kelly (Son-In-Law of Art) took the company and grew it from a small operation to the most dependable and reliable heating and cooling company in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Now Ibbotson Heating and Cooling is in its third generation With Ralph Ibbotson Jr., still a current owner along with partner Rich Okolita (Son-In-Law of John) and Rich's wife Jacqueline (daughter of John) who is installation/sales manager. Ralph’s son, Gregory is the NATE-certified service manager; son-in-law Brian is one of the NATE-certified salesman, daughter Joanna is the accountant, and daughter-in-law Kimberly is the service administrative assistant. Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Company maintains a highly-trained staff of NATE-certified service technicians and is up-to-date on the latest high-efficient air conditioning and heating technologies. Ibbotson's goal is to provide high-quality service and installation. Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Company is proud to be a Lennox Premier Dealer (Lennox’s highest dealer rating). We are also an authorized Carrier dealer providing our customers with many options for their home comfort needs. We pride ourselves in doing the job right.

"Requested an appointment for a quote for replacing a 20-year-old inherited system that was failing but limping along. Before the scheduled date, the system completely failed. Called Ibbotson, and they were able to move my appointment up to the following day. Rich was on time, thorough, and gave us a very good quote. He called to verify stock on the unit we needed, and was able to schedule a team for install the next day. Install team was on time and very professional. They took good care to make sure they didn't damage our house or floors. Advised on everything they were doing, and why it was important. Hauled everything away efficiently. No attempts to upsell to things we didn't request/need. Gave great advice on how to keep the system running smoothly for years. On the one very minor "damage" item (leaked a small amount of oil on driveway), they called my attention to it, cleaned it up with a drying compound, and advised on how to make it gone. They could have ignored this/hoped I wouldn't notice. Appreciate the professionalism. Could not have had a better experience. Great team effort between sales office, estimator, install crew."

Mike D on October 2021

Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Company, located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, is a family-owned and operated heating and cooling business that has served the Northwest Suburban Chicago for over 74 years. Founded in a small barn, located in Mt. Prospect, Illinois, by brothers Ralph and Arthur Ibbotson in 1946, Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Company consisted of one employee and a Chevy station wagon. Second generation partners Ralph Ibbotson Jr., (Son of Ralph Sr.) and the late John R. Kelly (Son-In-Law of Art) took the company and grew it from a small operation to the most dependable and reliable heating and cooling company in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Now Ibbotson Heating and Cooling is in its third generation With Ralph Ibbotson Jr., still a current owner along with partner Rich Okolita (Son-In-Law of John) and Rich's wife Jacqueline (daughter of John) who is installation/sales manager. Ralph’s son, Gregory is the NATE-certified service manager; son-in-law Brian is one of the NATE-certified salesman, daughter Joanna is the accountant, and daughter-in-law Kimberly is the service administrative assistant. Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Company maintains a highly-trained staff of NATE-certified service technicians and is up-to-date on the latest high-efficient air conditioning and heating technologies. Ibbotson's goal is to provide high-quality service and installation. Ibbotson Heating & Air Conditioning Company is proud to be a Lennox Premier Dealer (Lennox’s highest dealer rating). We are also an authorized Carrier dealer providing our customers with many options for their home comfort needs. We pride ourselves in doing the job right.

"Requested an appointment for a quote for replacing a 20-year-old inherited system that was failing but limping along. Before the scheduled date, the system completely failed. Called Ibbotson, and they were able to move my appointment up to the following day. Rich was on time, thorough, and gave us a very good quote. He called to verify stock on the unit we needed, and was able to schedule a team for install the next day. Install team was on time and very professional. They took good care to make sure they didn't damage our house or floors. Advised on everything they were doing, and why it was important. Hauled everything away efficiently. No attempts to upsell to things we didn't request/need. Gave great advice on how to keep the system running smoothly for years. On the one very minor "damage" item (leaked a small amount of oil on driveway), they called my attention to it, cleaned it up with a drying compound, and advised on how to make it gone. They could have ignored this/hoped I wouldn't notice. Appreciate the professionalism. Could not have had a better experience. Great team effort between sales office, estimator, install crew."

Mike D on October 2021


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Duct Masters Inc

4.97(
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Duct Masters Inc

4.97(
222
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

Duct Masters®, Inc. is a full service company providing air duct and dryer vent cleaning services. We are not franchised or associated with any Duct Masters franchises. As a Father and Son Owned and Operated business since 1998, we place a strong emphasis on our superior quality, exceptional customer service and competitive pricing. Duct Masters®, Inc. is fully licensed, bonded and insured, so you're assured of top-notch, professional and personalized service every time you put us to work. We're not finished until you're satisfied! Call us today for a Free Estimate and start breathing the Clean Air your family deserves!

"I would highly recommend the team at Duct Masters. Roger was clear in explaining their process and costs prior to hiring them. Chad and Jeremiah were meticulous in their work and took time to answer any question I had while they performed the cleaning. I liked the fact that they only do duct cleaning and don't try and expand their services beyond that."

michael b on March 2021

Duct Masters®, Inc. is a full service company providing air duct and dryer vent cleaning services. We are not franchised or associated with any Duct Masters franchises. As a Father and Son Owned and Operated business since 1998, we place a strong emphasis on our superior quality, exceptional customer service and competitive pricing. Duct Masters®, Inc. is fully licensed, bonded and insured, so you're assured of top-notch, professional and personalized service every time you put us to work. We're not finished until you're satisfied! Call us today for a Free Estimate and start breathing the Clean Air your family deserves!

"I would highly recommend the team at Duct Masters. Roger was clear in explaining their process and costs prior to hiring them. Chad and Jeremiah were meticulous in their work and took time to answer any question I had while they performed the cleaning. I liked the fact that they only do duct cleaning and don't try and expand their services beyond that."

michael b on March 2021


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Lakeside Plumbing Inc

4.89(
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Lakeside Plumbing Inc

4.89(
356
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Lakeside Plumbing, Inc. is a family owned and operated plumbing company serving the North Shore and northwest suburbs for over 20 years. We specialize in plumbing repair work, residential work, new construction, commercial and remodeling jobs. We also offer emergency services 24 x 7.

"The work wasn't easy but Nick was more than up to the task. Completed in four hours, his commitment to the workmanship needed and the efficiency in which it was done is the reason we have repeatedly hired Lakeside Plumbing. We were (and are) in awe and gratitude."

Donald L on February 2025

Lakeside Plumbing, Inc. is a family owned and operated plumbing company serving the North Shore and northwest suburbs for over 20 years. We specialize in plumbing repair work, residential work, new construction, commercial and remodeling jobs. We also offer emergency services 24 x 7.

"The work wasn't easy but Nick was more than up to the task. Completed in four hours, his commitment to the workmanship needed and the efficiency in which it was done is the reason we have repeatedly hired Lakeside Plumbing. We were (and are) in awe and gratitude."

Donald L on February 2025

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Electric water heaters typically last 10 to 20 years, though proper maintenance can extend their lifespan. If your unit is over a decade old and showing signs of inefficiency—such as higher energy bills, frequent repairs, or leaks—replacement is a smart investment. Tankless models last over 20 years, which can make them a longer-lasting alternative to traditional tank water heaters.

Choosing between an electric water heater vs. a gas water heater comes down to personal preference. Overall, electric heaters are more energy efficient than their gas competitors. They’re also quieter to operate, take up less room, and don’t come with a risk of gas leaks. 

The downside is that electric water heaters cost more to operate than gas. They might also struggle to heat water fast enough for households that use large amounts of hot water. Lastly, a power outage could cause your electric water heater to stop working, whereas gas water heaters may still function.

A larger heater requires a larger breaker—unless there’s one already installed. The longer answer to this question is more nuanced. Do you place demands on the heater at the same time as running other heavy-duty appliances like ovens and washing machines? Do you live in an older home that may not have considered the higher electrical demands we have now? Breakers need to be sized at 125% of the load. To find that load, you should call a local electrical pro.

Unless you have previous plumbing experience or extensive experience with water heaters, you should avoid replacing your electric water heater yourself. This process involves disconnecting wiring and parts from the old water heater and reinstalling them onto the new one, among other difficult tasks. This job is best left to the pros to make sure that everything is connected correctly to avoid serious leaks or malfunctions.

If you're replacing a broken water heater, now is a great time to make sure you're selecting a unit that has the right capacity for your household. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, a small 50-gallon to 60-gallon tank is sufficient for households with one to three people. A medium-sized 80-gallon tank is considered ideal for three to four people. A larger tank may be needed if your household has four to six people.

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