We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Excellent communication and very prompt. He got both jobs done quickly. I am happy to know he is available and knowledgeable."
Bruce F on November 2025
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Excellent communication and very prompt. He got both jobs done quickly. I am happy to know he is available and knowledgeable."
Four Winds Custom Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. is a full-service HVAC contractor providing total home comfort to our customers for over 30 years. We proudly serve northern Indiana and southern Michigan. We are one of the area's largest locally owned contractors, and strive to "fix it first", not "replace it first" when it comes to servicing your existing equipment. We offer high-efficiency, high-quality heating, a/c, and air quality equipment from Carrier®. We service and maintain most brands of equipment.
"Austin was my tech, very professional. He explained everything he was doing and what needed done. It took pictures for me. I feel like he was looking out for my best interest. I have used Four Winds in the past. I use them for my preventative service twice a year as well and I have been very happy with all the services they provide"
Cheryl S on December 2025
Four Winds Custom Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. is a full-service HVAC contractor providing total home comfort to our customers for over 30 years. We proudly serve northern Indiana and southern Michigan. We are one of the area's largest locally owned contractors, and strive to "fix it first", not "replace it first" when it comes to servicing your existing equipment. We offer high-efficiency, high-quality heating, a/c, and air quality equipment from Carrier®. We service and maintain most brands of equipment.
"Austin was my tech, very professional. He explained everything he was doing and what needed done. It took pictures for me. I feel like he was looking out for my best interest. I have used Four Winds in the past. I use them for my preventative service twice a year as well and I have been very happy with all the services they provide"
For 84 years, our Family owned company has brought to this community and to the heating and air conditioning business the highest standards of excellence, workmanship, experience the results for you is efficiency, dependability, affordability & ultimate comfort.
"It turned out to be a blown fuse. However, I made the call Sunday afternoon and the technician (Boyce) was there and had completed the evaluation and repair within 2 hours"
Asad S on June 2020
For 84 years, our Family owned company has brought to this community and to the heating and air conditioning business the highest standards of excellence, workmanship, experience the results for you is efficiency, dependability, affordability & ultimate comfort.
"It turned out to be a blown fuse. However, I made the call Sunday afternoon and the technician (Boyce) was there and had completed the evaluation and repair within 2 hours"
Quality, availability, and service are the backbone of this company. We can handle all your construction needs from basement remodeling, additions, new home builds, bathroom remodels to kitchen overhauls. We handle a variety of small jobs as well. Check us out on Facebook or at our website and Brawnybuilders.com see how we might be able to help you.
"Homeowner here... I can't properly explain how absolutely thrilled we are with the work that Bronson and the Brawny Builders have done with our lake cottage. Last summer, we started with a plan to simply paint the exterior. But the project slowly unfolded into something much larger. Bronson is not just a general contractor - he became a close and trusted partner throughout the entire project. He is full of creative and thoughtful ideas that enhanced the project at every step. He provided us with constant and detailed communication. His team worked with us to make sure that every detail was right. Here are a couple of examples where Bronson was able to improve the design or save cost: ** We did not want to expand the footprint of the house and add that cost, but we could not figure out how to layout everything we wanted. Bronson cleverly reused an old set of concrete stairs as the foundation for a washer/dryer stack. It was a great solution that worked out fantastic. ** We had wanted to add a half bath for years, but Bronson figured out a way to add a FULL bath. In addition, the new bathroom was connected (jack and jill style) to the main bedroom to create a master suite. It only cost one additional door, but it is now WAY beyond what we imagined. ** We originally wanted to build a deck on the front of the house, but Bronson helped to create a design for a covered porch with vaulted ceilings and a clever lower surround that blended with the lake environment. ** We found a number of structural issues with the old house during demolition. Bronson developed very clever and cost-effective ways to resolve floor, wall and joist issues. ** During each phase of the construction, Bronson developed thoughtful and clever touches. The lofted garage included an old second floor door for ventilation, and Bronson designed a design the new door that retained some of the prior feeling with a new and fresh update. ** We wanted to retain some of the historical feel to the interior, and Bronson cleverly retained some of the original paneling without feeling overwhelming. He framed the wall to make it a focal point without looking old. It is one of my favorite parts of the house. The lake cottage has been in our extended family for almost 50 years. It has been a great retreat for us, but it is now a proper home with personality and functionality to match. This project has literally transformed the house. We would highly recommend Bronson and Brawny Builders for any remodeling project. We were lucky to find them."
Mark M on February 2025
Quality, availability, and service are the backbone of this company. We can handle all your construction needs from basement remodeling, additions, new home builds, bathroom remodels to kitchen overhauls. We handle a variety of small jobs as well. Check us out on Facebook or at our website and Brawnybuilders.com see how we might be able to help you.
"Homeowner here... I can't properly explain how absolutely thrilled we are with the work that Bronson and the Brawny Builders have done with our lake cottage. Last summer, we started with a plan to simply paint the exterior. But the project slowly unfolded into something much larger. Bronson is not just a general contractor - he became a close and trusted partner throughout the entire project. He is full of creative and thoughtful ideas that enhanced the project at every step. He provided us with constant and detailed communication. His team worked with us to make sure that every detail was right. Here are a couple of examples where Bronson was able to improve the design or save cost: ** We did not want to expand the footprint of the house and add that cost, but we could not figure out how to layout everything we wanted. Bronson cleverly reused an old set of concrete stairs as the foundation for a washer/dryer stack. It was a great solution that worked out fantastic. ** We had wanted to add a half bath for years, but Bronson figured out a way to add a FULL bath. In addition, the new bathroom was connected (jack and jill style) to the main bedroom to create a master suite. It only cost one additional door, but it is now WAY beyond what we imagined. ** We originally wanted to build a deck on the front of the house, but Bronson helped to create a design for a covered porch with vaulted ceilings and a clever lower surround that blended with the lake environment. ** We found a number of structural issues with the old house during demolition. Bronson developed very clever and cost-effective ways to resolve floor, wall and joist issues. ** During each phase of the construction, Bronson developed thoughtful and clever touches. The lofted garage included an old second floor door for ventilation, and Bronson designed a design the new door that retained some of the prior feeling with a new and fresh update. ** We wanted to retain some of the historical feel to the interior, and Bronson cleverly retained some of the original paneling without feeling overwhelming. He framed the wall to make it a focal point without looking old. It is one of my favorite parts of the house. The lake cottage has been in our extended family for almost 50 years. It has been a great retreat for us, but it is now a proper home with personality and functionality to match. This project has literally transformed the house. We would highly recommend Bronson and Brawny Builders for any remodeling project. We were lucky to find them."
We love to work on indoor comfort systems. Our technicians come to work smiling and are happy to turn a wrench. They have a passion for HVAC repair and are fully qualified to work on your HVAC system. Doing repairs, yourself does not always pan out. Rely on our knowledge and experience instead. Your comfort is in the best of hands. The right care extends the life of any equipment. We bring advanced techniques and innovative diagnostics to the table every time. We promise to always supply value and outstanding service, regardless of repair size or difficulty.
"The company's thermostats are a little expensive, but the customer service and quality are exceptional."
Shonta P on November 2022
We love to work on indoor comfort systems. Our technicians come to work smiling and are happy to turn a wrench. They have a passion for HVAC repair and are fully qualified to work on your HVAC system. Doing repairs, yourself does not always pan out. Rely on our knowledge and experience instead. Your comfort is in the best of hands. The right care extends the life of any equipment. We bring advanced techniques and innovative diagnostics to the table every time. We promise to always supply value and outstanding service, regardless of repair size or difficulty.
"The company's thermostats are a little expensive, but the customer service and quality are exceptional."
Geothermal Specialist, Inc. has serviced & installed close to 3000 geothermal systems in NW Indiana and SW Michigan since 1983. No one else in NW Indiana has the experience & service you'll find at GSI.
"They go out of their way to make sure the customer is happy."
Jacob S on March 2022
Geothermal Specialist, Inc. has serviced & installed close to 3000 geothermal systems in NW Indiana and SW Michigan since 1983. No one else in NW Indiana has the experience & service you'll find at GSI.
"They go out of their way to make sure the customer is happy."
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at A Trusted Handyman Service LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.
"Jim’s customer service is great! He is professional, always on time and very knowledgeable about all sorts of projects. Honest too!"
Robbie T on July 2025
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at A Trusted Handyman Service LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.
"Jim’s customer service is great! He is professional, always on time and very knowledgeable about all sorts of projects. Honest too!"
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Handyman services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Great, he did an awesome Jobt"
Dana D on September 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Handyman services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
Mr. Electric® is the friendly local electrician you can count on for outstanding workmanship and courteous customer service. Every location is committed to achieving total customer satisfaction on every service call. We accomplish this goal by offering: Upfront, flat-rate pricing Free Estimates Licensed and insured service professionals who pass rigorous background checks Courteous, uniformed, licensed electricians Scheduled appointment times Guaranteed workmanship and parts
"Free inspection"
Zhikun W on November 2024
Mr. Electric® is the friendly local electrician you can count on for outstanding workmanship and courteous customer service. Every location is committed to achieving total customer satisfaction on every service call. We accomplish this goal by offering: Upfront, flat-rate pricing Free Estimates Licensed and insured service professionals who pass rigorous background checks Courteous, uniformed, licensed electricians Scheduled appointment times Guaranteed workmanship and parts
At Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling we try to make service easy & fast! With all of our locations there is a good chance we're helping someone in your neighborhood with their plumbing, heating or cooling issues. We take the stress out of calling a repairman! Our friendly, helpful, and honest technicians are here to make your life easier, not harder than it already is. Our highly skilled, licensed, and trained technicians perform superior work, every time. We are committed to being honest, thorough, and friendly when we arrive at your house for an estimate or repair.
At Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling we try to make service easy & fast! With all of our locations there is a good chance we're helping someone in your neighborhood with their plumbing, heating or cooling issues. We take the stress out of calling a repairman! Our friendly, helpful, and honest technicians are here to make your life easier, not harder than it already is. Our highly skilled, licensed, and trained technicians perform superior work, every time. We are committed to being honest, thorough, and friendly when we arrive at your house for an estimate or repair.
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Heating and Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts
It is normal for the attic to be hotter than the rest of the house in the summer, but only by about 10 or 20 degrees. Attics that aren’t properly insulated or ventilated can reach temperatures of 130 degrees or more which can cause damage to the home’s structure, including the roof, wood framing, and HVAC system.
Choosing a unit with higher BTUs can use more electricity if the BTUs are more than what’s necessary for your room size. However, choosing an AC with BTUs that match the size of your room or house, your unit will cool your space efficiently. On the flip side, choosing a system with not enough BTUs can cause the system to work harder to try to cool the space, leading to more electricity consumption and higher energy bills.
You should get anywhere from three to five quotes for HVAC replacement to get an idea of the average cost of a new unit. Although this quote-collecting process can be time consuming, it allows you to compare what work is required, what type of unit you should install, and how much you should expect to pay for the service.
Most AC units last between 10 and 20 years, but lifespans depend on the type of air conditioner. For example, central AC units last for 12 to 17 years with proper maintenance and regular inspections from a professional. Window AC units, on the other hand, last between eight and 10 years.
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 Granger, IN homeowners’ guide to heating and air conditioning services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When your window AC isn’t cutting it, but central AC is too expensive, installing a new ductless mini-split AC may be the cooling solution you’re looking for. Find out what a mini-split costs and how to hire the right pros to get the job done.
If your air conditioning unit isn’t functioning properly, you might need an AC recharge. Our guide will detail what a typical AC recharge cost looks like.
Gas furnace replacement costs depend on the type of furnace you want and installation fees. Our guide explains all the factors involved in a new furnace cost.
Need to purchase a new gas furnace but aren’t sure which type is right for your home and needs? Taking a little bit of time to research furnaces to see which option is right for you can save you money over time. Here’s a look at five furnace types.
There are few things more important to homeowners than keeping their AC systems running. Use this guide on AC leak repair to keep your home cool and comfy.
Even when you're sweating up a storm on a hot day, your AC should keep its cool. Here's what to do when condensation on your AC signals larger problems.
