Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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Emergency services offered
"For all your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning requirements, I highly recommend CR Mechanical Services. Their ability to address problems efficiently and promptly is truly impressive!"
+8
Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
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Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Excellent experience from start to finish! The technicians arrived on time, cleaned our air ducts thoroughly, and serviced our heating system perfectly. The air quality improved instantly. Professional, friendly, and extremely reliable service overall."
+20
Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1971
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Emergency services offered
"We had a great experience with Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning during our recent replacement of our furnace and AC unit. They were very professional and completed the job on time and answered all of my questions. Would recommend them for our Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing and Electrical needs."
Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
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Emergency services offered
"Adam and Riccardo were very nice, quick and efficient. Too bad the cooler weather isn't allowing us to use the new air conditioning unit....lol"
+1
Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1973
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Emergency services offered
"Outstanding service!! Cahill has been our heating and air conditions company for over 25 years. Installed two systems over this time. High quality work."
+7
Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
Credit card accepted
Customers say: True professional
"When we purchased this house 20 years ago, we hired a different company to replace the furnace and air conditioner. There was very little flow so they replaced several of our runs also. After all that work and expense, we were forced to run two window a/c units along with our central air. Yet our house still would not cool! We were extremely frustrated. When we hired One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, Phil was sure he could help us. And he did. We cannot believe how wonderful our house cools. Phil was very accommodating, as we had to split the installment dates for the furnace and air conditioner. He always returned our calls, answered all our concerns, was timely, efficient and professional, as was his staff. His service and equipment exceeded our expectations and we give One Hour Heating and A/C our highest recommendation."
Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We’ll thought out and executed. Will definitely be my first call for Hvac moving forward"
Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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Emergency services offered
"I had the opportunity, and the pleasure, to work side by side coordinating with the office manager Maggie. She was so intentive with all my needs and always made it easy to get my questions answered. Maggie kept me informed on every step of this very large process from scheduling a crane and road crew, to getting permits and having the work inspected. SHE MADE THE WHOLE THING SIMPLE. Now the work crews worked quickly to get things running for us. The original plan was to take two days getting the old air conditioners down from the roof and then the new ones up and running. The crews had everything done in less then a day. I could not be happier with my experience with Phoenix HVAC!! I will definitely hire them again!"
+21
Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"He was on time, polite, showed what he was doing before and after. He will be here in the spring to look over my air conditioner."
Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Keith and his partner were very good. The price for the humidifier and installation was very competitive compared to others. I highly recommend them for your next HVAC repair or project."
+4
Most professional HVAC technicians require two to three hours to complete an expansion valve replacement. The timeframe depends on your unit's accessibility and whether additional repairs are needed. The process involves recovering refrigerant, removing the old valve, installing the new component, and recharging the system. Scheduling during less busy seasons may result in more convenient appointment times.
Operating your air conditioner with a malfunctioning expansion valve isn't advisable. Continuing to run the system could potentially damage other components, particularly your compressor, which is significantly more expensive to replace. If you notice performance issues like inconsistent cooling or unusual noises, it's best to have your system inspected before continuing regular use.
Expansion valves don't have a standard replacement schedule, as their longevity depends on system usage, maintenance frequency, and environmental factors. Regular professional maintenance helps identify potential valve issues before they cause system failure. Having your HVAC system serviced annually allows technicians to monitor component condition and recommend preventative replacements when necessary.
Refrigerant leaks require prompt professional attention. If your expansion valve is leaking, you'll likely notice reduced cooling performance and possibly hear hissing sounds near the unit. Addressing leaks quickly prevents further system inefficiency and avoids the environmental impact of released refrigerant. Your HVAC technician will need to repair the leak and recharge the system with the proper refrigerant type and amount.
Because many AC issues present similar symptoms, professional diagnosis is recommended. Problems like inadequate cooling, inconsistent temperatures, or strange noises could indicate expansion valve issues, but might also stem from refrigerant leaks, electrical problems, or airflow restrictions. A qualified HVAC technician has the tools and expertise to accurately identify the root cause and recommend appropriate repairs.
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