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Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc.

Electrical Baseboard or Wall Heater - Repair, Thermostat - Install or Replace, Thermostat Service,

About us

Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc. (RPM) is a third generation family owned company which originated in 1940. We offer heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration (HVAC-R), hydraulic systems, electrical and plumbing services. RPM services the Chicagoland area and suburbs. Our trucks are new, well maintained and bright yellow! You can't miss us! We service all makes and models, Customer Service is always #1! We offer 24 Hour Emergency Service - Our phones are always answered by a technician after hours! Not voice mail or an answering service! We offer annual service plans that include 1 to 2 visits per year to inspect your heating unit, water heater or your cooling unit. We want to keep your heating and cooling bills affordable.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
86 years of experience

Services we offer

central airconditioning, furnace repair, plumbing

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.4157 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
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Showing 1-25 of 157 reviews
William D.
Sep 2017
5.0
Gas Heating and Furnace Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,500
Installed a new furnace and AC, modified the existing filter setup (much better), and reconnected an air duct that had fallen off at both ends without opening any any floor or ceiling. Everything went very well and all at the best price. Highly recommended.

LEON I.
Aug 2017
1.0
Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains Installation
$794
I had a water sensor alarm installed on March 23, 2016, In December, the alarm started sounding and RPM identified that the alarm was defective. They replaced the alarm under warranty. In August 2017 I received a letter from a collection agency requesting payment of $270.23. RPM never sent me an invoice nor did they call me. I have made several attempts to contact them. They do not return phone calls and their email bounced back. This is not the way to do business.
Response from Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc.
"RPM has been sending monthly emails to email address on file since work was done in March 2016, with no notification they were not being delivered to customer. After no response or payment account was sent to collections. When (consumer name withheld per their request) received notice he called and got directly through to RPM he spoke to the office it was determined that the email on file for him was incorrect. RPM received no contact by phone or email from customer since work was done., Considering there was an incorrect email and (consumer name withheld per their request) stated he never received invoice or statements RPM notified the collection agency to drop activity as well as waived the late fees and collected $120.00 for our service. When RPM performs work for customers we do expect to get compensated for the services rendered and we always provide honest & reliable business to our customers."

Darcy V.
Jul 2017
1.0
Gas Piping
They claimed they know how to install my water softener system...but the technician came unprepared, spent a lot of time on the phone with the water softener system vendor, and still managed to assemble it incorrectly. To fix the mistake cost me another $150 to purchase a replacement filter. On top of that, I paid them $150 because they asked partial payment...half of the quote, as payment for the partial(?) work with the promise they will come back to finish job. Got an email from them the next day wanting additional $300 on top of the $150 balance for them to come back and finish the job. I said NO...and this mistake set me back me $300!!!
Response from Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc.
"RPM was contacted by customer to come out and replace misc; piping he had asked if we could install his supplied water softner and was quoted $300.00 to install it at same time of replacing piping provided all parts were on site. RPM arrived on site we performed and completed the piping work. The technician proceeded to install customer supplied water softner while he was installing the water softner he found that all the parts were not there to assemble softner. He contacted technicial support and was told that a filter is required to be installed and is sold separately for $150.00. The customer would of paid the same cost of $150.00 for the filter if he purchased with softener or after the fact. Since all the needed parts were not on site a return visit was required which would incur more labor / time costs that were not included with the original $300.00 quote. That quote was given based on 1 time visit with all parts being on site and job being completed at the same time as piping job. RPM was fully prepared to perform both jobs piping & water softner installation unfortunately the customer did not have all the parts on site as he indicated and was quoted. He paid in Full for the piping job and $165.00 of the $300.00 quoted towards water softner installation to cover the technicians time spent on installation. RPM is an honest, reliable company that appreciates and values each and every one of our customers. There was No mistake made on RPM's part, the job would have been completed as quoted with initial visit and done if all parts were on site as customer stated they would be."

Randy A.
Jun 2017
3.0
Gas Piping
Their quality of service and professionalism was good, however i specifically told them i needed a gas valve for a fireplace replaced (the type that uses the key), but they brought a standard shutoff valve which lets out way to much gas when open. They had no other options for me either.

Shalin S.
Jun 2017
5.0
Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro

Dave B.
Mar 2017
3.5
Drain Clog or Blockage Clearing
$334
Very expensive
Response from Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc.
"Customer was quoted rates prior to services being done. After work was complete customer was happy with RPM's work but not the cost for repair, RPM's customer satisfaction is our priority that is why we had provided the customer with a $25.00 OFF coupon to be deducted from services rendered after we had learned they were not happy with the price that was charged for services."

Randy N.
Oct 2016
5.0
Thermostat - Install or Replace
Yes, I recommend this pro
$289
Showed up on time and worked very efficiently.

Manola D.
Jul 2016
5.0
Central A/C - Service or Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
Same day service! I called late in the day and they were able to schedule service that afternoon. The problem was diagnosed quickly, the costs were reasonable and my AC was up and running again! Also got helpful information about maintenance and will definitely use again.

Wynne P.
Jun 2016
0.5
Attic or Whole House Fan - Repair
$18,800
on first call person "forgot" to write a service ticket. Call on supposed service date wrote ticket for two days later and announced service fee of $120/hr. Service person arrived as scheduled performed service efficiently and effectively in exactly one hour. Bill for service was $188.00. When called to find out difference person said there was an $88.00 service call fee on top of the hourly charge,but since a mistake was made in scheduling there was a $20.00 credit, the bill should have been $208.00. In both previous calls there was no mention of a service call fee only the $120.00 hourly rate. There is very poor customer service for appointments and definitely bait and switch on a service call addition. I would not recommend this company for their hidden fees but have no complaints for the work done by their technician.
Response from Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc.
"Customer called to have RPM come out and install their supplied attic fans an invoice is issued for all calls RPM does, unfortunately calls may get rescheduled and instead of issuing a new invoice the technician will cross out initial date and write actual serviced date. When the technician installed customers attic fans it took him 1 hour, RPM charges a service / diagnostic charge for all service work (New or replacement equipment estimates are Free) after the service was completed the customer called in to question the bill the office tried to explain there is a service fee then per hourly rate. Customer satisfaction is RPM #1 priority before RPM's CSR was able to inform the customer that since she had said she was not told about service charge we would be willing to split the ($89.00 Fee) with her which is ($44.50) she had hung up on us prior to being given this information. The technician had already issued a $20.00 credit at time of service when the invoice was turned into the office an additional $24.50 credit was issued on customers account for future services. A statement has been emailed to customer reflecting a credit balance of $24.50 on account. RPM does NOT and never has any hidden charges added to customers, we are an honest company that provides quality work at a reasonable price with Customer service being a #1 Priority! We appreciate your business and hope that you will consider to use RPM for all of your HVAC & plumbing needs."

Craig T.
May 2016
5.0
Attic or Whole House Fan - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
They cleaned and oiled our whole house fan, installed a timer switch and it worked better than when it was new.

George L.
Feb 2016
5.0
Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
$675
Hired RPM to replace an old drum humidifier on my furnace. During the quote, they diagnosed an issue with the previous humidifier's location and suggested a powered humidifier. The location change (Moved it from the return to the supply) plus going with a powered model has improved airflow throughout the house, in addition to the improved humidity. Technician also performed routine coil cleaning/servicing at my request after the install, avoiding a 2nd appointment. Great work, would use again.

Colin H.
Dec 2015
5.0
Thermostat - Install or Replace
Yes, I recommend this pro
$235
Very nice person. Neat work. Quick.

Glenn T.
Jul 2015
5.0
Attic or Whole House Fan - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
$595
great job, very professional.

BILLY W.
May 2015
4.7
Central A/C - Service or Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
AAA

Scott L.
Dec 2014
3.0
Electrical Baseboard or Wall Heater - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
on phone quote included first floor, but tech said reception didn't understand - fortunately first floor didn't require anything

Arthur P.
Aug 2014
5.0
Attic or Whole House Fan - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
$760
Job was to remove old broken fan from attic vent and vent cover from roof, install new replacements, Took lots of climbing and clambering through tight and awkward spaces to roof and attic, and first-rate knowledge of fan hook-up. Job scheduled efficiently and performed when and how promised, with extra courtesy and question-answering. Cost about $760, fan (1600 sq ft max) included. Assuming the vent cover will not leak and the fan will last a while, we were very satisfied and would use this firm again, even if it isn't the lowest-cost one can find--and it may be, we don't really know.

Laurie W.
Aug 2014
5.0
Central A/C - Service or Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,650
Ridgeway was prompt, courteous, and offered several solutions at different price points. Their prices were below what others quoted and their service was excellent.

Kathleen M.
Jul 2011
N/A
Central A/C - Service or Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
Steve was thoroughly professional and did a great job. I would recommend RPM not only for the technical service but also the great communication with the office personnel.

Anthony B.
Jul 2011
N/A
Central A/C - Service or Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
I received e-mails with offers and discounts immediately from them. Gina who i spoke with over the phone was excellent and scheduled me with someone right away. She called me a little later to inform me that another tech was available sooner and sent him right over. Steve the tech was a great professional, quickly diagnosed the problem and made the repair with precision and haste. The price was very fair and reasonable. I would recommend this company to anyone.

Glenn K.
Jun 2011
N/A
Central A/C - Service or Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
none

Stephen W.
Apr 2011
N/A
Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
$49
They did a good job in a professional manner

L B.
Apr 2011
N/A
Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Instant response to inquiry, repair performed within 24 hours. Honest, excellent customer service. Showed pricing for parts from the book and offered service plans.

Stephen H.
Dec 2010
5.0
Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Repair - For Business
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Woke up about 6:00 a.m. house was exceptionally cold. Contacted Ridgeway just before 7:00 a.m. Had heat repaired by 9:30 a.m. Guess what it was a small part and the cost was less than $200.00. All in all, very quick, professional and most importantly operate with honestly and with great customer service.

Debbi B.
Oct 2010
4.0
Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
Professional and friendly. They got the job done - installing a furnace and water heater and did explain what I needed to do to maintain both. I would suggest - however - that they stay in touch with their customers when they're not going to be on time.

No N.
Sep 2010
4.0
Central A/C - Service or Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
Had two guys come out, first guy wasn't familiar with my older system, so the owner came by and fixed everything up within 20 minutes. Other than a billing snafu where I received two invoices, everything worked like a charm. Would have been 5 stars if the first guy had been able to fix the problem.
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FAQ

Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc. is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.

Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc. accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

Yes, Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc. offers free project estimates.

No, Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

Yes, Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc. offers emergency services.

No, Ridgeway Precision Mechanical, Inc. does not offer warranties.