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G & R Heating & Air
4.5(
123
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Serving Cherry Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I recently hired them for central A/C installation and furnace replacement, and the experience was excellent. The team was professional, arrived on time, and completed the work efficiently. Everything is running perfectly now, and my home feels much more comfortable."
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+20

Response time11 hrs
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Recommended by73%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Cherry Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Sooo....first, Jim is a very nice guy.  However, Jim now works in Nashville during the week and is only home to the Huntsville area on the weekends.
My first impression of him was that he was awesome.  My computer system had crashed because I pulled the plug during a thunder storm before the computer fully shut down which resulted in the computer hanging up.  Jim took my call while in Tennessee and suggested how to fix the system.  For this I am very grateful.

What happened next was I had him come and check my computer to make sure everything was working properly.  He came to my house and spent an hour tweaking it (basically running various checks on the system), for which I paid him $50.  He suggested that my laptop would work much better if I had Windows 7 and increased my RAM up to 4 GB.  He said he could install it for me for (including the RAM) for about $160.  We met the following weekend for the handoff and he loaded Window 7.  When I received the call it was ready, the bill was $227.50.  I was surprised that is was $70 more than quoted, but paid it anyways.  When I asked about the RAM, he mentioned he did not upgrade the RAM and this would be another $60.  I was a little discouraged at that point since I felt like I was being taken advantage of, but the guy is relatively nice, so I said to go ahead and order the RAM.  He did so and the following weekend was supposed to install it.  Due to some personal things in his life, he wasn't able to install it, so I picked it up since I had to go out of town and could use the IT guy at my new location to install it for me.  When we went to install the RAM, the system wouldn't let us do it since my particular type of laptop can only take 2GB of RAM max.  If Jim had gone to the crucial.com website (where he bought my RAM) and entered my computer system on it, it would have told him the max amount of RAM that could be installed on that unit.  He did not do that.  He is supposed to refund my $60 this next weekend.

I think if Jim wasn't burning the candle at both ends by having a job in Tennessee during the week and trying to run this business on the weekends, it would've been a better experience.  Perhaps taking a few extra minutes to SLOW DOWN and write out an estimate of everything he would need for the job including the prices would ensure people know up front how much the repair would/should cost so they can budget accordingly.  I think if he had taken that approach, it might've been a better experience.  So now I am stuck with a laptop that runs slower because Windows 7 uses more memory and a laptop that can't be upgraded to more RAM.  Basically, the last step which cost me almost $300 was not necessary.  If you need something simple done like coming back from a system crash, he would be okay to use.  Otherwise, for the bigger jobs, I recommend he provide a written estimate with the items he plans to do.

UPDATE:  After posting this review, I received a number of text messages from Jim commenting on the bad review.  I understand he is upset, but harassing someone about a review is not a good way to go.  My review was honest and not meant to be mean, but to let those that use Angie's list get what they pay for...an honest review of someone's experience."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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R & G Heating and Cooling
5.0(
6
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Serving Cherry Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marco from R & G did an excellent job replacing the water heater at my rental property. I have called him many times for a variety of services at different locations. He is very professional, and I recommend him to anyone looking for HVAC services."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Preferred Home Improvements
4.7(
12
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Serving Cherry Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dillon was a great guy and worked fast and efficient. My house is 50 plus years old and the duct work had never been cleaned. Post the work, the house even smelled better. I am in the middle of a complete remodel and living in the house. I had all 11 vent grilles removed -(saved Dillon a pile of time not having to remove and re-install) and I would have thought a discount would have been in order."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Innovation Heating & A/C
5.0(
8
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Serving Cherry Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We are a family-owned business, founded by Oscar Contreras in Rolling Meadows IL, and we're grown to be an HVAC leader in Northwest Suburbs. We're proud to say that most of our customers are repeat customers. The reason for that is clear. We offer superior craftmanship, honest communication, and great clear service. We work together with a common goal of bringing happiness and satisfaction to all our customers. With this goal in mind, we offer honest opinions regarding services & installations. We take pride in every aspect of our business from a simple service call to the most difficult installations. We have built our business on recommendations by word of mouth on behalf of satisfied customers. If you need a service, installation or have a question, please give us a call @ (224)-558-1516

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water boyz
5.0(
6
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Serving Cherry Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Cherry Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"New installation went well. I was a little upset that only 50% was covered being that the unit was 19 years old. I'm sure that parts for something that old would be hard to find. Replacement was recommended."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Carz R-Us
4.7(
7
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Serving Cherry Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Carz R' Us is a General Automotive Repair Shop. We are family owned and have the highest quality of technicians that will keep your vehicle well maintained very cost effectively. Our goal is to perform preventative maintenance rather than allowing your vehicle to have major issues due to lack of routine items. Examples are coolant flushes, transmission flushes, brake pads before they are grinding into the rotor, etc. We also offer life time warranties on premium parts, which really helps to save money long term.\nIf you live in the Harlem School District mention this and you can be entered in to our Harlem Program and always receive 5% off any service and 5% will be donated back to the selected program of the month for Harlem School District. May's selected program of the month is Band!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Heath's Heating and Cooling
5.0(
4
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Serving Cherry Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Heath saved the day! I was hosting a afternoon party and woke up to a 62° house. After contacting Angie’s list for emergency service they recommended Heath. He was here within 45 minutes after contacting. He was pleasant, professional and knows his trade. After diagnosing the problem he said it was the intake motor, he examined it finding a blockage which he removed then cleaned. He even went the extra mile checking to see if the motor was still under warranty In case it was compromised and checked back with me the next day. He didn’t charge me an emergency call only the service fee which was very reasonable. I will use him in the future for any furnace or air conditioning needs as I know he is dependable, honest, skilled and a nice guy."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Cherry Valley, IL

Swamp coolers are quite energy-efficient, using only 15% to 35% of the electricity that traditional central air conditioning units consume. This can lead to significant savings on your energy bills. However, keep in mind that swamp coolers require water to operate and may not cool your home as effectively in extremely hot or humid conditions. When considering overall efficiency, it is essential to weigh both electricity and water usage, as well as the cooling needs specific to your local climate.

Evaporative coolers only work in dry climates because they cool by moistening the air. If the air is already moist, this will have little to no cooling effect. Central AC is a better choice if you live in a humid climate, such as the Midwest, eastern, or western coastal regions.

To install a swamp cooler on a roof, a local HVAC specialist will first find and cut a spot free of wiring and obstructions. They’ll then install metal bracing, legs, brackets, the ceiling duct register, ductwork, power, and thermostat wires. Once installed, they’ll seal all openings, attach duct connections, and install a thermostat. Before leaving, they’ll run cool water piping to the unit and inspect all the connections.

The cost to repair your swamp cooler ranges from $50 to $600, depending on the issue, whether new parts are needed, and the chosen repair service. Depending on the type of pad your system uses, you will need to change out the pads every one to three years for proper operation. When budgeting for the cost to repair a window unit, expect to pay around $230.

The U.S. Department of Energy states that swamp coolers can cool a single room by five to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. However, this largely depends on the size and installation method of the evaporative cooler. You can only achieve these results in a dry climate, such as the American South, as it’s easier to cool rooms in humid environments with central air.

Swamp cooler water usage varies depending on the size of the unit. Smaller evaporative units may use one gallon per hour, while much larger units could use up to 15 gallons of water per hour. Most homeowners can expect their unit to use between seven and 10 gallons of water per hour of usage.

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