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Avatar for AMERICAN FAMILY HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
AMERICAN FAMILY HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
4.9(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was told my serviceman would arrive between 10am-12pm. He called me at 9:30 that he would arrive in about half an hour & he did, right at 10am. I had a list of specifics to be checked because I bought the service discounted through Angie's list & I asked how he did each thing on the list as he did it & he explained in detail each thing he was doing. He found nothing wrong with my furnace & I told him I was pleased with that because I've had others make up things wrong that aren't just to make money & I am hiring someone because I can't tell when things are wrong & his company did not do that. He asked if there were any questions that he had not yet answered. He also told me how old my furnace was because it was in my house when I moved in & I didn't know. He was very informative, polite, prompt & I am much more at ease that I won't have a heating problem when I need my furnace most."
Response time3 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Besco Air Inc
4.8(
757
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The best heating/ cooling company I've used. My furnace problem was quickly & accurately diagnosed & repaired. The repairman even took the time to show me the 2 possible problems with my furnace. A little pricier than other companies but well worth it."
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20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning
Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
401
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1904

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After 4 hot days with no cooling from my A/C system, it was a welcome relief to know within 20 minutes that the issue was likely a malfunctioning part (which Kevin showed me). He kept me well informed during the entire visit and was quite professional in his conversations and handling of the problem. And he remained on site until he was sure everything was working correctly. I would love to have him back for all my repair needs!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning
All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7(
2,517
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1938

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. I was able to schedule the service call within a couple of days and the repair man arrived within the time window and was able to find the problem and make the repair within an hour. It was a clogged drain tubing that had to be excised and repaired. I also saved 15% by mentioning that I used Angie’s List to find them."
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Response time10 hrs
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Porterhouse Heating & Cooling
Porterhouse Heating & Cooling
4.9(
199
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EXCELLENT SERVICE!!!! The technicians were very knowledgeable and timely with the installation. They were also very neat and cleaned up ALL of the debris and took them away. I would highly recommend this company to anyone who is looking to replace their heating or cooling equipment."
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Response time9 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Phoenix HVAC, LLC
4.9(
57
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Friendly reliable owners and staff. Work was completed when scheduled and professionally. New AC was installed with furnace. Since it was cold out, I was assured They will check outside condenser unit in the spring. Comforting to work with a good company."
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+21

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Northstar HVAC & Refrigeration, Inc.
Northstar HVAC & Refrigeration, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner of the company is doing the repair. He is very good person with very strong skills in this area. He found the problem quickly, got the parts and installed it professionally. I will ask him again when I get problem in HVAC."
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+3

Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for R&J Preventative Maintenance
R&J Preventative Maintenance
4.9(
29
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Christian was great; he was polite, efficient, fast, and knowledgeable. He tracked down the needed parts on the same day, so I didn't have to wait for them to be ordered. I'm very happy with the service and the price seems fair."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Chicago, IL

A condenser fan motor is a crucial part of your air conditioner that prevents the compressor from overheating. It pulls heat from your AC unit to cool the refrigerant moving through the condenser coils. This allows your system to blow cool air and keeps everything running smoothly.

The most common causes of AC fan motor failure include loss of lubricant in the system due to overheating and a rusted or leaking run capacitor. Poor lubrication can also cause failure in the belt drive, which may impact the AC fan motor. Weather and electrical components can also affect your AC. For example, a storm could send water into your motor windings and damage the internal components.

Air conditioner fan motors last about 12 years on average, though they can last longer if maintained well. This includes keeping them clean and cooled as needed with annual air conditioner checkups. Routine maintenance is essential to catch AC fan issues early. An HVAC inspection can cost between $70 and $500, while AC cleaning services may range from $100 to $400.

A broken AC fan motor may need replacement because this part usually can’t be repaired. Several things indicate it’s time to replace your AC fan motor, including buzzing noises, a constantly running fan, unusually high energy bills, or an aging system. If you notice these signs, call an HVAC pro for help before the faulty motor starts to strain other parts of the AC system.

There are clear warning signs of a bad AC fan motor, including unusual interruptions in the fan operation. The motor might be malfunctioning if you hear weird noises like grinding or rattling or if the fan continues to spin when the unit is off. These indicators compromise your AC’s cooling performance and increase your energy costs. Addressing these issues immediately by contacting a trusted HVAC professional prevents further damage and safeguards your HVAC's efficiency.

Replacing your AC fan motor takes a professional one to four hours. The technician will start by assessing your system and safely removing the damaged motor. If a new part needs to be ordered, it might take a few days. Once the part is available, your pro will install it properly and make sure your system is running smoothly.

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