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Avatar for Porterhouse Heating & Cooling
Porterhouse Heating & Cooling
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. I was out of state and my house and dog sitter called. My house temp, was 85! Look up Angie’s list. Called the business and explained the problem. They got the repair man out the next day...on a sun day!! My air was fixed by the repair man that day. My sitter said he was very nice .....price was great,,, I would have them again. This is the 2nd time I use Angie’s list."
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Response time9 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had emailed some questions regarding the installation of an attic fan.  Even though this turned out to be a service they did not offer, they quickly answered my questions and pointed me in the right direction.
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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R&J Preventative Maintenance
4.9(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I needed the refrigerant in my HVAC system refilled and Juliano and Richard were quick to respond and very professional. They inspected the system and completed the job in one day. Very satisfied with work performed."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"on time, and knowledgeable the technician did the job well. Also, I had a problem changing the furnace filter. The filter was getting stuck when taking it out or installing. He repaired that too."
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Response time9 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Viewtech Electrical
4.6(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Amir responded quickly and worked to fit us in the day of the estimate when other contractors we called said they scheduled two or even three weeks after the initial estimate. He took care to walk us through every repair he recommended and demonstrated why they were needed. His work also ended up being cheaper than other estimates we got, which is why we went with him in the first place."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
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NSB Service Tech
4.7(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a licensed professional heating & cooling company that take great pride in providing a comfort and quality service to our customers at a fair price. It is our mission to provide excellent skill and workmanship to complete customer satisfaction from start to finish of a project. With our trained certified technicians we are well equipped to provide a high quality service

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Frostcore Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Frostcore made contact with me immediately and we scheduled a same day appt. due to my AC Blower which had stopped working. It is a very hot and humid day and Sami and his business partner explained throughly what repairs were needed to get my AC unit working again. They gave me a fair estimate and final price and I intend to give Frostcore my repeat business. They were both very knowledgeable friendly and pleasant to work with and I welcome them as my future cooling and heating pros. Thank you."
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Maxx Air Repair
4.9(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Family owned and operated! We look forward to earning your business!

Response time2 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rams Mechanical Heating & Cooling
5.0(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't recommend Rams Mechanical Heating & Cooling enough. Ram provided top-notch service—he arrived exactly when he said he would and handled the job with total professionalism. What really stood out to me was that he followed up later just to make sure we were good. It’s rare to find that kind of care these days. If you need heating or cooling help, call Ram!"
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Crete, IL

Coils work to absorb heat into the refrigerant that flows through them, moving heat from one location to another. For air conditioning, the evaporator coil inside the air handler in your home absorbs heat. It then transfers the heat outside to the condenser coil, where it releases it. The opposite process happens for heat pumps. When the coils get dusty and dirty, it reduces how well these components work.

Skip regular cleanings, and dirt, debris, and mineral deposits will blanket your evaporator and condenser coils. When that happens, the coils can’t shed heat efficiently, so the system works harder and your energy bill climbs. Over time, overheating strains the compressor and can trigger a full breakdown—an avoidable repair that often costs far more than a simple annual cleaning.

AC coil cleaning is an investment that pays for itself in the benefits it provides. Dust‑caked coils force your AC to run longer, so you spend more on electricity and rack up extra wear. A quick professional cleaning restores efficiency, trims monthly bills, and eases strain on expensive parts. Over the long haul, that small yearly fee delays pricy repairs and stretches the unit’s lifespan, making coil cleaning one of the smartest HVAC tune‑ups you can schedule.

Watch for higher electric bills, rooms that stay warm no matter how low you set the thermostat, or an AC system that runs nonstop. Extra humidity and frost on the coils are also red flags. Catching these clues early lets you schedule a quick cleaning before the system overworks itself and triggers an expensive breakdown.

Your AC cleaning technician starts by shutting off the power to the unit and removing the faceplate. Compressed air and a vacuum hose blast away loose debris, followed by a coil-safe, no-rinse cleaner that dissolves stubborn grime. After the solution has soaked in, the professional wipes the fins, reassembles the housing, and restores power, leaving the system ready to cool at peak efficiency.

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