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Avatar for G & R Heating and Air, LLC
G & R Heating and Air, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service from start to finish. The technician handled our thermostat installation and central A/C repair quickly and professionally. Everything is working perfectly now and the whole process was explained clearly. Very reliable team and highly recommended."
New 16 seer A/C
Old A/C
Old furnace
New Furnace
Water heater Installation

+1

Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
173 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
4.7(
2,157
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Perfectly. Technicians arrived on time, were courteous and left a clean work environment. They worked efficiently and had the job done quickly. Lifeline is the only place I’ll go for installations and repairs."
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+15

Response time5 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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G & R Heating & Air
4.5(
98
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a great experience with G & R Heating & Air! They handled multiple services for me, including repairing my wall heater and servicing my central A/C, and everything was done professionally and efficiently. The team was punctual, knowledgeable, and explained each step clearly."
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+20

Response time11 hrs
104 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Legendary Service
5.0(
24
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean Bucci, the technician was very courteous & professional. He answered all my questions & went above & beyond with service."
Reclaimed Mechanical Room
Reclaimed Mechanical Room
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Full Efficiency Heating And Cooling
4.9(
27
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Honest, reasonable, timely & has done work for my family for 15 years. New HVAC unit recently completed. What can I say about Full Efficiency and Carlos? I have been using them for a decade and my entire family for longer. Carlos always puts the customer first, whatever it takes. As an example my HVAC unit had begun to drip & rust. Most companies would just call it normal conditions, and run. Not Carlos. He called the manufacturer and went to bat for me. A few weeks later I learned that Full Efficiency was able to convince the manufacturer to replace my unit at minimal cost. There are few if any companies that would have taken the time or even cared. Most in fact, would try to sell you a new unit. Again that's not the way Carlos works if you need a new HVAC unit he'll tell you. If all it needs is a repair, he'll tell you that too."
Remodel
Condensers
Installed furnaces
Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Cahill Heating, Cooling, Electric, Plumbing & Sewer
4.8(
32
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

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."
Furnace Installations
Heat Pump Installations
Furnace Installations
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+7

Response time8 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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R&J Preventative Maintenance
4.9(
29
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"R&J Preventative Maintenance responded immediately (on a Sunday!) and they had someone out the next morning to diagnose and repair the issue with our 2005 beverage fridge! We did not want to replace it and he had the parts with him and was able to repair! Amazing! (He also serviced our Sub-zero fridge!) We will definitely use them in the future and highly recommend!"
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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 Deerfield, 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.

The Deerfield, IL homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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