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Avatar for Home Comfort Systems Inc
Home Comfort Systems Inc
4.9(
315
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We purchased a new central air conditioner and a 2-stage furnace. In addition, they needed to update the air circulation to and from the system, which was nicely done. Needed a little tweaking, and one of the owners came out to perform the simple task himself."
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Response time8 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
Avatar for AMERICAN FAMILY HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
AMERICAN FAMILY HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
4.9(
72
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would like to preface my statement by saying this company was recommended to me by my family member who has used this company regularly and has not yet had their AC unit replaced - their unit is 21 years old. I was having problems with my upstairs AC unit not cooling properly and called out to American Family for the first time with a service call thinking that the unit may only need repair (maybe needing freon or a leak as the blower motor seemed to still be working, just no cool air). It turned out to be the compressor. I elected not to replace the units compressor due to the age of the unit itself. The company rep suggested that we also replace the heating unit upstairs due to its age and noting the complications we were having at the end of the winter season (he did check it as well). He stated it would be cheaper to do both than one at a time, but also stated it was completely my choice. Knowing about this company from other relatives they do try to repair and/or resolve your HVAC issues first. However, my AC was beyond a reasonable repair. I asked for a bid without the heating unit and with the AC and heating. The quotes were individually fair and I elected to do the later (with heat and AC). They scheduled immediately with owner Tim. They were able to install the next day, but I elected 2 days later. I only paid for the service call at this point and they accepted my coupon. The service guys arrived timely. It was an extremely hot day (roughly 99 degrees), but the workers stayed all day installing both units until everything was satisfactory. They were pleasant and explained everything in detail. They cleaned up after themselves, taking the old units. There was very little residual left behind and considering they worked so long and it was so hot they were respectful and completed the job as stated. A part was missing during install, but it was immediately resolved as it was brought by someone else from the company, in turn, leaving them to continue working rather than leaving and coming back. I was very pleased overall and will use them again."
Response time3 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
4.6(
2,422
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It's sad to have to put down a dog, but to add to the frustration having your heat go out in your bridal salon makes the day suck even more.  I had an 8 am appointment at my store for the heating unit and an 11 am appointment to put a fur-baby down.  Friends I can't tell you how easy Anthony at Lifeline Plumbing, Heating & Cooling was to work with.  He knew in minutes what needed to be done.  There was no ********.  He knew the day I was going to have and just wanted the job done so I could continue with what was going to be an afoul morning.   At 1:30 pm while sitting in my car I get a text from Anthony asking me if I was okay.  WOW!  Not only did this Company/man get me up and running last minute but he cared how I was doing.  Friends, it says a lot about a person that takes time out of their day to check-in.  And when it's your heating guy it's even more mind-blowing.  It was 19 degrees outside and even colder on our roof.  His only concern was me.  If you have issues with heating or air...  you've got to request Anthony.  Tell them Complete Bridal sent you.  You won't be disappointed.  And when he suggests a maintenance plan you might want to think about it.  It saved me HUNDREDS! "
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+15

Response time5 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning
Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
417
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1904

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installers were prompt, professional and knowledgeable- they did a great job. I would highly recommend Shavitz for A/C repair and service. Ernie and Johnny talked me through the process, gave me an accurate time estimate and worked diligently to get our A/C back up and running on a very, very hot day."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning
All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning
4.5(
2,814
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Serving Elgin, 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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+6

Response time10 hrs
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.6(
433
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yearly maintenance on our A/C. Hard working tech who did his best to work on getting things clean and colder. I would recommend them for a good company who you can trust to do the best possible job they can in trying to help meet the customers needs. Their excellent reviews are accurate and I feel like we received good service for what we spent."
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+2

Response time3 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for G & R Heating & Air
G & R Heating & Air
4.6(
126
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a great experience with their HVAC services. They repaired my electrical baseboard heater quickly and made sure everything was working perfectly before leaving. The team was professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable. They also installed our new central A/C system smoothly with no issues at all. Communication was clear throughout the process, and the pricing was fair. Highly satisfied with the quality of work and customer service. I would definitely recommend them for any heating or cooling needs."
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+20

Response time11 hrs
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for AWE Air Water Energy
AWE Air Water Energy
4.7(
588
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1911

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jon Predny was the service technician, and he was more than perfect. His level of customer care must be taken as a great asset to your organization."
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Solar Power
Regular Maintenance

+10

217 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
3,280
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. Technician arrived timely. Tech was extremely courteous, professional and gave detailed explanation of central air system operating status. We have had Four Seasons perform seasonal check up on our heating and air conditioning system, and repairs when required, for over ten years."
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Response time9 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Phoenix HVAC, LLC
Phoenix HVAC, LLC
4.8(
64
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Phoenix HVAC has been great! I needed maintenance on my A/C having never done any on it for 13 years. Bob was great at explaining all that he was doing and he comped me on a part of the service because they had to reschedule me 2 times due to their schedules getting so busy with the latest extreme heat. Speaking of rescheduling, it's not common practice for them and Maggie, their office manager (and Bob) were extremely apologetic about it. I understood the circumstances. I was not in peril with no A/C and others were, so I was ok to wait a few days from original date. Customer Service was excellent, no pushy sales pitch and quality work! I've already recommended them to my neighbors!"
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+21

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Elgin, 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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