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Mr Duct Chicagoland
4.8(
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Exceptional service provided by a technician ( Cesar) who was both courteous and well trained to execute the job at hand. I would hire Mr Duck again for anything having to do with duct cleaning or repair."
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+81

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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G & R Heating & Air
4.6(
137
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Gurnee, 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
Response rate100%
116 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R&J Preventative Maintenance
4.9(
36
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Gurnee, 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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+6

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Long Shun HVAC and Refrigeration Inc.
4.3(
126
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sam was on time, friendly, respectful of property, knowledgeable, and professional. Diagnosed and fixed my central air unit. Answered all my questions and clearly explained what needed to be done. Highly recommend! Very satisfied with service!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Dr. HVAC Heating and Cooling
4.5(
376
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Dr. HVAC has been in business for 31 years, owned and operated by Steve Rokkas. Steve is personally involved with every project to insure complete customer satisfaction. If you are in need of a full-service HVAC contractor, call Dr. HVAC for reliable, speedy installation at the best prices in the Skokie, IL area. If you are looking for duct work or heating services call Dr. HVAC for the best customer service in the area. Contact us today!\nAll equipment comes with 5 yr part customer has to register for 10yrs parts

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Phoenix HVAC, LLC
4.8(
64
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Phoenix HVAC is the only heating & cooling company I will ever use! They are thorough, professional and explain all options available. I never felt pressured to make a decision to repair or replace, and the final installation is impeccable... the job site was cleaned to a state better than it was before they started! They answered all of my questions and were extremely flexible when scheduling the work. Having the team @ Phoenix perform this work gave me peace of mind on the eve of sub-zero temperatures! Thank you Bob and the rest of the Phoenix team!"
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+21

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Gurnee, 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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