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Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
417
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1904

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The three installers, Mirek, Mike, and Jonathan arrived promptly for the all-day job. All three were very professional. They came with their own dollies to bring the equipment to my unit, provided drop cloths to protect the flooring in my unit and in the building corridors, and answered questions about the equipment to my satisfaction. Will, the Shavitz Heating and AC Specialist who advised me on the equipment options, also stopped by to check on the installation. When the work was completed, the installers went through a checklist to make sure the installation was completed properly and the fan coil was operating correctly. They also showed me how to replace the filter and how to program the thermostat. Will also contacted me to see if I was satisfied and offered to stop by and program the thermostat."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Besco Air Inc
4.7(
833
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Besco team (sales, service, customer service) was a breath of fresh air for us. We purchased an older home and have had a series of mechanical issues (AC / Furnace) and recently had to replace our hot water heaters. The sales team was very helpful in outlining our various options in a low-pressure approach. The install team was exceptional in that they guys were willing to modify their placement of the unit so that we could use the (now) unused space for other (read: storage) purposes. This took add’l time and also required them to do a little additional work to make it work best for us. THEY DID THIS WILLINGLY BECAUSE IT MADE SENSE FOR US!! If you require anything HVAC / mechanical work for your home, please do not hesitate to engage Besco - you will not be sorry!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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TDH Mechanical Heating & Cooling Contractors
4.7(
366
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with TDH Mechanical. They did a full HVAC replacement of 2 systems in my single family home, including furnace and air conditioners. They were highly consultative and patient during the selling process, all work was completed on time with high quality, and the team was neat and courteous. When the units needed a bit of tuning post install (normal), they were back onsite in a matter of hours. Tim, the owner, is hands on and responsive and proactively checks back in on how things are doing. Would definitely recommend them to friends and family."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Air Solutions Heating Air-Conditioning Duct Cleaning
4.9(
67
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Air Solutions was very professional and informative during a routine cleaning/humidifier replacement. Prefer to use a smaller (family owned) business who is local to me. Signed up for their maintenance program in addition."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Park Ridge Appliance Service
4.9(
627
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Credit card accepted

"Adrian came put promptly on time and fixed the problem - it was a broken coupler (as we suspected). But a new issue arose: when testing the repair, he noticed a different sound that could suggest a prohibitive transmission repair in the near future. Of course there was no way for him to have known since the machine wasn't operating before he fixed the coupler. Still, he'd done his job faithfully and we paid him and he went on his way. That afternoon Nick, the owner, sent a thank you email and receipt, and we took the opportunity to let him know about our unfortunate result. He immediately called and set up a time the next day to listen and see for himself, at no charge. We were pleasantly shocked! They both came out again, silenced the noise instantly with lubrication to the clutch, and thankfully it seems that if we need a future fix at all, it will be to the clutch, a moderate repair, and still well worth it for this valuable machine. Both Adrian and Nick explained everything clearly, what they were doing, why, and what our options were, including comparing repair to replacement. (They do recommend one brand of machine for quality, but the capacity is smaller than our current appliance, and we do plenty of laundry). Anyway, we highly recommend Park Ridge Appliance Service on all counts. Not only don't they make them like they used to, it's rare to find a service company like this anymore. Thank you Nick, and much continued success."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Freedom Heating & Cooling
4.7(
2,956
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Willy was extremely thorough in troubleshooting potential causes for the lack of heat coming from my heater. He progressively eliminated the thermostat and multiple other components before concluding the heater was having air flow issues and had been repeatedly overheating. He educated me along the way about how to decipher heater status codes, what the heater behavior told him as he was trying different things, what he believed the problem was, and what options I had. He also educated me about filters and suggested I use a more porous filter, despite my allergies. Ultimately, my best option was to replace the heater and air conditioner, given the repeated stress the heater had been under for multiple years, its current performance, the interconnectedness of the heater and air conditioner, and the fact I planned to stay in the condo for years more. Because Willy did such a nice job educating me and helping me understand the implications of each option, I feel good about the decision to replace the units."
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+61

Response time5 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Veteran Air Cleaning Services, LLC
4.8(
171
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything was great except they broke the exterior dryer vent cover. They said they would return and replace it. They never did. It never should have happened in the first place. A true professional would have removed the cover when cleaning to eliminate the possibility of damage."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Aabest appliance
4.8(
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"great. told me my dryer had another ten years in it and needed only a bolt replaced. It was all good news and took about 2 hours to take a part the dryer and replace, with excellent clean up. He had the part on his truck. Couldn't have asked for better service. fixed within 8 hours of posting. Completed work on overtime ( after 5 )"
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Harwood Heights, IL

Swamp coolers are quite energy-efficient, using only 15% to 35% of the electricity that traditional central air conditioning units consume. This can lead to significant savings on your energy bills. However, keep in mind that swamp coolers require water to operate and may not cool your home as effectively in extremely hot or humid conditions. When considering overall efficiency, it is essential to weigh both electricity and water usage, as well as the cooling needs specific to your local climate.

Evaporative coolers only work in dry climates because they cool by moistening the air. If the air is already moist, this will have little to no cooling effect. Central AC is a better choice if you live in a humid climate, such as the Midwest, eastern, or western coastal regions.

To install a swamp cooler on a roof, a local HVAC specialist will first find and cut a spot free of wiring and obstructions. They’ll then install metal bracing, legs, brackets, the ceiling duct register, ductwork, power, and thermostat wires. Once installed, they’ll seal all openings, attach duct connections, and install a thermostat. Before leaving, they’ll run cool water piping to the unit and inspect all the connections.

The cost to repair your swamp cooler ranges from $50 to $600, depending on the issue, whether new parts are needed, and the chosen repair service. Depending on the type of pad your system uses, you will need to change out the pads every one to three years for proper operation. When budgeting for the cost to repair a window unit, expect to pay around $230.

The U.S. Department of Energy states that swamp coolers can cool a single room by five to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. However, this largely depends on the size and installation method of the evaporative cooler. You can only achieve these results in a dry climate, such as the American South, as it’s easier to cool rooms in humid environments with central air.

Swamp cooler water usage varies depending on the size of the unit. Smaller evaporative units may use one gallon per hour, while much larger units could use up to 15 gallons of water per hour. Most homeowners can expect their unit to use between seven and 10 gallons of water per hour of usage.

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