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

Approved

In business since 1904

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a great experience working with the guys from Shavitz. When my roof top unit broke and was without any heat, they came out immediately. Ryan was honest with his assessment of whether or not to replace the unit or repair it, and very helpful throughout my decision process. The quote that he provided was very reasonable, and I found to be the best option versus the other major names that I had received quotes from. When it came time to install, Cosmin and Linas did an excellent job, were both very friendly, and walked me through everything they were doing throughout the process. Overall, I am happy with the experience of working with Shavitz. And at the end of the job, Ryan came back again to make sure that everything was up to par. All in all, very happy with the service, but most of all the positive experience of the entire staff that I dealt with."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Besco Air Inc
4.7(
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome. While I probably could have scrounged around for a slightly better price, the speed, professionalism and quality of the work more than made up for it - and currently being unemployed, I don't say that lightly! They literally came THE NEXT DAY and did the entire install - remove old unit, rework the ducting, install an air cleaner, dress the wiring - all in one day! The job was done with expert quality - no loose wires or hoses lying around, everything square - and they even came back a few days later to make sure the sump pump and humidifier wire working correctly. finally, they called me a week after that, to make sure I got the Peoples Gas rebate paperwork together! I'd recommend them to anyone!"
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21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
3,279
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Four Seasons was very professional, informative, and responsive. Within 2 days of my tune up, they were back onsite to replace my old furnace (1983) and the motor in my other unit. The servicemen who installed the new furnace were respectful of my property. They made sure to remove the old unit and everything else, so my place pretty much looked like before the installation. They answered all of my questions and even provided me with information I didn't even know to ask about. On top of all that, they linked me with seamless financing that worked perfectly within my budget. Now I have a brand-new unit, a satisfied tenet, and heat that works much better than before. Peace of mind is what they really provided. All without straining my bottom line. They have definitely moved up to be my "go to" servicer for all things heating. Keep up the good work guys."
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Response time9 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Salazar Heating & Air Inc
5.0(
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Salazar Heating And Air, Inc. is a team of certified HVAC contractors dedicated to delivering superior HVAC services. We put care and attention to detail into every task we undertake regardless of how big or small the job is. Our hard work, commitment, and friendly service ensures that you will have a terrific customer experience and top-quality results, every time.

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Response time11 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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 highly recommend TDH. We had 2 AC units that were very old and were failing. I suspected that they would need to be replaced, and since they were freon based systems, we knew either way we would have to do it within the next few years. TDH came out and inspected our systems within 48 hours of me calling, and were thorough in their measurements and gave us a firm, competitive quote immediately. Tim called us personally to make sure we were happy with what we had ordered, and they installed both systems within 24 hours. The workers arrived on time, were professional. They removed the old systems, installed the new ones, and cleaned up everything before leaving. Tim then followed up with us to make sure we didn't have any questions. They are excellent, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to my neighbors.
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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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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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Response time5 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Veteran Air Cleaning Services, LLC
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Provider was able to schedule service quickly after being contacted. He arrived promptly, was professional and courteous, and got right to work. He cleaned two dryer vents, replaced the vents covers, and cleaned up thoroughly afterwards. His service charge was extremely reasonable and lower than what was estimated. All in all as pleasant an experience one could have when getting dryer vents cleaned :-)
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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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