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Salazar Heating & Air

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Salazar Heating & Air

5.00(
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Approved Pro
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!


"They are knowledgeable, professional, prompt, fair and go out of their way to make everything perfect. I would hire them again, and so should you."

Bill C on December 2023

Premier Comfort Heating and Cooling LLC, has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every project we complete. Call Premier Comfort Heating and Cooling LLC, today and we'll be there in your time of need.

"They are knowledgeable, professional, prompt, fair and go out of their way to make everything perfect. I would hire them again, and so should you."

Bill C on December 2023


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Growchy Industries

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Growchy Industries

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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 15 years of experience in the HVAC industry, Growchy Industries is who you need to take care of your commercial, industrial, and residential mechanical needs. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your equipment runs perfect every single time. You will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

With over 15 years of experience in the HVAC industry, Growchy Industries is who you need to take care of your commercial, industrial, and residential mechanical needs. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your equipment runs perfect every single time. You will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!


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Aire Serv of Lake Forest-Gurnee

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Aire Serv of Lake Forest-Gurnee

5.00(
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally and veteran owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction! We service all major brands!

"Pre winter service on boiler"

Debbie B on October 2025

We are a locally and veteran owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction! We service all major brands!

"Pre winter service on boiler"

Debbie B on October 2025


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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning

5.00(
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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
116 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

Our team at One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be recognized in Southeastern Wisconsin for our excellent customer service and high-quality work. We've developed strong relationships with our customers because we put their needs first. Whether you need to repair your air conditioner, improve the air quality in your home, install a new heater, we are here to help. We provide more than promises to our customers'we back up our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you contact our team, you can trust that we will get the job done right the first time.

"Submitted request at 8am. They were out working by 9am and the job was completed by 10:30. Haylee was kind and professional. Will be coming back if I need anything else. "

Paris L on August 2025

Our team at One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be recognized in Southeastern Wisconsin for our excellent customer service and high-quality work. We've developed strong relationships with our customers because we put their needs first. Whether you need to repair your air conditioner, improve the air quality in your home, install a new heater, we are here to help. We provide more than promises to our customers'we back up our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you contact our team, you can trust that we will get the job done right the first time.

"Submitted request at 8am. They were out working by 9am and the job was completed by 10:30. Haylee was kind and professional. Will be coming back if I need anything else. "

Paris L on August 2025


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All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning

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All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning

4.52(
2,724
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Customers say: Quality work
121 local quotes requested
88 years of experience

All Temp is one of Chicago's Award Winning heating, cooling and home comfort company. We provide top-notch sales, service, repair and maintenance at the most competitive prices. We are family-owned since 1938 with more than 85 employees and we do not use sub-contractors. Always feel free to call us with your questions or for sales and service. We provide a free in-home estimate should you need a new a/c, furnace or boiler. We can be reached at 1-800-All-Temp or 773-481-2000 for more information. We are at your service 24/7. Ask for Mike Clark, Erin Wayda or Rick Jacobs. See our website for additional service area.

"Professional and thorough. Central humidifier installed without issue."

Shawn C on November 2024

All Temp is one of Chicago's Award Winning heating, cooling and home comfort company. We provide top-notch sales, service, repair and maintenance at the most competitive prices. We are family-owned since 1938 with more than 85 employees and we do not use sub-contractors. Always feel free to call us with your questions or for sales and service. We provide a free in-home estimate should you need a new a/c, furnace or boiler. We can be reached at 1-800-All-Temp or 773-481-2000 for more information. We are at your service 24/7. Ask for Mike Clark, Erin Wayda or Rick Jacobs. See our website for additional service area.

"Professional and thorough. Central humidifier installed without issue."

Shawn C on November 2024


"I had some backup into the basement, they came to rod it out and told me I needed to check the line going to the street and they could come back for a video check. Well they said they came back and took the video and I needed some expensive work to clear the line. I called to ask them for the video, they said that they'd have someone call me back. They called me back and said that there was no video, their worker didn't put in a USB drive and besides they said I didn't ask for one. What did they expect I was asking for??? I said I expected and wanted a video, how do I know they even really performed the work. They said they would call me back. THEY DIDN'T. I called them back, they again said they'd call me. Again no call. The last time they told me, the owner was on another call but would definitely call me back. One week later NO CALLBACK. I firmly believe they didn't do a video, charged me for one and took me for a sucker. I will NEVER use this company again. I think they are crooks. P.S. Ever since they rodded the drain one of my toilets started have trouble flushing. I won't doubt they messed it up so they could come back again for more money. DO NOT USE. P.P.S. I wonder if they will contact me on this posting, I doubt it."

Clyde B on May 2025

For over 50 years, Cahill has delivered quality heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing, and sewer services. Locally owned and operated with 1,000+ 5-star reviews, we cost-effectively serve every customer.

"I had some backup into the basement, they came to rod it out and told me I needed to check the line going to the street and they could come back for a video check. Well they said they came back and took the video and I needed some expensive work to clear the line. I called to ask them for the video, they said that they'd have someone call me back. They called me back and said that there was no video, their worker didn't put in a USB drive and besides they said I didn't ask for one. What did they expect I was asking for??? I said I expected and wanted a video, how do I know they even really performed the work. They said they would call me back. THEY DIDN'T. I called them back, they again said they'd call me. Again no call. The last time they told me, the owner was on another call but would definitely call me back. One week later NO CALLBACK. I firmly believe they didn't do a video, charged me for one and took me for a sucker. I will NEVER use this company again. I think they are crooks. P.S. Ever since they rodded the drain one of my toilets started have trouble flushing. I won't doubt they messed it up so they could come back again for more money. DO NOT USE. P.P.S. I wonder if they will contact me on this posting, I doubt it."

Clyde B on May 2025


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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning

5.00(
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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
15 local quotes requested
54 years of experience

At One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, we've been proudly serving Chicago-area communities with expert heating and cooling services for over 65 years. Our reputation is built on delivering legendary service—with every technician fully background-checked, drug-tested, and bringing at least five years of professional HVAC experience to your home. You, the customer, are the most important part of our business, and we never forget that. Be sure to ask about our flexible financing options—we're here to keep comfort within reach.

"You can't ask for friendlier people than those who work here. Mark gave me the quote and performed the cleaning along with another employee. Each time someone from American Comforts came to my home, they wore footies over their shoes so as to not get my floors/carpet dirty. From what I understand, their method of cleaning is the only method that will truly clean the entire system of ducts. For this reason, I was willing to pay a higher price than what the others were quoting."

Rachel S on July 2005

At One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, we've been proudly serving Chicago-area communities with expert heating and cooling services for over 65 years. Our reputation is built on delivering legendary service—with every technician fully background-checked, drug-tested, and bringing at least five years of professional HVAC experience to your home. You, the customer, are the most important part of our business, and we never forget that. Be sure to ask about our flexible financing options—we're here to keep comfort within reach.

"You can't ask for friendlier people than those who work here. Mark gave me the quote and performed the cleaning along with another employee. Each time someone from American Comforts came to my home, they wore footies over their shoes so as to not get my floors/carpet dirty. From what I understand, their method of cleaning is the only method that will truly clean the entire system of ducts. For this reason, I was willing to pay a higher price than what the others were quoting."

Rachel S on July 2005


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Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling

4.65(
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Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling

4.65(
2,301
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
24 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling is the winner of the Super Service Award each year since 2011, when we started our profile on Angies List. If you are looking for professional Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Heating or any type of HVAC services in the greater Chicago-land, area make the call to Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling! We put our customers first with everything we do. That is why we offer a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee on all the work we do, and on all the products we install. If you would like to speak with one of our experts and get scheduled for service, call us at (847) 468-0069.

"All in all good service but price too high"

Marian J on May 2025

Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling is the winner of the Super Service Award each year since 2011, when we started our profile on Angies List. If you are looking for professional Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Heating or any type of HVAC services in the greater Chicago-land, area make the call to Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling! We put our customers first with everything we do. That is why we offer a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee on all the work we do, and on all the products we install. If you would like to speak with one of our experts and get scheduled for service, call us at (847) 468-0069.

"All in all good service but price too high"

Marian J on May 2025


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Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drainage Inc. - HVAC

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Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drainage Inc. - HVAC

4.50(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 local quotes requested

Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Cooling has been serving Chicagoland and surrounding areas since 1988. Over 30+ years, we've developed the kind of service that surpasses expectations: a motivated team built on providing full-service support for your home, be it repair, maintenance or install. Our team licensed and certified technicians will guide you through every step of the process, from the initial phone call to service completion. This kind of reliability, transparency, professionalism and customer involvement allows us to develop long-lasting relationships with our clientele.

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Keun Y on January 2025

Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Cooling has been serving Chicagoland and surrounding areas since 1988. Over 30+ years, we've developed the kind of service that surpasses expectations: a motivated team built on providing full-service support for your home, be it repair, maintenance or install. Our team licensed and certified technicians will guide you through every step of the process, from the initial phone call to service completion. This kind of reliability, transparency, professionalism and customer involvement allows us to develop long-lasting relationships with our clientele.

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Keun Y on January 2025

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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, IL homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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    The cost of replacing an AC unit fan motor depends on warranties, labor, season, and more. This cost guide covers everything you need to know about this HVAC part.

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