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G & R Heating & Air
4.5(
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Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"great. tech came quickly, provided inspection plus free cleaning, and returned asap when problem was not resolved. ultimately, G&R replaced the needed part for half the cost quoted by my prior heating service."
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+20

Response time11 hrs
116 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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R & G Heating and Cooling
5.0(
6
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Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marco from R & G did an excellent job replacing the water heater at my rental property. I have called him many times for a variety of services at different locations. He is very professional, and I recommend him to anyone looking for HVAC services."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Star Installations Inc
4.4(
58
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Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Once again Chris and Roy turned out an incredible new Kitchen door for us, removing the old and replacing with an energy efficient sliding door, not only more usable, but more light, fresh and clean. Looks great and works great, These guys finished in 1 single day, cleaned, and done..I cannot speak more highly of this company.."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Preferred Home Improvements
4.7(
12
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Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dillon was a great guy and worked fast and efficient. My house is 50 plus years old and the duct work had never been cleaned. Post the work, the house even smelled better. I am in the middle of a complete remodel and living in the house. I had all 11 vent grilles removed -(saved Dillon a pile of time not having to remove and re-install) and I would have thought a discount would have been in order."
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+30

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ace Handyman Services Chicagoland
4.5(
1,406
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Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Credit card accepted

"I needed a Storm door installed and called Ace Handyman Services. Neil came and did an amazing job!! Very friendly to work with and very knowledgeable. He installed my door in a timely manner and I love it. I will definitely have Neil do any of my handyman jobs that come up in the future!"
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Innovation Heating & A/C
5.0(
8
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Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We are a family-owned business, founded by Oscar Contreras in Rolling Meadows IL, and we're grown to be an HVAC leader in Northwest Suburbs. We're proud to say that most of our customers are repeat customers. The reason for that is clear. We offer superior craftmanship, honest communication, and great clear service. We work together with a common goal of bringing happiness and satisfaction to all our customers. With this goal in mind, we offer honest opinions regarding services & installations. We take pride in every aspect of our business from a simple service call to the most difficult installations. We have built our business on recommendations by word of mouth on behalf of satisfied customers. If you need a service, installation or have a question, please give us a call @ (224)-558-1516

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water boyz
5.0(
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Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"New installation went well. I was a little upset that only 50% was covered being that the unit was 19 years old. I'm sure that parts for something that old would be hard to find. Replacement was recommended."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Loves Park, 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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