Q: Are smart thermostats worth it?

Smart thermostats may be worth it for many homeowners. They come with various features, including voice control and smartphone apps. Vacation mode can help lower energy usage when you’re out of town for an extended period. Alert warnings let you know about major spikes or drops in temperature. Smartphone apps can track energy usage, and smart thermostats can learn your routine over time to adjust your temperature and reduce wasted energy consumption automatically.

Q: Do I need more than one smart thermostat?

You typically do not need more than one smart thermostat. While it’s common to see multiple mechanical thermostats throughout a large home, multiple smart thermostats may try to override each other. This can lead to problems with the HVAC system. Ensure the unit you buy has the option for dual- or multi-zoned systems to avoid compatibility issues.

Q: Will I save money with smart thermostats?

Installing a programmable or smart thermostat may save you $180 per year in utility costs. A big part of this comes from a smart thermostat’s ability to learn and adapt to your regular routines. With smartphone apps or web-based interfaces, you also have the option to control your thermostat when you’re not home.

Growchy Industries

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4 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!

G & R Heating and Air, LLC

G & R Heating and Air, LLC

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

323 local quotes requested

Stay comfortable in your home or business with heating and cooling HVAC services from G & R Heating and Air, LLC of Gilberts. We specialize in service, repair and new installs. With over 20 years of industry experience, we have the knowledge and understanding to get the job done right. Unlike others in the HVAC industry, we will not nickel and dime you. For us, customer satisfaction is our primary goal. We realize that fair prices and honest work coupled with excellent customer service will keep our customers happy. We are only happy when you are happy! Call us today!

"Workers were great!!! Marcos and Javiar were wonderful!!! Would use again!"

David K on November 2025

Stay comfortable in your home or business with heating and cooling HVAC services from G & R Heating and Air, LLC of Gilberts. We specialize in service, repair and new installs. With over 20 years of industry experience, we have the knowledge and understanding to get the job done right. Unlike others in the HVAC industry, we will not nickel and dime you. For us, customer satisfaction is our primary goal. We realize that fair prices and honest work coupled with excellent customer service will keep our customers happy. We are only happy when you are happy! Call us today!

"Workers were great!!! Marcos and Javiar were wonderful!!! Would use again!"

David K on November 2025

Handyman Pros

Handyman Pros

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

277 local quotes requested

ONE CALL CAN SOLVE ALL YOUR HOUSE PROBLEMS Professional Handyman Services, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Tiling, Flooring Insured Bonded Guaranteed LIVE PHONE HELP Mon-Fri 8-5 email chat after hours... Chicago Home Repair License #2209943

"Excellent work and friendly service. Will use again."

Diane D on September 2025

ONE CALL CAN SOLVE ALL YOUR HOUSE PROBLEMS Professional Handyman Services, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Tiling, Flooring Insured Bonded Guaranteed LIVE PHONE HELP Mon-Fri 8-5 email chat after hours... Chicago Home Repair License #2209943

"Excellent work and friendly service. Will use again."

Diane D on September 2025

The Handy Veteran

The Handy Veteran

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

81 local quotes requested

The Handy Veteran is a veteran owned and operated company. We offer free estimates and stand by our motto of professional and dependable services. We want to be the one stop shop handyman for you. We offer active duty and veteran discounts. BOOKED FOR THE REMAINDER OF 2025, NOW BOOKING FOR 2026!

"It was our third time using The Handy Veteran and it will not be the last. Kevin and his team are absolutely top notch! Our first job with Kevin was to replace and paint all of the wood and trim in our entire house, replace carpet with LVP flooring on a third of the floors in our 3000sqf home, refaced our fireplace, install a new front door, & paint the entire house. Second job was to repair and paint our large deck. This last job was to replace more floors, remodel our guest bathroom and hang multiple lights fixtures. Our first job was in 2020 and the initial work they did is still perfect. Kevin stands by his work. He is not satisfied until the job is done right and was extremely accommodating to all of our requests. He wanted us satisfied and happy with the work and even made some great suggestions that really enhanced the final outcome. Him and his team are extremely respectful of our time, professional, friendly and trustworthy. Also very fair with their pricing! "

Dominick D on November 2025

The Handy Veteran is a veteran owned and operated company. We offer free estimates and stand by our motto of professional and dependable services. We want to be the one stop shop handyman for you. We offer active duty and veteran discounts. BOOKED FOR THE REMAINDER OF 2025, NOW BOOKING FOR 2026!

"It was our third time using The Handy Veteran and it will not be the last. Kevin and his team are absolutely top notch! Our first job with Kevin was to replace and paint all of the wood and trim in our entire house, replace carpet with LVP flooring on a third of the floors in our 3000sqf home, refaced our fireplace, install a new front door, & paint the entire house. Second job was to repair and paint our large deck. This last job was to replace more floors, remodel our guest bathroom and hang multiple lights fixtures. Our first job was in 2020 and the initial work they did is still perfect. Kevin stands by his work. He is not satisfied until the job is done right and was extremely accommodating to all of our requests. He wanted us satisfied and happy with the work and even made some great suggestions that really enhanced the final outcome. Him and his team are extremely respectful of our time, professional, friendly and trustworthy. Also very fair with their pricing! "

Dominick D on November 2025

Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath

Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

101 local quotes requested

SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER SINCE 2003! Our mission is to offer honest, reliable home remodeling services that set us apart from other service providers. We continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each home repair or remodeling project is done to your satisfaction. Our commitment and assurance to our clients is something we take great pride in. When planning your next home improvement project, rely on a company that offers unparalleled knowledge, experience and expertise. Contact us today to learn more about what sets us apart from the competition.

"THE BEST experience with a contractor EVER! We’ve owned 7 houses and have hired numerous contractors to do a variety of work, this was by far the smoothest, most thorough job we’ve ever had done. The communication, preparation and scheduling made us feel at ease with the project. Everyone of the workers and managers of the job showed up on time and got our job done on the specific schedule we were given. The quality of the work was top notch! The entire team was a pleasure to work with!"

Steve B on October 2021

SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER SINCE 2003! Our mission is to offer honest, reliable home remodeling services that set us apart from other service providers. We continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each home repair or remodeling project is done to your satisfaction. Our commitment and assurance to our clients is something we take great pride in. When planning your next home improvement project, rely on a company that offers unparalleled knowledge, experience and expertise. Contact us today to learn more about what sets us apart from the competition.

"THE BEST experience with a contractor EVER! We’ve owned 7 houses and have hired numerous contractors to do a variety of work, this was by far the smoothest, most thorough job we’ve ever had done. The communication, preparation and scheduling made us feel at ease with the project. Everyone of the workers and managers of the job showed up on time and got our job done on the specific schedule we were given. The quality of the work was top notch! The entire team was a pleasure to work with!"

Steve B on October 2021

Off-Shift

Off-Shift

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

137 local quotes requested

I’ve been running my own handyman business for about 4 years. I have work in most of the trades in my life. I have experience with roofing, plumbing, general repairs, and assembly of furniture. Estimates are always free.

"Rob did an excellent job putting the cabinet together. He was efficient, quick and friendly! I would definitely recommend him to neighbors and use him again for another project!"

Christopher C on October 2025

I’ve been running my own handyman business for about 4 years. I have work in most of the trades in my life. I have experience with roofing, plumbing, general repairs, and assembly of furniture. Estimates are always free.

"Rob did an excellent job putting the cabinet together. He was efficient, quick and friendly! I would definitely recommend him to neighbors and use him again for another project!"

Christopher C on October 2025

S.R.M Contracting

S.R.M Contracting

Customers say: Quick response

617 local quotes requested

Free onsite estimate

S.R.M CONTRACTING has been in business for the last 3 years. Any job I take on. I work at it as if I was working on my own stuff. I am honest and to the point. I will not waste your money or my time. We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Excellent quality. Highly responsive and accommodating to our requests. The final cost matched the original quote."

Matt A on October 2024

S.R.M CONTRACTING has been in business for the last 3 years. Any job I take on. I work at it as if I was working on my own stuff. I am honest and to the point. I will not waste your money or my time. We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Excellent quality. Highly responsive and accommodating to our requests. The final cost matched the original quote."

Matt A on October 2024

Home Repairs R' Us Inc

Home Repairs R' Us Inc

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

1017 local quotes requested

Please NOTE: we DO NOT accept furniture assembly or wall mounting projects. With over 17 years of Plumbing, Interior painting and all facets of general handyman work, Home Repairs R Us continues to be South/Southwest Chicago's "One Stop Home Repair Service Shop". Deal direct with owner Eric Henry and his dedicated, professional crew on any handyman job you need completed. Eric's wide home repair skill set makes it convenient for any home owner to make one call and accomplish just about any service needed at your residence or business. Call us today!

"Everything is beautiful. The two of them tackle it in two days. I'm very happy with the work."

JEROME W on November 2020

Please NOTE: we DO NOT accept furniture assembly or wall mounting projects. With over 17 years of Plumbing, Interior painting and all facets of general handyman work, Home Repairs R Us continues to be South/Southwest Chicago's "One Stop Home Repair Service Shop". Deal direct with owner Eric Henry and his dedicated, professional crew on any handyman job you need completed. Eric's wide home repair skill set makes it convenient for any home owner to make one call and accomplish just about any service needed at your residence or business. Call us today!

"Everything is beautiful. The two of them tackle it in two days. I'm very happy with the work."

JEROME W on November 2020

JNJ Heating & Air Conditioning

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JNJ Heating & Air Conditioning

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Customers say: Super punctual

21 years of experience

At JNJ Heating and Air Conditioning, we're proud of our decade of service to the tri-city area and look forward to helping you with your air conditioning and heating needs. We're pleased to serve both residential and commercial customers; our team is prepared to help you with the sales, service, and installation of the comfort system that is ideal for your home or business. And be sure to ask JNJ Heating and Air Conditioning for a free estimate. Whether it's a new installation or routine service, our factory-trained technicians provide the expertise your comfort depends on. And at JNJ Heating and Air Conditioning, we repair all makes and models. If a repair is needed, we will give you all of your options so you will know the price before we start and can decide what is right for you. Our clean, professional technicians will set you at ease, and we guarantee to do the work right the first time. We are licensed and insured, and offers extended warranty programs. We have flexible financing options so that you can choose the payment method that fits your life, and we offer free estimates on replacements of your equipment. Finally, we service ALL brands of equipment. When you invite JNJ into your home, you will encounter not only expertly-trained technicians, but also people who are trained to deliver a tailored and unique service experience. This includes treating you and your home with respect.

"I might be getting tricked by this place and they are playing an elaborate prank on me. I am a VIP member of their service, so quarterly I get some free services done. Been with them for more than 5 years. It all starts with a technician doing a routine service on my furnace. The say the drip plate needs replacing. Ok, so they say they will order the parts. Months go by, I hear nothing. I email asking to do the work. Again nothing. I move on. Fast forward to new quarterly service. New tech says "oh no the drip plate doesn't need service, you need a deep clean." Ok $500 later I have a clean furnace. Summer comes around. Record heat. The furnace makes a jet engine noise, super loud! The fan in the furnace is obviously wrong. I make an appointment. Wait around all day. They call, "Oh sorry we can't actually make it today." Great, ok, well then come tomorrow. They do. They say that some belt was off or something. They fix it, under warranty of course, so no cost to me. But still Two weeks go by, now its RECORD heat mid-June 2022. We start to hear a GRINDING like a jack hammer from the furnace. We turn off the AC. So we have no AC mid-summer. They come by. The tech says another screw was loose and caused the blower wheel to grind and get stuck, thus blowing the blower motor. Ok...so they have to order the parts on Friday. "They'll be in early next week." Monday....Tuesday....Wednesday....oh the parts are in! Yay!! Appointment gets booked for the morning. I stay home from work......annnnd they come at 5:30 pm. Great. Two techs this time. They come by look around for a while, take things apart. Then they ask me, who came and fixed it last time, what did he look like. So now I am trying to describe a 20-something guy with a star wars tattoo that was in my 100 degree house last Friday. Long story short, the tech says that t he first tech did not say the motor was blown! I said "well I kind of remember him saying that." So new-tech looks up the notes. He reads his ipad and lo and behold, the first tech DID say the motor was blown, but new-tech FORGOT TO GRAB THE PART FROM THE OFFICE. He apologizes, says he'll get me on the schedule for tomorrow. Great. Ok. I get a call from their office saying "Your on for tomorrow." Cool. I take ANOTHER day off work. I call 8 am the next day to ask where I am in the schedule so I can, ya know, do things. I AM NOT ON THE SCHEDULE!! Well now this is getting a little irritating. So I kind of yell at them. They say ok, we will get you on the schedule for today. They call and let me know that the tech will be there between 10 - 11 am today. I am not hopeful."

Aaron C on June 2022

At JNJ Heating and Air Conditioning, we're proud of our decade of service to the tri-city area and look forward to helping you with your air conditioning and heating needs. We're pleased to serve both residential and commercial customers; our team is prepared to help you with the sales, service, and installation of the comfort system that is ideal for your home or business. And be sure to ask JNJ Heating and Air Conditioning for a free estimate. Whether it's a new installation or routine service, our factory-trained technicians provide the expertise your comfort depends on. And at JNJ Heating and Air Conditioning, we repair all makes and models. If a repair is needed, we will give you all of your options so you will know the price before we start and can decide what is right for you. Our clean, professional technicians will set you at ease, and we guarantee to do the work right the first time. We are licensed and insured, and offers extended warranty programs. We have flexible financing options so that you can choose the payment method that fits your life, and we offer free estimates on replacements of your equipment. Finally, we service ALL brands of equipment. When you invite JNJ into your home, you will encounter not only expertly-trained technicians, but also people who are trained to deliver a tailored and unique service experience. This includes treating you and your home with respect.

"I might be getting tricked by this place and they are playing an elaborate prank on me. I am a VIP member of their service, so quarterly I get some free services done. Been with them for more than 5 years. It all starts with a technician doing a routine service on my furnace. The say the drip plate needs replacing. Ok, so they say they will order the parts. Months go by, I hear nothing. I email asking to do the work. Again nothing. I move on. Fast forward to new quarterly service. New tech says "oh no the drip plate doesn't need service, you need a deep clean." Ok $500 later I have a clean furnace. Summer comes around. Record heat. The furnace makes a jet engine noise, super loud! The fan in the furnace is obviously wrong. I make an appointment. Wait around all day. They call, "Oh sorry we can't actually make it today." Great, ok, well then come tomorrow. They do. They say that some belt was off or something. They fix it, under warranty of course, so no cost to me. But still Two weeks go by, now its RECORD heat mid-June 2022. We start to hear a GRINDING like a jack hammer from the furnace. We turn off the AC. So we have no AC mid-summer. They come by. The tech says another screw was loose and caused the blower wheel to grind and get stuck, thus blowing the blower motor. Ok...so they have to order the parts on Friday. "They'll be in early next week." Monday....Tuesday....Wednesday....oh the parts are in! Yay!! Appointment gets booked for the morning. I stay home from work......annnnd they come at 5:30 pm. Great. Two techs this time. They come by look around for a while, take things apart. Then they ask me, who came and fixed it last time, what did he look like. So now I am trying to describe a 20-something guy with a star wars tattoo that was in my 100 degree house last Friday. Long story short, the tech says that t he first tech did not say the motor was blown! I said "well I kind of remember him saying that." So new-tech looks up the notes. He reads his ipad and lo and behold, the first tech DID say the motor was blown, but new-tech FORGOT TO GRAB THE PART FROM THE OFFICE. He apologizes, says he'll get me on the schedule for tomorrow. Great. Ok. I get a call from their office saying "Your on for tomorrow." Cool. I take ANOTHER day off work. I call 8 am the next day to ask where I am in the schedule so I can, ya know, do things. I AM NOT ON THE SCHEDULE!! Well now this is getting a little irritating. So I kind of yell at them. They say ok, we will get you on the schedule for today. They call and let me know that the tech will be there between 10 - 11 am today. I am not hopeful."

Aaron C on June 2022

First Choice Remodeling

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Full service remodeling service that also offers handyman services as well. No project is too small for us. We specialize in decks, garages, porches, basement finishing, kitchen renovations, bathroom remodels.

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