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Freedom Heating & Cooling
4.8(
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Home Comfort Systems Inc
5.0(
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Replaced capacitor. Still didn't work, so we were looking at ac replacement. Before we did, technician continued to experiment by cooling of the compressor with the garden hose and it worked! Saved me thousands in replacement costs."
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Response time8 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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AMERICAN FAMILY HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
4.9(
66
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with American Family. Their bid was competitive and the installation of our new air conditioner went very smoothly. They removed the existing system and were great about not destroying our landscape. We had them install the new system in a new location, away from the back patio. So far everything seems to be running fine and I would happily recommend them to anyone."
Response time3 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning
4.8(
385
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1904

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Although it is never good news when you need to replace your heater - the guys at Shavitz have been great to work with throughout the process. During the initial consultation and installation Mike and Jose were professional and corteous throughout the entire process. I would trust these guys again for other HVAC needs!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AL'S Cooling & Heating
5.0(
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Quick response

24/7 Availability. $55 service call for new customers. $79 furnace tune-up. Fix your furnace and make sure it's working before the cold arrives! Call us now. Family owned and operated. We are a small business where customer satisfaction is our #1 priority.\n

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+11

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sunset Heating & Air-Conditioning
4.8(
4
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chose him due to the reviews and the price was right for my budget. The contractor who did the installation was good. Only thing I didn’t like was the fishing tactics like Mr Jackson was willing to upgrade the thermostat but after furnace was installed, nope. He said one I had was still good. Also the bullying to put in the reviews for the company. See that’s why he got 5 stars."
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Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling LLC
5.0(
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Here at Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling LLC, we take pride in providing the best services and satisfying our customer needs. We specialize in Air Conditioning Repair, Air Conditioning Contractor, Heater Contractor, HVAC Contractors, Heating Equipment Supplier, Heating Repair, HVAC Contractor, Air Conditioning Contractors, Air Conditioning, Heaters, Heating and much more. We look forward to your business and serving you. Contact us today (844)467-4822

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Response time7 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Oak Lawn, 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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