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R&J Preventative Maintenance
4.9(
32
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"R&J Preventative Maintenance responded immediately (on a Sunday!) and they had someone out the next morning to diagnose and repair the issue with our 2005 beverage fridge! We did not want to replace it and he had the parts with him and was able to repair! Amazing! (He also serviced our Sub-zero fridge!) We will definitely use them in the future and highly recommend!"
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+6

Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
3,283
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"on time, and knowledgeable the technician did the job well. Also, I had a problem changing the furnace filter. The filter was getting stuck when taking it out or installing. He repaired that too."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Phoenix HVAC, LLC
4.8(
64
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very straight forward conversation. Very pleasant service. Made me feel good about my decision to go with them."
Staging and Wrapping Ductwork
Staging and Wrapping Duct Work
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+21

Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Long Shun HVAC and Refrigeration Inc.
4.3(
126
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a property manager I've dealt with many HVAC companies. Mr. Shun and his services stand head and shoulders above them. He was detailed, timely, thoroughly inspected all components of systems and made recommendations to prolong life of unit. Definitely THUMBS UP!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
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VENT HEATING & COOLING INC.
4.8(
46
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The reason I gave a C grade on promptness was because the first time I scheduled it rained very hard in the a.m. and it was already an hour past when they were supposed to arrive before I called them and canceled for that day and re-scheduled for another. Worked out good the 2nd time around and he arrived at the last 1/2 hour of our two-hour window. The serviceman pointed out something with the a/c unit that needed to be replaced and I was in agreement. Ended up costing more than expected because of those replacements, but I did get an Angie's list coupon rate for the inspection."
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AWE Air Water Energy
4.7(
588
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1911

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a great experience with A.W.E. The service technician was excellent. He explained all the items being checked and the overall condition of my a.c. unit."
Owner Ray Grimm
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Regular Maintenance

+10

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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Riverside, IL

Coils work to absorb heat into the refrigerant that flows through them, moving heat from one location to another. For air conditioning, the evaporator coil inside the air handler in your home absorbs heat. It then transfers the heat outside to the condenser coil, where it releases it. The opposite process happens for heat pumps. When the coils get dusty and dirty, it reduces how well these components work.

Skip regular cleanings, and dirt, debris, and mineral deposits will blanket your evaporator and condenser coils. When that happens, the coils can’t shed heat efficiently, so the system works harder and your energy bill climbs. Over time, overheating strains the compressor and can trigger a full breakdown—an avoidable repair that often costs far more than a simple annual cleaning.

AC coil cleaning is an investment that pays for itself in the benefits it provides. Dust‑caked coils force your AC to run longer, so you spend more on electricity and rack up extra wear. A quick professional cleaning restores efficiency, trims monthly bills, and eases strain on expensive parts. Over the long haul, that small yearly fee delays pricy repairs and stretches the unit’s lifespan, making coil cleaning one of the smartest HVAC tune‑ups you can schedule.

Watch for higher electric bills, rooms that stay warm no matter how low you set the thermostat, or an AC system that runs nonstop. Extra humidity and frost on the coils are also red flags. Catching these clues early lets you schedule a quick cleaning before the system overworks itself and triggers an expensive breakdown.

Your AC cleaning technician starts by shutting off the power to the unit and removing the faceplate. Compressed air and a vacuum hose blast away loose debris, followed by a coil-safe, no-rinse cleaner that dissolves stubborn grime. After the solution has soaked in, the professional wipes the fins, reassembles the housing, and restores power, leaving the system ready to cool at peak efficiency.

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