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Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
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Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1904

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I did a full HVAC replacement (2 furnaces, 2 AC units) with Shavitz and have nothing but good things to say. First, the quote process with Ken was both informative and honest. The installation team led by Mirek was great. They were efficient, clean and walked me through everything. All piping and ductwork was replaced in the utility closets and at the AC units and all was properly insulated. Their work is clean and clearly shows they know what they are doing. It was a two-day install and Ken made sure to stop by on day 1 to ensure that everything was completed as we discussed. The furnaces are even quieter than expected! It’s too cold to run the AC units and they will need a return visit to get that system activated but so far so good. I would highly recommend this team to anyone."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G & R Heating & Air
4.5(
123
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Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I recently hired them for central A/C installation and furnace replacement, and the experience was excellent. The team was professional, arrived on time, and completed the work efficiently. Everything is running perfectly now, and my home feels much more comfortable."
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Response time11 hrs
120 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Aire Serv of Glenbrook
5.0(
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Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The technician Jose, was easy to work with and thoroughly checked and cleaned our systems. He suggested some preventative maintenance actions to make sure our 9 year old furnace and 7 year old AC would last another few seasons. Jose replaced a capacitor and contactor in the nick of time - we sailed through a recent heatwave with our AC running like new! Highly recommend Aire Serv."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Salazar Heating & Air Inc
5.0(
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Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Salazar Heating And Air, Inc. is a team of certified HVAC contractors dedicated to delivering superior HVAC services. We put care and attention to detail into every task we undertake regardless of how big or small the job is. Our hard work, commitment, and friendly service ensures that you will have a terrific customer experience and top-quality results, every time.

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Response time11 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TDH Mechanical Heating & Cooling Contractors
4.7(
366
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Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim responded almost immediately after submitting my request for contractors. Good price, very friendly and a great warranty. Install went very smoothly. Crew was on time and finished before I expected."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Air Solutions Heating Air-Conditioning Duct Cleaning
4.9(
67
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Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thought my fan motor needed to be replaced for my rental property. Friend who owns building nearby recommended Air Solution. I'm glad I did because they were honest unlike many other contractors I've dealt with. They arrived in less than an hr. Instead of just telling me that I was right and needed to spend big money on a motor the tech Mike found it was just a bad capacitor. I was very happy with them and would recommend them to others."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Park Ridge Appliance Service
4.9(
627
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Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Credit card accepted

"Adrian came put promptly on time and fixed the problem - it was a broken coupler (as we suspected). But a new issue arose: when testing the repair, he noticed a different sound that could suggest a prohibitive transmission repair in the near future. Of course there was no way for him to have known since the machine wasn't operating before he fixed the coupler. Still, he'd done his job faithfully and we paid him and he went on his way. That afternoon Nick, the owner, sent a thank you email and receipt, and we took the opportunity to let him know about our unfortunate result. He immediately called and set up a time the next day to listen and see for himself, at no charge. We were pleasantly shocked! They both came out again, silenced the noise instantly with lubrication to the clutch, and thankfully it seems that if we need a future fix at all, it will be to the clutch, a moderate repair, and still well worth it for this valuable machine. Both Adrian and Nick explained everything clearly, what they were doing, why, and what our options were, including comparing repair to replacement. (They do recommend one brand of machine for quality, but the capacity is smaller than our current appliance, and we do plenty of laundry). Anyway, we highly recommend Park Ridge Appliance Service on all counts. Not only don't they make them like they used to, it's rare to find a service company like this anymore. Thank you Nick, and much continued success."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Freedom Heating & Cooling
4.7(
2,956
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Serving Skokie, IL and surrounding areas

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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Skokie, 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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