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Central a/c installers in Waukegan

Avatar for Salazar Heating & Air
Salazar Heating & Air
5108 W Cullom Ave #1
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Salazar Heating & Air
5108 W Cullom Ave #1
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!


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Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling, LLC
143 US-12
4.89(
41
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Approved Pro
Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling, LLC
143 US-12
4.89(
41
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Premier Comfort Heating and Cooling LLC, has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every project we complete. Call Premier Comfort Heating and Cooling LLC, today and we'll be there in your time of need.

"They are knowledgeable, professional, prompt, fair and go out of their way to make everything perfect. I would hire them again, and so should you."

Bill C on December 2023

Premier Comfort Heating and Cooling LLC, has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every project we complete. Call Premier Comfort Heating and Cooling LLC, today and we'll be there in your time of need.

"They are knowledgeable, professional, prompt, fair and go out of their way to make everything perfect. I would hire them again, and so should you."

Bill C on December 2023


Growchy Industries
3104 W Bretons Dr
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Approved Pro
Growchy Industries
3104 W Bretons Dr
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
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!

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!


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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning of Southeastern Wisconsin
13205 GLOBE DR STE 210
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning of Southeastern Wisconsin
13205 GLOBE DR STE 210
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
162 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

Our team at One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be recognized in Southeastern Wisconsin for our excellent customer service and high-quality work. We've developed strong relationships with our customers because we put their needs first. Whether you need to repair your air conditioner, improve the air quality in your home, install a new heater, we are here to help. We provide more than promises to our customers'we back up our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you contact our team, you can trust that we will get the job done right the first time.

"Friendly and fast."

Norman C on March 2025

Our team at One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be recognized in Southeastern Wisconsin for our excellent customer service and high-quality work. We've developed strong relationships with our customers because we put their needs first. Whether you need to repair your air conditioner, improve the air quality in your home, install a new heater, we are here to help. We provide more than promises to our customers'we back up our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you contact our team, you can trust that we will get the job done right the first time.

"Friendly and fast."

Norman C on March 2025


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Vernon Hills Heating & Cooling, Inc.
531 North Ave
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Vernon Hills Heating & Cooling, Inc.
531 North Ave
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Vernon Hills Heating & Cooling, Inc., is a well-established business in Vernon Hills, offering the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched. Give us a call, for the best of the best, for your next project.

"Our furnace had to be replaced in the middle of a cold snap (-8 degrees). I took three quotes and compared the prices on-line. Vernon Heating was the best price and had the best furnace brand (Trane). They installed the next day, showed up on time, did a fantastic installation, cleaned up, and made sure everything was done correctly. No short cuts. Billing and paying was done on line and made it easy. I highly recommend Vernon Hills Heating."

Thomas S on January 2025

Vernon Hills Heating & Cooling, Inc., is a well-established business in Vernon Hills, offering the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched. Give us a call, for the best of the best, for your next project.

"Our furnace had to be replaced in the middle of a cold snap (-8 degrees). I took three quotes and compared the prices on-line. Vernon Heating was the best price and had the best furnace brand (Trane). They installed the next day, showed up on time, did a fantastic installation, cleaned up, and made sure everything was done correctly. No short cuts. Billing and paying was done on line and made it easy. I highly recommend Vernon Hills Heating."

Thomas S on January 2025


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Master Services, Inc.
N3481 County Rd H
4.59(
235
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Approved Pro
Master Services, Inc.
N3481 County Rd H
4.59(
235
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
137 local quotes requested

Master Services Inc. has been in business since 1990 serving Walworth, Jefferson, Kenosha, Racine, Waukesha counties with ELITE Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality service. We pride ourselves with our 100% money back guarantee. We are only 1 in 4 companies in Wisconsin that are certified to wear the Technician Seal of Safety patch. This means you can trust that each one of our technicians are drug tested, background checked and professionally trained. We have one of our office staff answering the phone 24 hours a day 7 days a week." We Think You're Kind of a Big Deal"

"Jack came to my home before I hired his service. He showed me what the difference is between vacuum cleaning and air pressure with a vacuum cleaning is. I chose master services and was very pleased with workers as well as the work. Customer service is outstanding!"

Christopher F on April 2025

Master Services Inc. has been in business since 1990 serving Walworth, Jefferson, Kenosha, Racine, Waukesha counties with ELITE Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality service. We pride ourselves with our 100% money back guarantee. We are only 1 in 4 companies in Wisconsin that are certified to wear the Technician Seal of Safety patch. This means you can trust that each one of our technicians are drug tested, background checked and professionally trained. We have one of our office staff answering the phone 24 hours a day 7 days a week." We Think You're Kind of a Big Deal"

"Jack came to my home before I hired his service. He showed me what the difference is between vacuum cleaning and air pressure with a vacuum cleaning is. I chose master services and was very pleased with workers as well as the work. Customer service is outstanding!"

Christopher F on April 2025


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Handyman Pros
Northwest Suburbs
4.76(
890
)
Approved Pro
Handyman Pros
Northwest Suburbs
4.76(
890
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
1137 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

"Everything went well"

Lance T on February 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

"Everything went well"

Lance T on February 2025


Nordic Air Heating and Cooling
Based In
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Nordic Air Heating and Cooling
Based In
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
882 local quotes requested

We are a growing fast paced southeastern WI locally owned HVAC company that provides skilled and professional work with over 20 years experience in the Heating and Cooling industry we do it all from Furnace and AC tune ups to complete new home HVAC system designs! Not only is the quality of work guaranteed to exceed expectations but the cost of our work is also guaranteed to be the best in the industry with our unique pricing structure that under cuts the competition!

"They didn`t do anything they came out ,they supposed to come next week after the order apart. I never heard back from the guy. I am a hundred dollars down deposit. He claimed that was supposed to be for they was going to wave the diagnostic fee that was for the parts in the service, never came back out. I haven`t heard from him."

Glenn Griggs G on January 2025

We are a growing fast paced southeastern WI locally owned HVAC company that provides skilled and professional work with over 20 years experience in the Heating and Cooling industry we do it all from Furnace and AC tune ups to complete new home HVAC system designs! Not only is the quality of work guaranteed to exceed expectations but the cost of our work is also guaranteed to be the best in the industry with our unique pricing structure that under cuts the competition!

"They didn`t do anything they came out ,they supposed to come next week after the order apart. I never heard back from the guy. I am a hundred dollars down deposit. He claimed that was supposed to be for they was going to wave the diagnostic fee that was for the parts in the service, never came back out. I haven`t heard from him."

Glenn Griggs G on January 2025


Master Services, Inc.
N3481 County Rd H
4.22(
46
)
Approved Pro
Master Services, Inc.
N3481 County Rd H
4.22(
46
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
346 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

Master Services is a world-class provider of residential home services such as: Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, Indoor Air Quality and Drain Cleaning. These Products and services are for improving comfort, reliability, peace of mind, plus cleaner, fresher, and healthier homes. In addition to scheduled service checks, repairing of existing equipment, and installation of new equipment, we can help you find ways to reduce your energy bills through a thorough cost-benefits analysis. We have an extensive history of repair service on all brands of plumbing, central air conditioning and heating systems. Master Services, Inc provides quality workmanship with professional, dependable, and courteous service with our "Fixed Right or It's FREE!"™ We offer 24-hour emergency service so that you can count on us to be there when you need us the most. Our certified technicians use state-of-the-art technology to diagnose and repair existing systems and always use the finest new equipment for installations in the industry. Furthermore, we have a patented Straight Forward Pricing Guide™ so you know what the price is before we do the work and you are never charged by the hour. How many companies are willing to show you their price books? You can count on Master Services to do the job right. We service all brands of plumbing, heating and air conditioning equipment.

"Wonderful. They installers and service techs were very courteous, professional and knowledgeable. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a great company to start a relationship with"

Daniel G on February 2023

Master Services is a world-class provider of residential home services such as: Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, Indoor Air Quality and Drain Cleaning. These Products and services are for improving comfort, reliability, peace of mind, plus cleaner, fresher, and healthier homes. In addition to scheduled service checks, repairing of existing equipment, and installation of new equipment, we can help you find ways to reduce your energy bills through a thorough cost-benefits analysis. We have an extensive history of repair service on all brands of plumbing, central air conditioning and heating systems. Master Services, Inc provides quality workmanship with professional, dependable, and courteous service with our "Fixed Right or It's FREE!"™ We offer 24-hour emergency service so that you can count on us to be there when you need us the most. Our certified technicians use state-of-the-art technology to diagnose and repair existing systems and always use the finest new equipment for installations in the industry. Furthermore, we have a patented Straight Forward Pricing Guide™ so you know what the price is before we do the work and you are never charged by the hour. How many companies are willing to show you their price books? You can count on Master Services to do the job right. We service all brands of plumbing, heating and air conditioning equipment.

"Wonderful. They installers and service techs were very courteous, professional and knowledgeable. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a great company to start a relationship with"

Daniel G on February 2023


Avatar for Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling LLC
Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling LLC
143 US-12
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling LLC
143 US-12
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
311 local quotes requested

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

"It was excellent. They did a great job. It was cool and nice. The price was good. I was totally happy with the work. They cleaned up their mess."

Joe D on July 2021

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

"It was excellent. They did a great job. It was cool and nice. The price was good. I was totally happy with the work. They cleaned up their mess."

Joe D on July 2021

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Central a/c installations FAQs

If you’re replacing an old AC system with a new unit, you can usually clean and repair the old ductwork without having to conduct a full replacement. Cleaning HVAC ducts typically costs around $400, while repairs range from $200 to $1,000. In contrast, installing new ductwork can range from $1,000 to $5,000, making it far more costly than cleaning or fixing existing ducts. HVAC installation costs an average of $7,000 to replace a full system, so staying on top of maintenance and repairs is important.

AC cost efficiency depends on the size of your space and your long-term plans for your home. If you only need to cool a small area, a portable AC unit has a low upfront cost. Heat pumps are typically the most cost-effective option if you want to cool an entire home or improve the resale value. They provide strong cooling while being energy-efficient, which saves you money on your utility bills compared to most other AC types.

Installing a central AC unit typically takes four to eight hours if your home already has ductwork in place. However, if new ductwork needs to be installed, this can add another one to two days of labor to your project.

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