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Avatar for Aire Serv of Glenbrook
Aire Serv of Glenbrook
1955 Raymond Dr Suite 106
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Aire Serv of Glenbrook
1955 Raymond Dr Suite 106
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
14 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

Aire Serv of Glenbrook is a locally owned and family operated company that provides homeowners with prompt service with one of the best warranties around. Our Service Professionals go the extra mile to ensure your home is treated according to our high standards for quality workmanship, customer experience and attention to detail. Our Service Professionals provide pricing before they do anything, so you're protected from unexpected increases in pricing when the scope of work isn't changing. Our mission is to keep the air in which we live and breathe comfortable and clean so that people can live healthier, happier lives.

"They came out to give an estimate and were able to repair the system on the spot. Would use again! "

Katie O on January 2025

Aire Serv of Glenbrook is a locally owned and family operated company that provides homeowners with prompt service with one of the best warranties around. Our Service Professionals go the extra mile to ensure your home is treated according to our high standards for quality workmanship, customer experience and attention to detail. Our Service Professionals provide pricing before they do anything, so you're protected from unexpected increases in pricing when the scope of work isn't changing. Our mission is to keep the air in which we live and breathe comfortable and clean so that people can live healthier, happier lives.

"They came out to give an estimate and were able to repair the system on the spot. Would use again! "

Katie O on January 2025


Hargrave Investment Property Solutions
Located At
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Hargrave Investment Property Solutions
Located At
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
940 local quotes requested

Welcome to Hargrave Investment Property Solutions, your full service Handyman professionals! We look forward to serving you!

"Professional and flexible. Phil fixed a damaged and detached storm door for us and made it useable while we save for a new entryway. It wasn’t a traditional ask but he was thankfully up for the task and making it work for us!"

Rachel H on April 2025

Welcome to Hargrave Investment Property Solutions, your full service Handyman professionals! We look forward to serving you!

"Professional and flexible. Phil fixed a damaged and detached storm door for us and made it useable while we save for a new entryway. It wasn’t a traditional ask but he was thankfully up for the task and making it work for us!"

Rachel H on April 2025


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Land Brothers Inc
1260 Heidorn Ave
3.50(
6
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Approved Pro
Land Brothers Inc
1260 Heidorn Ave
3.50(
6
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Approved Pro
751 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We are professional commercial and residential painters. We also offer landscaping, Plumbing, and electrical services. We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent very knowledgeable and helpful does a great job. I’ve referred him to my family and friends"

Kimberly L on October 2024

We are professional commercial and residential painters. We also offer landscaping, Plumbing, and electrical services. We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent very knowledgeable and helpful does a great job. I’ve referred him to my family and friends"

Kimberly L on October 2024


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Handyman Pros
Northwest Suburbs
4.76(
890
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Approved Pro
Handyman Pros
Northwest Suburbs
4.76(
890
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
1064 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


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Salazar Heating & Air Inc
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Salazar Heating & Air Inc
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
755 local quotes requested

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.

"Excellent! As a personal assistant, I hire service people often. Manny and his crew from Salazar is, BY FAR, the best HVAC company I've ever used. Highly recommend!"

Donna G on September 2024

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.

"Excellent! As a personal assistant, I hire service people often. Manny and his crew from Salazar is, BY FAR, the best HVAC company I've ever used. Highly recommend!"

Donna G on September 2024


Avatar for Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling LLC
Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling LLC
143 US-12
5.00(
1
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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
300 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


Avatar for Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
296 Williams Place
4.65(
2,300
)
Approved Pro
Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
296 Williams Place
4.65(
2,300
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
2827 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling is now offering ZERO HUMAN CONTACT SERVICE CALLS in order to keep our clients and employees safe and healthy! Lifeline is the winner of the Super Service Award each year since 2011, when we started our profile on Angies List. If you are looking for professional Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Heating or any type of HVAC services in the greater Chicago-land, area make the call to Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling! We put our customers first with everything we do. That is why we offer a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee on all the work we do, and on all the products we install. If you would like to speak with one of our experts and get scheduled for service, call us at (847) 468-0069.

".........."

Josh K on October 2024

Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling is now offering ZERO HUMAN CONTACT SERVICE CALLS in order to keep our clients and employees safe and healthy! Lifeline is the winner of the Super Service Award each year since 2011, when we started our profile on Angies List. If you are looking for professional Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Heating or any type of HVAC services in the greater Chicago-land, area make the call to Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling! We put our customers first with everything we do. That is why we offer a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee on all the work we do, and on all the products we install. If you would like to speak with one of our experts and get scheduled for service, call us at (847) 468-0069.

".........."

Josh K on October 2024


Avatar for All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning
All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning
4363 W Montrose Av
4.52(
2,727
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Approved Pro
All Temp Heating & Air Conditioning
4363 W Montrose Av
4.52(
2,727
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
793 local quotes requested
87 years of experience

All Temp is one of Chicago's Award Winning heating, cooling and home comfort company. We provide top-notch sales, service, repair and maintenance at the most competitive prices. We are family-owned since 1938 with more than 85 employees and we do not use sub-contractors. Always feel free to call us with your questions or for sales and service. We provide a free in-home estimate should you need a new a/c, furnace or boiler. We can be reached at 1-800-All-Temp or 773-481-2000 for more information. We are at your service 24/7. Ask for Mike Clark, Erin Wayda or Rick Jacobs. See our website for additional service area.

"Professional and thorough. Central humidifier installed without issue."

Shawn C on November 2024

All Temp is one of Chicago's Award Winning heating, cooling and home comfort company. We provide top-notch sales, service, repair and maintenance at the most competitive prices. We are family-owned since 1938 with more than 85 employees and we do not use sub-contractors. Always feel free to call us with your questions or for sales and service. We provide a free in-home estimate should you need a new a/c, furnace or boiler. We can be reached at 1-800-All-Temp or 773-481-2000 for more information. We are at your service 24/7. Ask for Mike Clark, Erin Wayda or Rick Jacobs. See our website for additional service area.

"Professional and thorough. Central humidifier installed without issue."

Shawn C on November 2024


Avatar for Midwest Home Solutions LLC
Midwest Home Solutions LLC
6150 South Sacramento Avenue
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Midwest Home Solutions LLC
6150 South Sacramento Avenue
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Our specialty is Interior and Exterior Paint, Commercial and Residential. Coming from being a traveling subcontractor painting Walmarts, Sam Clubs, Shells, Quiktrips etc. We want to stay local and expend our business and stay busy.

"Quick and on time. Professional and great communication. Kept me informed. No one else wanted the job but Marcus got it done and made it look amazing. Will definitely rehire him for future home projects. You want someone willing to do the big and small. He made my back yard look complete."

Robert M on April 2025

Our specialty is Interior and Exterior Paint, Commercial and Residential. Coming from being a traveling subcontractor painting Walmarts, Sam Clubs, Shells, Quiktrips etc. We want to stay local and expend our business and stay busy.

"Quick and on time. Professional and great communication. Kept me informed. No one else wanted the job but Marcus got it done and made it look amazing. Will definitely rehire him for future home projects. You want someone willing to do the big and small. He made my back yard look complete."

Robert M on April 2025


Fix it
2109 South 58th Court
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Fix it
2109 South 58th Court
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1103 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a handyman professional that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"I recently hired a handyman for plumbing work, including a faucet replacement, and furniture assembly. He completed the tasks efficiently and left the area spotless. I highly recommend his services."

Payal M on January 2025

Our mission is to be a handyman professional that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"I recently hired a handyman for plumbing work, including a faucet replacement, and furniture assembly. He completed the tasks efficiently and left the area spotless. I highly recommend his services."

Payal M on January 2025

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Swamp cooler installations and replacements FAQs

Generally, a swamp cooler only uses 15% to 35% of the energy that a traditional central air conditioning unit utilizes. However, swamp coolers also require water and may not cool a home as effectively as an AC unit. They’re more efficient in terms of electricity usage, but when you factor in effectiveness and water usage, it's tougher to argue which unit is more efficient.

Evaporative coolers only work in dry climates because they cool by moistening the air. If the air is already moist, this will have little, if any, cooling effect. Central AC is a better choice if you live in a humid climate, such as the Midwest or 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 is between $100 and $300, depending on the issue, if you need new parts, and who you choose to do the repairs. Depending on the type of pad your system utilizes, you’ll need to change out pads every one to three years for proper operation. When budgeting for the cost to repair a window unit, expect to pay around $200.

The U.S. Department of Energy says swamp coolers may 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 like the American South. It's easier to cool rooms in humid environments with central air.

Swamp cooler water usage varies depending on the size of a unit. Smaller evaporative units may go through one gallon per hour, while much larger units could exceed 15 gallons of water per hour. Most homeowners should expect their unit to use between seven and 10 gallons of water for each hour of usage.

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