Hvac Buddies

(664 reviews)

Matt is a mensch! What a kind and experienced plumber. During the hottest and busiest weekend, he…read moretook my call, walk me through all my options, never trying to upsell me on anything. So rare to find service providers like Matt. I will refer Matt to all my family and friends. Mus Chagal

Nothing makes me happier than seeing people become true experts at what they do…read more This company specializes in water heaters, and it shows. A few years ago, when ours unexpectedly went out, they were like a SWAT team. They arrived quickly, cleaned everything up, and had a new water heater installed in no time. This morning, I took a very cold shower, which was not how I wanted to start my day. We discovered the pilot light had gone out. My husband tried resetting it without success, so he called them. They asked him to send a few pictures, immediately diagnosed the issue, and texted him a short video showing exactly how to reset it. A few minutes later, we had hot water again. That's what great companies do. They're prepared, they know their craft inside and out, and they make solving problems look easy. If you need a water heater, I honestly wouldn't call anyone else. Thank you for always being there when we need you.

Chicago HVAC Repair Doctor

(211 reviews)

My AC was not working. I called into Chicago HVAC and they were able to send a technician out same…read moreday (Thanks Maria!). The tech resolved our problem within an hour of being here. Great service, the technician took photos of before and after, explained the issue found and how he was going to resolve the problem, and brought shoe booties to keep our house clean. Highly recommend.

I was referred to Chicago HVAC by my neighbor who had great things to say! I called to schedule an…read moreHVAC maintenance, and service was friendly and efficient. I needed some repairs in my furnace, which Orlando just came out to do. He was communicative, professional, and so helpful. He was so thorough and explained everything so well. I highly recommend this company given the fair pricing and excellent service!

Sound Plumbing

(121 reviews)

We've been using Sound Plumbing for many years and simply wouldn't call anyone else. We have a 140…read moreyr old house and with it comes many problems. Once when we were away on winter vacation, had a pipe break in our Chicago freezing temps and gave Kevin, the owner, a call in a panic. He said no problem and he met up with our caretaker and fixed the issue in a flash, saving us from having to come right home. Just today, his guys Lance and Josh came to the house to troubleshoot a leak in the basement to find it was coming from a bidet toilet on the floor above it. Complicated? Yes. But not so much that these experts coudn't solve the issue and fix us right up in short order. Obviously, we can enthusiastically recommend Sound Plumbing and congratulate our wisdom in finding such a great resource, not only competent but trustworthy and reliable. That's worth a bundle!

After the initial response via text they ghosted me. How they handle new requests is not good…read moreenough.

Rescue Plumbing

4.5

(353 reviews)

Repair of a leaky chrome P-trap under the sink with corrosion at the fittings, did a great job and…read morewas quickly replaced and we're back up and running within an hour

They offer free estimates. But my repair was relatively easy and they wanted almost double what…read moreothers were charging. Two guys came in to see what needed to be done and then gave a price. I thought it was higher than and he said that he can call his manager to bring price down. Seems like an auto dealership tactic honestly. They might be good for large projects but for simple ones, they seem pricey.

Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor

(757 reviews)

This was the best decision I've ever done. I used them to fit an ice cube machine- they were quick…read moreand it was so easy to get it done. Couldn't be happier with the decision. They were reasonably priced and very efficient

Great Service! I…read moreused the project request here on Yelp and the business reached out to schedule the service. Today the tech came out and serviced the refrigerator, stove and checked washing machine seals. He noticed the ducts needed cleaning so we have that scheduled once the parts come in for the other appliance. Tech was very knowledgeable and personable. Highly recommend this business. Pricing was affordable.

Drain-EEZ Plumbing

(531 reviews)

Updating my review because I had another great experience with Pat! This time it was a leaking…read morefaucet on a Sunday night. I messaged and got a quick response asking me to give him a call. Within a minute, he walked me through the fix over the phone--problem solved. I'm so appreciative that he consistently puts customer service first and takes the time to help without immediately jumping to a service call. Truly above and beyond! Original review: I messaged Drain-EEZ Plumbing about my broken disposal on a Sunday morning, hoping they could provide a quote for the fix. Instead, I got a prompt reply from Pat offering to first try to help me over the phone. I gave him a call and he walked me through what he correctly expected to be a quick fix I could do on my own. He saved me the cost of a visit and taught me a new skill - can't thank him enough for the great customer service!

Talked with Pat about a leaking toilet. He came on time and tried to fix the leak but the bolts…read morewere too rusted on a toilet that was over 25 years old. He suggested replacing the old toilet. He did an excellent job putting in the new unit. He gave me some information about another problem that I was having about an outside faucet. He said it would be too expensive to replace and I do not need it since there is another faucet outside. Highly recommend this company.

Go-Rooter Emergency Plumbers

(71 reviews)

These guys in a nutshell are awesome. They're pricing is very good. Their quality of work is great…read more Their responsiveness is awesome. I highly suggest you give them a chance you won't be disappointed.

Juan from Go-Rooter was absolutely amazing, professional, informative, communicative, and friendly…read more He came to our rescue in an emergency the same day, hydro-jetted our main city sewer line and got everything working again, all at an affordable price. Definitely use his services for all your sewer needs!

Preferred Comfort Heating & Cooling

(138 reviews)

I've used Preferred Comfort twice now and both experiences have been outstanding. Vini and his…read morecrew are professional, reliable and consisitently provide service. Both times, Vini came to evaluate my AC unit within 24 hours and ACTUALLY fixed it. It's hard to find a company that's this dependable and they've earned my trust. I highly recommend Preferred Comfort to anyone looking for honest, knowledgeable and top-notch HVAC service.

Easy to work with and solved our A/C issue (compactor and refrigerant refill). Thanks!read more

Browns Heating & Cooling

(313 reviews)

Requested a HVAC and Furnace tune up through the yelp projects…read more Quick response and got us on the schedule. They came out today and the tech was great, checked everything out. Happy with the service and would recommend to other. We will be repeat customers in the future

Technicians came on time and explained every thing they were doing like I was a kid (which is what…read moreI want...I know nothing about HVACs). Technicians were extremely honest and didn't try to upsell. Even told me that if something were to happen, I can call them again and I wouldn't be charged another fee to come out. You've earned a lifelong customer. Thanks!

Ducts R Us

(178 reviews)

The best work for the best price! Super responsive and excellent project communication. Would use…read moretheir services again!

This review is for cleaning out our dryer vents, which we soon learned has probably never been…read morecleaned out prior to us purchasing our home. Thomas was professional, knowledgeable and very kind. They did an amazing job cleaning out the vents. They also found a dead mouse in there?! Pricing was reasonable and in line with other companies. I'd highly recommend them.

Drain-EEZ Plumbing

(531 reviews)

Updating my review because I had another great experience with Pat! This time it was a leaking…read morefaucet on a Sunday night. I messaged and got a quick response asking me to give him a call. Within a minute, he walked me through the fix over the phone--problem solved. I'm so appreciative that he consistently puts customer service first and takes the time to help without immediately jumping to a service call. Truly above and beyond! Original review: I messaged Drain-EEZ Plumbing about my broken disposal on a Sunday morning, hoping they could provide a quote for the fix. Instead, I got a prompt reply from Pat offering to first try to help me over the phone. I gave him a call and he walked me through what he correctly expected to be a quick fix I could do on my own. He saved me the cost of a visit and taught me a new skill - can't thank him enough for the great customer service!

Talked with Pat about a leaking toilet. He came on time and tried to fix the leak but the bolts…read morewere too rusted on a toilet that was over 25 years old. He suggested replacing the old toilet. He did an excellent job putting in the new unit. He gave me some information about another problem that I was having about an outside faucet. He said it would be too expensive to replace and I do not need it since there is another faucet outside. Highly recommend this company.

AutoHaus

(563 reviews)

Had to last minute fix our A/C and Moe was super helpful getting our car done fast and working with…read moreextenuating circumstances. Thank you!

I recently brought my 2017 Porsche Cayenne to Autohaus on Lincoln Avenue after first taking it to…read morethe Porsche dealership. The difference in both pricing and customer service was remarkable. The dealership charged me $550 for an oil change, while Autohaus would have performed the same service for approximately $250. I also had my front and rear brakes replaced, along with an alignment, and saved well over $2,000 compared to the dealership's estimate. Gary and his team of highly skilled technicians did an outstanding job. Their expertise, honesty, attention to detail, and fair pricing are exactly what you hope to find when servicing a high-end foreign vehicle. The work was completed professionally, on time, and with excellent communication throughout the process. It is refreshing to find an independent shop that delivers dealership-quality service at a fraction of the cost. I trust Autohaus completely with my Porsche and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional service on European luxury vehicles. Five stars are not enough. Thank you, Gary and the entire Autohaus team, for a truly outstanding experience!

Windy City Plumbing

(256 reviews)

Jose was friendly, professional, and prompt. He gave me a quote online, and provided an exceptional…read moresame day service. I was told by a previous contractor that I would need a wax ring replaced on my main toilet. He didn't second guess the information and conducted the repair within hours. Can't stress enough how happy I am with his service. 10/10 would recommend.

Fast response. Quick to fix and price was fair. I still think it was higher than it should but…read moreother plumbers were in range so price is fair. Person knew how to fix faucet quickly and efficiently.

Carrectly Auto Care

(368 reviews)

Carrectly Auto Care provided an excellent experience from start to finish. The team was…read moreprofessional, responsive, and easy to communicate with throughout the entire process. They were very transparent with pricing, delivered exactly as promised, and paid great attention to detail. The quality of service truly stands out, and it's clear they care about customer satisfaction. If you're looking for a reliable and trustworthy auto care provider, Carrectly Auto Care is definitely a great choice.

Carrectly Auto Care provided a smooth and professional service experience. The staff explained the…read morework clearly and kept me updated during the process. The repair was completed on time and the car was returned in good condition

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3 years ago

I had 2 central AC units that were running but not cooling. The buddies responded promptly and scheduled an appointment to take a look. They informed me that the previous person who had worked on the AC unit had overloaded the system with refrigerant which led to very high PSI pressure which damaged the TXV Coil. They did what they could under the circumstances and got that unit to work. I asked them if the damaged part could be replaced and they gave me an estimate and will work with them in the future to get that repaired. The 2nd unit had very funky wiring which is what was causing the issue and they were able to fix it without an issue. I'm definitely looking to hire them again for maintenance and repair for my heating and cooling systems. They know their stuff and the pricing is very affordable. They work with you by explaining the issue and then discuss options before moving forward. read more

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3 years ago

The buddies responded right away to my request and scheduled an appointment promptly. They showed up when expected and worked quickly to diagnose the problem with my mini split AC. They explained what my options were to repair or replace the unit, and listened to what my priorities are. I opted to repair the AC and they ordered parts from a local supplier. The next day, they arrived on time again and fixed the AC, verifying the proper function. I will be calling the buddies to replace my mini split with a heat pump next summer and look forward to another wonderful experience. I'm glad to have such a good company in my neighborhood and would recommend the buddies to anyone that needs HVAC work done. read more

Kath C.

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3 years ago

I recently had a new AC system installed by Santiago and I am absolutely thrilled with the results. We found out our AC system was not working the night before and he managed to come out first thing in the morning the next day. By evening, we had a new replacement system installed. The installation process was smooth and efficient, and the technicians were professional and knowledgeable. They took the time to explain everything to me and answer all of my questions. I would highly recommend HVAC Buddies to anyone who is looking for a new HVAC system. They are fantastic. read more

Rivali S.

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2 years ago

The work done by this HVAC team? Solid. Installed a 2. 5-ton A/C system and a mini-split with no delays, no nonsense. They handled the job as promised, which is the baseline expectation, not something to praise. Sure, they responded to some post-install issues, but let's be real--those problems shouldn't have existed in the first place. Pricing? It's decent, not revolutionary. Their quick fix doesn't change the fact that mistakes were made. I'll use them again if needed, but let's hope I won't have to test their "customer service" on another error. read more

Jenna G.

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9 months ago

HVAC Buddies provided exceptional service from start to finish. Their team was prompt, knowledgeable, and extremely thorough in diagnosing and fixing our HVAC issue. They explained everything clearly, offered honest recommendations, and completed the work efficiently with great attention to detail. Pricing was fair and transparent, with no surprises. It's rare to find a company that combines professionalism, integrity, and quality workmanship -- HVAC Buddies truly exceeded expectations. Highly recommended for anyone in need of reliable HVAC services. read more

John B.

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1 year ago

Tremendous. They were able to schedule us with a relatively minor job for Saturday after a call Friday afternoon. Others were offering dates two weeks out. Communication was excellent and transparent, as was pricing, which was well below the competition. Eric showed up right on time with everything he needed for the job. We are already scheduling them for a larger, more complex job. I recommend them without reservation. read more

Kelly G.

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1 year ago

Eric was able to get out promptly and diagnose the issue as well as fix it in the same day. I appreciate that they have been super communicative during the process and even checked in to make sure that everything was still going smoothly after leaving. I would certainly use HVAC Buddies again! read more

Diana L.

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3 years ago

Grateful for HVAC Buddies help this winter. They came to help on a freezing weekend when I couldn't find other technicians. They were able to answer all my question, install a new furnace and super affordable. Recommended to all my friends and family.! Thank you Mr.Gonzalez! read more

Javier R.

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1 year ago

Excelent communication with Eric. He came out diagnosed the issue with the AC unit and provided multiple solutions to fix the problem. I would definitely recommend HVAC Buddies for your heating and cooling system issues... read more

Igg R.

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3 years ago

Erik was the perfect tech you can ever ask for! very precise and affordable! helped me with couple of my projects that needed a/c for my new tenants ! Did a wonderful job ! read more

Charlie

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2 months ago

HVAC Buddies is a great service. They were on time, friendly, professional and priced fair. I would use them again if I need more HVAC work. A+ read more

Yared G.

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3 years ago

Thank you Hvac Buddies, I highly recommend their service. The technician was very communicative and answered all of my questions.

Suresh C.

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1 year ago

HVAC Buddies ...........Eric Thank you for your response. It seems communication gap. I take my review back. Suresh read more

Nicole H.

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3 years ago

Good job. Will use them again in the future. Hopefully, I won't need them anytime soon

Tianye Z.

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2 years ago

Very good experience with HVAC Buddies. Quick quick response with a reasonable rate.

Nelly G.

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3 years ago

Fast and eficiente . Very good prices an the service in general was great.10/10

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