HVAC Repair in Chicago, IL
Arctic Air Heating & Cooling provides 24/7 heating and air conditioning repair, installation and maintenance across 55 ZIP codes in Chicago, Illinois. One dispatch line, licensed local technicians, flat-rate pricing.
Whether the complaint is weak airflow upstairs, a furnace that will not stay lit, or an outdoor unit that hums but never starts, the process is the same — a proper diagnostic, a written price, then the repair.
Call for HVAC service in Chicago
55 Chicago ZIP codes served, day or night.
- 90-120 minutes target response time in this service zone
- Written diagnostic report with photos of what we found
- We repair what can be repaired — no forced replacement upsell
- Workmanship warranty on every job we complete
- Licensed & Insured Technicians
- Background-Checked Crews
- Upfront Flat-Rate Pricing
- Same-Day & Next-Day Service
- No Overtime Charges
- All Work Warrantied
ZIP codes we cover in Chicago, IL
Pick your ZIP code for local pricing, response times and technician availability.
- Chicago60601
- Chicago60602
- Chicago60603
- Chicago60605
- Chicago60606
- Chicago60607
- Chicago60608
- Chicago60609
- Chicago60610
- Chicago60611
- Chicago60612
- Chicago60613
- Chicago60614
- Chicago60616
- Chicago60617
- Chicago60618
- Chicago60619
- Chicago60620
- Chicago60622
- Chicago60623
- Chicago60624
- Chicago60625
- Chicago60626
- Chicago60628
- Chicago60629
- Chicago60630
- Chicago60631
- Chicago60632
- Chicago60633
- Chicago60634
- Chicago60636
- Chicago60637
- Chicago60639
- Chicago60640
- Chicago60641
- Chicago60642
- Chicago60643
- Chicago60644
- Chicago60645
- Chicago60646
- Chicago60647
- Chicago60649
- Chicago60651
- Chicago60652
- Chicago60654
- Chicago60656
- Chicago60657
- Chicago60659
- Chicago60660
- Chicago60661
- Chicago60666
- Chicago60668
- Chicago60688
- Chicago60689
- Chicago60701
About HVAC service in Chicago
Homes in Cook County tend to be a mix of older builds with original ductwork and newer infill construction, which means airflow problems show up very differently from one street to the next.
Typical Chicago service pricing
| Service | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic / service call | $73 – $146 |
| Capacitor replacement | $175 – $407 |
| Contactor replacement | $184 – $437 |
| Refrigerant leak repair + recharge | $310 – $873 |
| Blower motor replacement | $437 – $922 |
| Compressor replacement | $1,358 – $2,813 |
| Hot surface igniter / flame sensor | $155 – $388 |
| Furnace control board | $369 – $825 |
| Condensate drain / float switch | $126 – $330 |
| Thermostat install (wired or smart) | $146 – $437 |
| Duct cleaning (whole home) | $369 – $873 |
| Full system replacement (installed) | $5,820 – $12,610 |
Market ranges for Chicago, Illinois. Confirmed flat-rate quote provided on site.
Services available in Chicago
Air Conditioning Repair
Diagnosis and repair for central air conditioners, heat pumps in cooling mode, ductless mini-splits and packaged rooftop units.
Furnace Repair
Gas, propane, oil and electric furnace troubleshooting and repair.
HVAC Installation & Replacement
Full system replacement and new construction installs with a Manual J load calculation so the equipment is actually sized for your home.
Heat Pump Repair & Service
Heat pump diagnosis and repair for both heating and cooling operation, including cold-climate units, defrost board failures, reversing valve problems, auxiliary heat strip faults and refrigerant charge issues.
24/7 Emergency HVAC Repair
Around-the-clock response for no-heat in freezing weather, total AC failure during a heat wave, gas smells, carbon monoxide alarms, water flooding from the indoor unit and complete system shutdowns.
Air Duct Cleaning & Sealing
Whole-home duct cleaning and aeroseal-style duct sealing to recover lost airflow, reduce dust and lower the load on your equipment.
HVAC Maintenance & Tune-Up
Seasonal precision tune-ups that catch failing components before they strand you.
Commercial HVAC Service
Service for light commercial and commercial properties including rooftop packaged units, VRF and VRV systems, split systems, make-up air units and building automation controls.
Chicago HVAC questions, answered
Do you service commercial and light commercial properties?
Yes. Around Chicago we handle rooftop packaged units, split systems, VRF/VRV installations and building automation faults for offices, retail, restaurants and multi-tenant buildings, including after-hours scheduling so you are not disrupting trade.
Do you offer maintenance plans?
We do. A two-visit plan in Illinois covers a spring cooling inspection and an autumn heating inspection, priority scheduling during peak weeks, discounted repairs and no diagnostic fee. Members rarely end up on the emergency list.
Is my system low on refrigerant, or is it leaking?
Refrigerant does not get "used up" the way fuel does. If your charge is low, there is a leak somewhere — usually at a flare connection, a schrader core or the evaporator coil. We locate and repair the leak rather than simply topping up the charge, because a top-up alone will fail again.
Can you give me a price over the phone?
We can give you realistic ranges — and this page lists the ones homeowners in Chicago see most often — but a firm price needs eyes on the equipment. Any company that quotes a final number without seeing the unit is usually quoting low to get through the door.
How often should I change my filter in 60601?
Monthly inspection and replacement every 60 to 90 days is the baseline. Homes in Chicago with pets, ongoing construction nearby, or a high-MERV filter in an undersized return should move to monthly changes. A loaded filter is the single most common cause of frozen coils and failed blower motors.
HVAC service in Chicago, IL — call now
One call to (866) 548-3173 puts a licensed Chicago technician on the way. Available 24 hours a day.
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