Residential HVAC Services in Chicago, IL

Chicago winters can be harsh and summers can be hot and humid. When your furnace goes out during a polar vortex or your AC struggles to cool on the hottest day of the summer, you need HVAC repair, and you need it now. Our local Trane HVAC experts are just a few minutes away, and most offer emergency HVAC repair 24/7. They serve all parts of the Chicagoland area, including:

Chicago-area summers can be hot and sticky. When your AC is not blowing cold air or your evaporator coil is frozen, you need help. Your Chicago-area Trane HVAC expert can diagnose problems (and their causes) with any brand of HVAC system, make the necessary air conditioning repairs, and help get your home cool and comfortable again.  

Chicago winters can give your gas furnace a workout. Eventually, parts can wear out or fail. If your furnace stops working overnight or your furnace is making strange noises, you need to schedule furnace repair. Contact your Chicago-area Trane HVAC pro now. 

A heat pump can reliably cool and heat your Chicago-area home, especially if you have a cold climate heat pump or dual fuel system. But eventually, parts can wear out or break down. If your heat pump is not heating or not cooling, you need heat pump repair.  

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Winters in Chicago can be extremely cold, causing your furnace to run seemingly non-stop. Unfortunately, that can dry out the air in your home. If you experience dry skin, respiratory symptoms, and static electricity in the winter, consider a whole-house humidifier.  

Summers in Chicago can be pleasant with a breeze, but they can also be hot and humid. You’ve heard the saying “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity.”  When the muggy weather outside has you breaking into a sweat the moment you get out of your car, you want your home to be a cool and refreshing refuge.  

While your air conditioner or heat pump dehumidifies the air as it cools, some systems are better than others at removing moisture from the air. For example, a variable or multi-speed system does a better job of lowering humidity than a single-stage system. So, consider upgrading when it’s time to replace your old HVAC system.  

If you have a newer single-stage AC unit or heat pump that struggles to lower the humidity, a great (and affordable) option is a whole-house dehumidifier. By reducing the humidity, your home will feel cooler. 

If you’re tired of paying for expensive HVAC repairs to keep your aging HVAC system running, HVAC replacement may be the more cost-effective solution. Work with one of Trane’s Chicagoland HVAC contractors to find the heating and cooling system that offers the comfort you want at a price you can manage.  

Trane HVAC equipment is among the most innovative and reliable on the market today. Remember to ask about HVAC financing, which offers fixed monthly payments, helping you afford the system you need. 

If you have an older home without existing ductwork, you have a few choices when it comes to cooling your home. Portable, wall, and window AC units are all options, but be careful about choosing energy-efficient models. 

A highly efficient ductless Mitsubishi mini-split system can heat and cool your home. AC-only mini-splits are also available. If you’re interested in a central AC system, you’ll need to have ductwork installed. 

If you simply need to replace an old central AC unit, read our AC Replacement Buyer’s Guide for some tips on choosing the right system for your home. Be sure to get multiple quotes, including one or more from your Chicago-area Trane dealers. 

If you need to replace the furnace in your Chicago area home, check out our Furnace Replacement Buyer’s Guide. You may need to replace an aging AC unit and evaporator coil at the same time for the best results.  

Consider upgrading to a dual-fuel system by pairing your gas furnace with a heat pump. The heat pump cools your home in the summer and heats your home during the fall, part of the winter, and the spring.  

Our new cold climate heat pumps (CCHPs) provide 100% of your heating needs down to 5°F, and some will provide heat down to -20°F. Work with your Trane dealer to find the best dual-fuel solution for your home. Since Illinois is a deregulated electricity market, you can shop around for lower electricity prices. Visit Electric Choice where you can find lower electric rates.  

Today’s heat pumps are much more efficient at heating and cooling than heat pumps from 20 years ago, and they’re becoming more popular in Indiana. If it’s time to replace your HVAC system, read our Heat Pump Installation Guide. It covers replacing an existing heat pump system as well as installing a new dual-fuel system like we mentioned above.  

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Just like regular oil changes and tire rotations can keep your car running smoothly on The Ike or the Kennedy Expressway, regular HVAC maintenance is necessary to keep your heating and cooling system running without a hitch. 

The most important thing you can do is change the HVAC air filter every 30-90 days. Then schedule professional HVAC maintenance. An HVAC technician can look inside your system to test, clean, optimize performance, and spot potential issues. 

Regular maintenance can result in: 

• Enhanced heating and cooling performance and energy efficiency in even the coldest or hottest weather 
• Preventing problems and catching small issues before they cause expensive repairs 
• Prolonging the life of your HVAC system  

Schedule air conditioner maintenance for your Chicago area home every spring, ideally by Memorial Day weekend. If the spring is warmer than usual, schedule AC maintenance earlier. 

Schedule a furnace tune-up in the late fall before heating season begins. Late September or early October is a good time.  When the Bears start their regular season, it’s a good time to schedule furnace maintenance. 

Since a heat pump system can both heat and cool your Chicago area home, you’ll want to schedule professional HVAC maintenance each spring and fall. This applies even if you have a dual fuel system. Your HVAC technician can check both your heat pump and your gas furnace in the fall. 

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