Heat Pump Repair in Glendale Heights, IL
Most Glendale Heights homes went up from the 1960s through the 1980s, including many townhomes. Common heat pump repairs run $275 to $765 with parts and labor included, and you pay no diagnostic when you approve the fix.
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Need Heat Pump Repair in Glendale Heights?
Fast, honest heat pump repair from a family-owned team based in Streamwood.
- $75 diagnostic, waived when you approve the repair
- 24/7 emergency service, with same-day appointments available
- Trucks stocked with common heat pump parts like capacitors, contactors and defrost sensors, so most repairs are done in one visit
- Upfront, flat-rate pricing before any work starts
Time for a New Heat Pump in Glendale Heights?
Free in-home replacement estimates from a Lennox Premier Dealer.
- Good, Better and Best options with upfront pricing
- ComEd rebates applied where you qualify
- Financing available, including 0% APR on select Lennox systems during Lennox promotions
- Sized with a load calculation, installed and permitted
Quick Summary
Pure Comfort Heating and Cooling repairs ducted and ductless heat pumps in Glendale Heights, IL (60139) from our shop in Streamwood. As of November 2026, common heat pump repairs cost $275 to $765 flat-rate with parts and labor: capacitors $275 to $348, defrost sensors $340 and defrost control boards $765, while a reversing valve is $1,470. The $75 diagnostic ($99 evenings, weekends and holidays) is waived when you approve the repair, and maintenance plan members save 10 to 15%. Call (708) 515-4822.
Reviewed by Gene Baldassano, owner and NATE- and EPA 608-certified HVAC technician since 2008 · Updated
What Goes Wrong With Glendale Heights Heat Pumps
Heat pumps need a working defrost cycle, a reversing valve that shifts cleanly and the right refrigerant charge to heat well in a Glendale Heights winter. When one of those goes, you feel it as cool air, heavy ice or a system that never shuts off. We test each piece and give you a flat-rate price before any work.
From Call to Fixed: Glendale Heights Heat Pump Repair
We diagnose in the failing mode, measure before replacing anything and explain what we find. Most heat pump repairs are electrical or control parts we carry on the truck. Refrigerant leaks are found with a nitrogen pressure test, and you get a written price for each step.
Fix It or Replace It? Glendale Heights Heat Pumps
A $765 defrost board on a 6-year-old heat pump is an easy repair. A $1,470 reversing valve on a 12-year-old heat pump is a different decision, so we price a replacement alongside it.
What Else We Do in Glendale Heights
Services Glendale Heights homeowners book with us.
Heat Pump Repair Prices in Glendale Heights
Expect $275 to $765 for the common heat pump repairs. A capacitor is $275 to $348, a defrost sensor $340, a crankcase heater $355 and a defrost control board $765. You see the full price in writing before we start, and plan members save 10 to 15%.
| Repair | Typical price | Common symptom |
|---|---|---|
| Capacitor | $275 to $348 | Outdoor fan or compressor hums but will not start |
| Contactor | $330 to $398 | Outdoor unit will not turn on, or will not shut off |
| Defrost sensor | $340 | Heavy ice that does not clear in winter |
| Crankcase heater | $355 | Hard compressor starts in cold weather |
| Defrost control board | $765 | No defrost, or the unit stays in defrost |
| Refrigerant charge check | $125 | Weak heating or cooling |
| Refrigerant, per pound | R-410A $165, R-454B $245 | Low charge; discounted when more than one pound is needed |
| Leak search and nitrogen pressure test | $610 | Charge keeps dropping |
| TXV (metering device) | $1,250 | Poor capacity, frosting, high superheat |
| Reversing valve | $1,470 | Stuck in heating or cooling |
| Compressor | $2,935 | Compressor failed or grounded |
| Diagnostic | $75 ($99 evenings, weekends and holidays) | Waived when you approve the repair |
If a repair turns into a replacement, we check the current Glendale Heights permit rules for that job. Arrival windows are our best estimate and can shift with demand.
What Glendale Heights Homeowners Get With Pure Comfort
Our technicians work on heat pumps year-round, not just in summer.
Owned and run locally
A Streamwood family business since 2008, not a franchise or a private-equity rollup.
Our crews, our work
No subcontractors. The people who diagnose your furnace are the people who fix it.
Certified and insured
NATE and EPA Section 608 certified, fully licensed and insured for the work we carry out.
Lennox Premier Dealer, all brands
We install Lennox as a Premier Dealer and repair every major heat pump brand.
Before we go, we run the system in both modes and confirm the defrost cycle and backup heat.
Need a Straight Answer on Your Heat Pump?
A heat pump that runs but cannot keep up is worth a call too. We will explain what we find.
Feedback From Homeowners We Serve
What homeowners say after a repair tells you more than any ad.
What Glendale Heights homeowners say
“They were very professional and did a great job installing my new furnace. They removed all of the old furnace and left a clean work area. They answered all of my questions and concerns.”
Furnace installation
“NICK Vinny and Gene all were wonderful to work with the guys did a great job showed up on time. Everything works great very professional team.”
Installation
“Came quickly did the job and was fear. What more can you ask for a air conditioning man. Thank you. Love that it's a small business company too.”
AC service
“Nice person, Skilled workmanship, reasonable prices”
Service visit
When you need HVAC due to an unexpected event you want someone who not only can provide the service you need….
Great service. Very professional. They try all avenues to resolve issues with equipment. Always a pleasure to work….
Had an issue with the thermostat reading erroneously, as soon as I contacted Pure Comfort, they got back….
Our serviceman, Gene, was very responsive, professional and thorough. He explained each aspect of the issue clearly and….
I called them at 7am with no heat, the only available spot they had was in the afternoon, 5 minutes later they called….
Gene was professional, on-time, very friendly and did a thorough job inspecting our A/C unit. He also checked….
Quick and honest service and advice last minute on a Sunday. Clean crew and equipment. Gene was a knowledgeable….
Gene did not give up on the problem. It was a crazy situation but he never gave up found the problem and fixed it. Thank you….
Furnace wasnt working. Called Pure Comfort after hours and they came right out and helped me. The furnace….
Very professional, definitely knowledgeable had the furnace fixed in 10 minutes. I can honestly say I trusted Gene….
Heat Pump Repair Close to Glendale Heights
Pure Comfort serves all of Glendale Heights, along with nearby Bloomingdale, Carol Stream and Addison.
Drive time: our shop in Streamwood is about 12 miles from Glendale Heights, roughly 25 to 30 minutes away via Lake Street (US-20) in normal traffic.
Zip codes: we cover Glendale Heights homes in 60139.
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Near Glendale Heights but not listed? We serve towns within about 20 miles of Streamwood. See all service areas or call (708) 515-4822.
Common Glendale Heights Heat Pump Questions
How much should I budget for a heat pump repair in Glendale Heights?
Plan on $275 to $765 for most repairs. Maintenance plan members save 10 to 15%, and the $75 diagnostic is waived with the repair.
Is cold air from my heat pump normal in winter?
During a defrost cycle, briefly, yes. Cold air that lasts points to the reversing valve, defrost controls, refrigerant or backup heat.
Is Pure Comfort local to Glendale Heights?
Yes. We are a family-owned company in Streamwood, about 25 minutes from Glendale Heights.
Why is my outdoor heat pump covered in ice?
Usually a defrost problem: a failed defrost sensor ($340) or defrost control board ($765). Low refrigerant and poor airflow can also cause it. Turn the system to emergency heat and call us.
What heat pump brands do you service?
All major brands, including Lennox, Carrier, Trane, Goodman, Rheem, Mitsubishi and Bosch.
How long does a heat pump last?
Usually 12 to 15 years here, since it runs in both heating and cooling seasons. Yearly maintenance helps it reach the high end.
When should I service my heat pump?
Spring for cooling and fall for heating. A fall check confirms the defrost cycle and backup heat before cold weather.
Request Heat Pump Service in Glendale Heights
Book online or call, and a technician will be in Glendale Heights as soon as a truck is open.
- You get a scheduled window and the technician's name
- We diagnose and price the work before anything starts
- Replacement estimates are free, with no obligation
The phone is faster than the form: (708) 515-4822, answered around the clock.