HVAC Services in Des Plaines, IL
HVAC service in Des Plaines, IL for the city’s 1950s and 1960s brick ranches, Cape Cods and raised ranches, older homes near downtown and newer townhomes. Pure Comfort repairs and replaces furnaces, boilers, air conditioners and heat pumps, with a $75 diagnostic ($99 evenings, weekends and holidays) and upfront, flat-rate pricing.
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What Des Plaines Homes Need from an HVAC System
More than 40 percent of Des Plaines homes were built in the 1950s and 1960s, many of them brick ranches, raised ranches and Cape Cods. Those homes are on their third or fourth furnace, often still with original ductwork, a furnace and water heater sharing a chimney, and limited return air to the back bedrooms. Older homes near downtown can have boilers and radiators.
In Cape Cods and story-and-a-half homes, the upstairs bedrooms are the hardest rooms to keep comfortable, since they often have small ducts or none at all. We look at the whole home before recommending equipment, and sometimes a ductless unit upstairs solves the problem better than a larger system.
Des Plaines Neighborhoods We Serve
As a licensed HVAC contractor and local HVAC company based in nearby Streamwood, Pure Comfort provides furnace, AC and heating and cooling service throughout Des Plaines. Most Des Plaines homes were built after World War II, many in the 1950s and 1960s. We work in Des Plaines neighborhoods including:
- Ballard Acres
- Beck Lake
- Big Bend
- Buckingham Park
- Cherry Highlands
- Colonial Ridge
- Concord Park
- Country Acres
- Craig Manor
- Crestwood
- Cumberland
- Cumberland Highlands
- Cumberland Terrace
- Des Plaines Manor
- Des Plaines Terrace
- Devonshire
- Douglas Manor
- Golf Terrace
- Graceland Terrace
- Greenwood Park
- High Ridge Knolls
- Lake Mary Ann Estates
- Lake Opeka
- Lexington Park
- Mill Run of Des Plaines
- Northshire
- Orchard Place
- Prospect Ridge
- Riverside Manor
- Riverview
- Shagbark Lake
- Silk Stocking
- Sumac Ranchettes
- Waycinden Park
Furnace and Heating Repair in Des Plaines
A furnace or boiler should heat the home safely and consistently without leaving you guessing about the next breakdown. Pure Comfort repairs and maintains heating systems from all major makes and models.
When replacement makes more sense, we consider the home’s load, duct capacity, return air, filtration and venting. That planning helps the new system operate as intended instead of repeating problems built into the old setup.
Need heating repair in Des Plaines? See our furnace repair in Des Plaines page, or learn about furnace replacement and boiler repair.
AC Repair and Cooling Services in Des Plaines
If your air conditioner runs constantly, struggles with humidity or leaves certain rooms warmer than others, the cause may extend beyond the outdoor unit. We check cooling performance, refrigerant operation, drainage, electrical components and airflow before discussing solutions.
For AC replacement, proper sizing and installation details matter. Pure Comfort matches the equipment to the home, verifies supporting conditions and tests operation before the job is complete.
See our AC repair in Des Plaines page, or learn about air conditioner installation.
Before and After: Des Plaines HVAC Projects
A few recent Pure Comfort jobs in Des Plaines homes, from water heater and furnace replacements to a crawl space furnace install.
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How Des Plaines Homes Affect HVAC Cost and Timing
In Des Plaines, most replacements in 1950s and 1960s homes are straightforward changeouts, but chimney liner or venting changes and return-air upgrades are common. Final pricing depends on the equipment, venting, ductwork and access in your home, and you get a written, flat-rate price before work starts.
| Job | Typical window | What changes the number |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosis | Same day when a truck is open | Scheduling and after-hours demand |
| Furnace repair | Often same day | Smaller parts versus major safety or heat-exchanger work |
| AC repair | Same day to 48 hours | Electrical work versus sealed-system repair |
| Furnace or AC replacement | 1 to 2 install days after equipment arrives | Return-air work, two-story airflow, condenser placement, and installation access |
| Mini split or tankless | Site-specific | Electrical, gas, venting and installation location |
| Tune-up | 60 to 90 minutes | System age, condition and last service |
Diagnosis
Typical window
Same day when a truck is open
What changes it
Furnace repair
Typical window
Often same day
What changes it
AC repair
Typical window
Same day to 48 hours
What changes it
Furnace or AC replacement
Typical window
1 to 2 install days after equipment arrives
What changes it
Mini split or tankless
Typical window
Site-specific
What changes it
Tune-up
Typical window
60 to 90 minutes
What changes it
Why Des Plaines Homeowners Choose Pure Comfort
Pure Comfort focuses on clear answers, sound system design and work that holds up after the service truck leaves.
Local and family-owned
Founded in Streamwood in 2008 and still owned and operated by the family who started it.
In-house technicians
Service and installation completed by our own crews, never subcontracted to another company.
Certified and insured
NATE and EPA Section 608 certified, fully licensed and insured for the work we carry out.
Lennox Premier Dealer
Premier Dealer standing, with service and repair covering all major HVAC makes and models.
Our replacement process considers sizing, airflow, ductwork, filtration, venting, electrical requirements and controls. We confirm the City of Des Plaines’s current permit requirements for each applicable project.
Not Sure Whether to Repair or Replace?
We will assess the system, explain what we find and help you compare the realistic options for your Des Plaines home.
Feedback From Homeowners We Serve
Choosing an HVAC company means trusting the people who enter your home and the work they leave behind. Read recent customer feedback about Pure Comfort’s communication, care and workmanship.
What Des Plaines homeowners say
“The owner was very knowledgeable and responsive. The owner Gene was great he explained the service and provided me with updates as his work was being completed. Beat every competitor in the area. Great pricing! Thank you guys!”
HVAC project
“Made sure our new HVAC was right for our house. They corrected mistakes from previous work done on the house. They came on new year's day for an estimate that was better than the competition.”
New HVAC system
“Great service! The technician arrived on time, diagnosed the issue quickly, and completed the repair professionally. Highly recommend.”
Repair
“Very professional, clean, reliable and fast”
Service visit
“Excellent service! Always fast and reliable.”
Repeat customer
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….
HVAC Service Near Des Plaines
Pure Comfort serves Des Plaines from our base in Streamwood, along with nearby Park Ridge, Mount Prospect and Elk Grove Village.
Drive time: our shop in Streamwood is about 18 miles from Des Plaines, roughly 35 minutes away via I-90 in normal traffic.
Zip codes: we cover Des Plaines homes in 60016 and 60018.
Not on the list? We cover much of the northwest suburbs, so call and we will confirm your address in a minute.
Des Plaines HVAC FAQs
Does Pure Comfort provide both heating and cooling service in Des Plaines?
Yes. Pure Comfort provides furnace, boiler, air conditioning, heat pump, ductless and related home comfort services in Des Plaines.
Can you service an HVAC brand other than Lennox?
Yes. Pure Comfort is a Lennox Premier Dealer and services all major HVAC makes and models.
The upstairs of my Cape Cod is always uncomfortable. What can be done?
Upstairs rooms in Cape Cods often have small ducts or none. Depending on the home, a ductless mini split, added return air or a dedicated upstairs system can fix it. We look at the house and explain the options.
Does HVAC work in Des Plaines require a permit?
Requirements depend on the equipment and project scope. Pure Comfort confirms the City of Des Plaines’ current requirements for applicable installations. Homeowners can review the City of Des Plaines building permit information.
Can I get a free HVAC replacement estimate?
Pure Comfort offers free in-home estimates for qualifying HVAC and water heater replacements. Diagnostic and repair visits are separate.
Is emergency HVAC service available in Des Plaines?
Emergency HVAC service is available by current scheduling and technician availability. Call (708) 515-4822 so the team can assess your situation.
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Get a careful diagnosis, straightforward options and help from a local HVAC company that stands behind its work.
- 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
Call rather than using the form: (708) 515-4822. Forms are checked during business hours, so a phone call gets you a faster answer.
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Licensed, certified and accredited
- Lennox Premier Dealer
- NATE-certified technicians
- EPA Section 608 certified
- BBB Accredited Business
- Licensed business in the Village of Streamwood
- Registered Illinois LLC
- Fully insured