AC Repair in Des Plaines, IL
AC repair in Des Plaines, IL for ranches, Cape Cods, raised ranches and townhomes. The diagnostic is $75 ($99 evenings, weekends and holidays), most AC repairs cost $150 to $700, and you approve a flat-rate price before any work starts.
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Need AC Repair in Des Plaines?
Fast, honest air conditioning repair from a family-owned team based in Streamwood.
- $75 diagnostic ($99 evenings, weekends & holidays)
- 24/7 emergency service, with same-day appointments available
- Trucks stocked with common AC parts like capacitors and contactors, so most repairs are done in one visit
- Upfront, flat-rate pricing before any work starts
Time for a New Air Conditioner in Des Plaines?
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
Common AC Problems in Des Plaines Homes
Many Des Plaines homes from the 1950s and 1960s had central air added years after they were built, with small ducts sized for heating. In Cape Cods and story-and-a-half homes, the upstairs bedrooms are usually the hardest to cool, and a ductless unit upstairs is sometimes the best fix.
Many systems in the city are 15 to 25 years old, and some still run on R-22. Capacitors, contactors, condenser fan motors and coil leaks are the repairs we make most often, and older systems get a replacement price alongside any major repair.
How a Des Plaines AC Repair Visit Works
We start at the thermostat and follow the cooling sequence, test capacitors, contactors, motors and connections under load, then measure refrigerant conditions, temperature split, drainage and airflow. We find the root cause before anything gets replaced.
You get a flat-rate price before work begins. Our trucks carry capacitors, contactors and fan motors, so many AC repairs are finished the same day. We repair all major brands, including systems installed by other contractors, and for most brands we handle the manufacturer parts warranty claim so you pay labor only.
Repair or Replace Your Des Plaines Air Conditioner?
A central air conditioner lasts about 12 to 17 years here with yearly maintenance. If yours is past 12 years and needs a compressor, coil or refrigerant leak repair, we give you both the repair price and a replacement price. R-22 systems are especially costly to recharge, since that refrigerant has been out of production since 2020.
The $5,000 rule is a quick check: multiply the age by the repair price, and if it is over $5,000, replacement is worth pricing. Replacement estimates are free, and if a heat pump is a fit for your home, ComEd offers instant discounts through our heat pump-trained technicians.
Cooling Services in Des Plaines
Related services for Des Plaines homeowners.
Des Plaines AC Repair Cost and Timing
Most AC repairs in Des Plaines cost $150 to $700. Capacitors and contactors are at the low end, while fan motors, refrigerant leaks and coil work cost more. For older R-22 systems with a leak, we price a replacement side by side with the repair.
| 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.
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.
Recent Des Plaines installs
Equipment installed by our team in Des Plaines homes.
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 AC Repair FAQs
How much does AC repair cost in Des Plaines?
The diagnostic is $75, or $99 evenings, weekends and holidays. Most AC repairs cost $150 to $700. Capacitors and contactors are at the low end, while fan motors, refrigerant leaks and coil work cost more. You approve a flat-rate price before any work starts.
How fast can you get to Des Plaines?
Our Streamwood shop is about 18 miles from Des Plaines, roughly 35 minutes via I-90 in normal traffic. We answer 24/7 and offer same-day AC repair when a truck is open.
Why is the upstairs of my Cape Cod so hot?
Upstairs rooms in Cape Cods often have small ducts or none, and heat collects under the roof. We check airflow and explain options such as added return air or a ductless unit for the upper floor.
Should I repair or replace a 15-year-old air conditioner?
If a 15-year-old system needs a compressor, coil or refrigerant leak repair, replacement is often the better value. We give you both prices so you can decide.
Can you still repair an R-22 air conditioner?
Yes, but R-22 is no longer produced, so recharging is expensive. If an R-22 system has a leak, we give you the repair price and a replacement price so you can compare.
Why is water leaking from my air conditioner?
Usually a clogged condensate drain or a frozen indoor coil. We clear the drain and find out why the coil froze, which is often a dirty filter, low airflow or low refrigerant.
Schedule AC Repair in Des Plaines
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