Freedom Heating & Cooling has a tradition of meeting customer needs. From the most complex installation to routine service and maintenance, Freedom Heating & Cooling has the tools, the people, and the products to provide a system that fits your lifestyle and budget. Ask us for references from your neighborhood, and let us show you how we can exceed your expectations in service and performance. Family/locally owned & operated, you’ll be able count on us now and for many years to come. Residential & commercial. Same day service. Certified technicians. Service all makes & models. Competitive pricing. Financing available. 24 hour 7 day emergency service. Call us at 1-847-288-1788 for service or free in home estimate, or for information, call one of our local numbers: Barrington (847) 843-7300, Belwood (708) 344-2225, Chicago (773) 685-5252, Downers Grove (630) 769-1939, Forest Park (708) 771-1894, Franklin Park (847) 451-6100, Glen Ellyn (630) 790-4565, Norridge (708) 453-5323, River Grove (708) 456-1860, Schiller Park (847) 678-5228, Stone Park (708) 338-5000.
Business highlights
20 years of trusted experience
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Se Habla Español
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly
Services we offer
Service, Repair, Installation & Maintenance. Air Conditioning, Furnace. Boilers. Heat Pumps. Hot Water Heaters. Humidifiers. Ultra Violet Germicidal Lights. High Efficiency Units, Zoning
Purchased two Angies's deals to have our furnaces inspected and cleaned. After contacting Freedom, the service was scheduled for a week later. One day before the scheduled visit, we get a call indicating that their technician's wife has been in a car accident and the technician will not be able to come the next day. Instead of rescheduling us within a day or two (which would have been the professional thing to do), we are told we will have to wait 10 days to 2 weeks for the service. As it is supposed to be in the 30s tomorrow, we will now have to contract with a different merchant and ask for a refund.
Description of Work: Two furnaces to be inspected and cleaned.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
We do apologize for the miss-happenings of the the appointment that was needing to be rescheduled. It was an unfortunate event when our technician got the call that his wife was in a car accident, we had no choice but to call many appointments and rescheduled them for some days out. The reason for that, was because we were unsure as to when we will be at full staff again and we did not want to have to keep rescheduling you due to over booking. We wish you the best of luck with the new company you've chosen.
Gisele W.
10/2017
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
As a matter of fact I later ended up getting a new unit. I mean, they are not perfect because I think the expense is kind of high. I think they did a good job. My interaction with them was pretty good. It is still working. To improve they, maybe, could not be so expensive.
Description of Work: I used Freedom. I had to have my unit repaired. I needed Freon and everything at the time
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Dana L.
10/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Very well, $29 introduction rate.. Upon arrival the technician informed me that he was not the specialist for my particular unit. A call was placed, within the half hour the specialist arrived and performed his duties. Was very pleased with the honesty, as my unit is very old.
Description of Work: Boiler maintenance and cleaning
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
We are glad to know everything went smooth. Call us if you need anything!
Nancy O.
10/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Great! Technician was very knowledgable & professional. Will hire again.
Description of Work: Furnace cleaning. & check
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for the A rating we appreciate your business.
Adivaraha J.
10/2017
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
My letter ratings reflect what they are for each category independent of another. I gave an overall F as they did not provide right advice. Professionalism is not based on how they are dressed and behave but also if they are trust worthy. Now to the details. I would never recommend going with this company. They try to up sell by scaring customers and not providing right info. They recommended changing capacitor for AC in summer even though reading was within range. I called my home warranty company and they sent another heating and cooling company to inspect capacitor. Reading on capacitor was within range and he said there was no need for replacement. For furnace they said the heat exchanger was cracked from outside and recommended replacing it. Also capacitor and ignitor replacement was suggested since it was outside the specified range. I asked the guy if he had a CO measuring device and he said he left it some where and didn't bring it, but would recommend changing the heat exchanger. Quoted $1500 for heat exchanger and $100 per capacitor and $185/ignitor. I have two furnaces in my home. Called my home warranty company and they sent another company to inspect the furnace and everything turned out fine. They did a CO test and reading was 0ppm. They also said no need to replace capacitors as they typically run until 3-4uF. Mine was double that range. I went with these guys as they had a deal. I guess you get what you pay. Incorrect recommendations for cheap price. Stay away if you can. I am not calling this company again.
Description of Work: Annual ac and furnace inspection
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
5.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$58
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
We thank you so much for the F review, the reason why we thank you is for the details we are about to discuss in response to the accusations you have left for the readers. It seems that in your case, this is a struggle of whether to spend the money on repairs or not to spend the money. Our side of the events tell a slightly different story than your home warranty company would simply because we are not working for a company that is trying not to pay for repairs. As for the capacitors, manufacturers give up to a 6% forgiveness in uf readings before suggesting replacement, any more than a 6% decline in uf will cause the motor to be overworked in times that it is called for it to turn on. The reason for these clean & checks is for preventative maintenance. If we see that there is a chance that it can cost you more money in the future, we'd much rather make the proper repairs before any motors burn out due to low capacitor readings. As per the UF ratings that were found by your home warranty company, we hope they are within the standard operating level so that you are not wearing down other parts of your system faster. When dealing with the heat exchanger, it is important to note that we have technicians specifically trained to find these cracks, so it's not as if they are making this up so we can make a quick buck, and just because there is a crack found does not mean that there is an immediate carbon monoxide leak. A crack in the heat exchanger is found by literally looking and feeling into your furnace, a carbon monoxide detector will not find or prove whether there is a crack or not but will indicate there is carbon monoxide leakage. The fact that our tech found a crack will tell you that there is a high probability that carbon monoxide will begin to release from it (again - preventative maintenance) . When calling Home warranty companies, there is one thing you must keep in mind, they do not want to pay for any repairs you may need in your home, it's what they say they are there for but not what they want to do. Calling your home warranty to send a technician out with -their- interest in mind, will prove false every time. It's the same thing with insurance plans or automobile warranties, these companies truly are only interested in saving their money mainly by not paying any out for covering what they claim they will do for you so hiring a company with their interest in mind can prove to be self defeating. Again we really thank you for allowing us to post in a public forum what the truth of matters like this really are, and how perceptions can be very blurred and we intend to educate anyone who is willing to learn. We hope you have a wonderful Holiday season.
Beverly L.
10/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Technician was punctual, friendly, and efficient. I've used Freedom Heating and Cooling for cleaning and check-up of my furnace and A/C for several years running and recommend them highly.
Description of Work: A/C check and cleaning
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for the positive review!
Brian P.
10/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
It was all good. We were very happy. We have been using them quite frequently the past few years. They seem to do good work and don't pressure the customer to purchase services or repairs that aren't really necessary. They work quickly, clean up after they are done and don't really leave a mess. The technician who has come out has been very friendly, too, so, all good things.
Description of Work: I used them for a furnace clean and check.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$69
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for the kind words, we're pleased to have you as a customer as well!
Elise A.
09/2017
2.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
I got a second opinion and found out this was NOT TRUE; yes a blade came off and the motor was damaged, but nothing else. Total repair cost $740 including parts. Caveat Emptor!
Description of Work: I purchased 2 tuneup services from Freedom. The 1st visit was not impressive, but ok. The 2nd visit I called to have them check the broken AC and do the tuneup while here for that. I was charged $178 and told the blade had cut through the Freon line so I should replace the entire compressor on the roof for an additional $3800.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Natalie M.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
The service man was very professional. I paid for two coupons so they will be back in the fall to service the furnace.
Description of Work: A/C Check Up
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for using our services. Make sure you call our office at 847-288-1788 as soon as you want to schedule your next appointment!
aimen S.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
knowledgeable and courteous technicians. excellent value
Description of Work: a/c tune up x 2
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for taking the time to write a review! we really appreciate it.
Allison D.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Rich was fantastic! Punctual, and worked very hard going up and down from my roof to my basement, and he was great about keeping me informed about what was wrong and what he was fixing. I appreciated his hard work!
Description of Work: I needed the transformer replaced on my HVAC unit, and a new contactor on my AC unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$578
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for your kind words, we are pleased to have Rick as one of our technicians due to his hard work and professionalism. We hope to have you as a customer again!
Thomas S.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Great comprehensive, high quality service!
Description of Work: Great service HVAC systems tune-up! Discovered motor fan defect and still under warranty!!!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we appreciate your comments!
Lisa C.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
went well. nice guy...a little too chatty but did a good job
Description of Work: had furnace checked
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for your input! we appreciate it.
Tony S.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They found a part that was beginning to fail and recommended it be replaced.
Description of Work: They performed a routine air conditioner check.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for your trust and hope to see you again!
jeremy G.
09/2017
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Pretty well a little more then i was expecting for how quickly he was able to fix it
Description of Work: Heater stopped working
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$320
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
We appreciate your review, thank you.
Amitabh A.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
very professional and took time to explain the work.
Description of Work: water heater
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
We thank you so much for the review! If you're ever in need again we will be here for you.
Venka S.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
very good. The service person came on time, checked everything , explain what he did
Description of Work: regular maintenance service
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you so much for the review! We are glad to see that you were happy with our service. We will continue to keep you happy if you allow us too!
Drew F.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, water heater repair
 + 0 more
Excellent. Did an amazing job and made these old units look like new.
Description of Work: Serviced water heaters and furnaces
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$39
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
We appreciate the review! We thank you so much for the compliments of excellence! We look forward to meeting again!
Dave S.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Great! They found a few other issues that needed to be addressed immediately. Honest and hard working.
Description of Work: AC unit needed coolant. They found a defect in our furnace that was causing ice to build up, casuing a leak.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thanks for the review and the compliments! We hope you're having a wonderful week!
Murugan T.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Service man did very good job of doing all the steps of tune up.
Description of Work: A/C tune up
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for choosing us for your HVAC needs!
Gregory H.
08/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Everything went as I would expect. Repairman (Willie) was on time, competent and professional. No problem of any kind with the service. Have used this company before and I consider them my first call for HVAC related issues.
Description of Work: Air conditioner check and clean.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
It thrills us to know we're your #1 option. Thank you for your kind words!
Susan B.
08/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
We purchased an Angies List Big Deal and scheduled service for our air conditioning unit. Freedom's technician was professional and punctual. We would hire them again.
Description of Work: A/C clean and check
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$39
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
We love having you as our customer, thank you for taking the time to write a review!
Pierre D.
08/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
There was an issue with my AC (leaking freon) which they mentioned right away and after the tuneup completion, the AC stopped working and the line froze. I called them that night and they sent someone to come out again the next morning to make sure they did everything correctly, which they did. The recommended reaching out to the company that installed the unit, which was under warranty. I did and AC coil was leaking and was replaced by the the company that installed the unit and was covered by the warranty on the unit.
Description of Work: Air Conditioning tuneup
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$39
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
We are happy we were able to help. Thank you for the review, we appreciate it!
Marta W.
08/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
The technicians were over an hour late. They installed the vent very quickly, answer all my questions and made recommendations.
Description of Work: Dryer vent installation.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
2.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$325
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for the A rating We appreciate your business.
Magan P.
08/2017
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
The did a good job. I would use them again.
Description of Work: They cleaned my AC out and did a tune up
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$29
Response from Freedom Heating & Cooling
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We do notice our overall rating was "b" so if anything went wrong please feel free to give us a call to ensure next time we get an A!
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Freedom Heating & Cooling is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
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