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Climate Makers Inc

Heating and Air Conditioning, Water Heaters, Air Duct Cleaning

About us

We are a performance based contracting company that serves the northern and northwestern suburbs of Chicago. We provide Professional Service on all brands. Our technicians attend several training seminars every year that go beyond the normal training provided by equipment manufacturers. We perform our own Quality Installations. We do not sub-contract. We research products that are of the highest quality standards. Our goal is to provide our customers with the highest quality products available, and provide a level of service that exceeds all expectations. All of our work is fully guaranteed for complete customer satisfaction. We carry full Business Liability and Workers Compensation Insurance. Additional email - customerservice@climatemakers.net.

Business highlights

47 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Repair & replacement - furnaces, ducts, air handling units, hot water boilers, central air conditioners, water heaters, humidifiers, air purifiers. Air flow diagnostics & repair, zoning, home & hvac performance testing. Carbon monoxide & combustion efficiency testing

Services we don't offer

we do not service or replace hvac equipment that utilize propane or fuel oil.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.927 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
93%
4
7%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-25 of 27 reviews

Dolores K.
10/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I would highly recommend Climate Makers. Dan is very knowledgeable and professional. I have tried to find a capable service provider to work on a hot water heat boiler for years and now I can say I found one.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

David B.
12/2013
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
Great service with outstanding knowledge and experience. I would call Dan again for his service
Description of Work: Replaced gas valve on home heating boiler system

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Stacey H.
10/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I just had to install a new furnace. Dan and Jim did an excellent job! 've been using Climate Makers since the 1990's. Dan Papreck (Owner) has been servicing my heating and air conditioning for all the homes that I've owned. I wouldn't even consider using another company since Dan has excellent knowldege of the business and does superior work in whatever needs to be done and is priced fairly. Being a realtor, I have referred Dan to many clients who just rave about the work he does. I just can't say enough about his company and his employees. Climate Makers is the best! .
Description of Work: Installed a new furnace

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Janice N.
09/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I have found that Dan, the owner, is extremely knowledgeable and very honest.
Description of Work: They installed a heating unit in the basement, and now they’re installing a 2 nd one for the second floor of my house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark K.
08/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I cannot say enough good things about the work that was done and the experience that I had with Dan Papreck, the owner of Climate Makers. Work: Dan does not come over just to sell you a box, like most HVAC salesmen. He comes to sell climate. Before he recommended anything to me he took measurements of the entire house and inspected the entire system that I currently had, including vents, air returns, sizes of the furnace and air conditioner, and the relationship of the furnace to the a/c. Then he came back to me with recommendations. He told me that my furnace and a/c were oversized for my home, and that I could get more airflow to my stuffy second floor by adding a return and sealing leaks in the basement ductwork. I only replaced the a/c at this time and added the new return, and Dan made some adjustments to my furnace. Sure enough the unit works fine and the airflow to the seond floor has improved. And on top of that he quieted the furnace so much that I do not know that it is there. Experience: -Dan was a gentleman, followed through on all his promises, kept his appointments, promptly furnished info needed for the condo association approval , and responded promptly to emails( no matter what time of day) -Dan presented alternative units and explained each alternative -Dan obtained the city construction permit and filed the warranty papers for my a/c unit -Dan and his assistant wore plastic protectors over their shoes so that they would not track up the house with dust -Dan and his assistant cleaned up all work areas after they were done
Description of Work: Consulted on HVAC system and installed a new air conditioning system and a new air return

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,700

Bruce F.
08/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Excellent service
Description of Work: heat and air

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,400

Patti S.
12/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Very good. They gave me a Saturday appointment. Dan came in and addressed the problem.
Description of Work: Water leaking from humidifier.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

Greg M.
12/2012
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I had the furnace project quoted by multiple bidders. Climate Makers came in the lowest, primarily because they were the only ones that went through my house, measured it, counted the ducts et cetera and determined that my old furnace was oversized. They were also the only ones that pointed at a bad plumbing job on my water heater which was causing a small leak in flu gas. I asked if it was dangerous and he said, not really, but nevertheless he would have to fix it simply because it was poorly done and if he didn't fix it knowing that fact then the could become liable in the event that the leak got worse/dangerous. He also claimed that he had an improved design for his furnace installations. He elevates them allowing for added airflow at the bottom. This design requires two filters instead of one, but improves the efficiency of the furnace as a whole. It works well enough, but I will point out that it is very difficult to change the furnace filter on the primary air inlet because it catches on a screw head that sticks out into the slot. This is annoying but manageable. I haven't tried a cleanable air filter but I fear that one wouldn't fit in there given the screw problem. I can't tell if they "fixed" my water heater. I really don't think they did anything with it. So either he forgot about it, or I just can't see the difference. They also managed to stain my basement carpet (to the point that a carpet cleaner can't clean it). If I was more anal I could have probably complained about that, but it's my basement so in my view it might as well be concrete.
Description of Work: Had a furnace replaced with a new one.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100

LIsa F.
12/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I initially called Daniel because my furnace wasn't working. Historically I have used other servicemen and have had many ongoing problems with my furnace. Daniel did an excellent job of determining the problem and educating me on why I have had numerous problems with my furnace. He pointed out shortcuts that others had taken that lead to some of problems I was currently having. His engineering background is a huge differentiator in my mind. I then had him look at some other challenges I have had with my system including musty smell in my basement. He inspected my system and explained that I needed return vents in areas where none existed. He completed all the repair work on a timely basis and added the return vents and my system is working much better than it ever did before. I also felt his rates were very reasonable. I would highly recommend Daniel.
Description of Work: Repaired furnace, cleaned two furnaces, repaired humidifier, installed additional venting in basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Bruce F.
08/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Daniel Papreck did an excellent job in replacing an ageing furnace an air-conditioner. Very knowledgeable in explaining why a smaller system would be more efficient and produce better results. They started and finished their work on time, removed old unit s and left area clean. They even fixed a water leak that turned up in the furnace room where they worked and gave me a new thermostat when the old one acted up. I can't speak more highly for Dan and his crew.
Description of Work: Replaced furnace and air-conditioner

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,400

Sarah S.
07/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Old AC unit was not cooling--Climate Makers came out same day during busy schedule, identified leak in 25 year old unit, and recharged unit with coolant to keep me cool for a few days in the interim between service call and new unit installation (a few days). Installation was as scheduled, however, airflow to second floor did not seem adequate the day after installation. Dan came back the next day and ran through all ductwork, made adjustments to lines, identified and corrected leaks, and cleaned electronic filters. System running like an charm and we are keeping cool in the 100 degree heat.
Description of Work: New AC unit installed (Am STD). After installation, Dan inspected duct work and repaired lines to improve airflow to second floor. Climate Makers previously installed a new furnace, smaller than previous unit, after studying airflow in the home. The new furnace heats the home more efficiently. Very pleased with their continued service, responsiveness and expertise.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,753

Marcia M.
06/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
My A/C went out last night. I phoned three companies around 6 am this morning looking for help. Dan was the first person to call back a half hour later. I couldn't have been more pleased with his prompt and excellent service. He was at my home by 8:30 am, as promised, and had my air conditioner working 30 minutes later. He's a very nice man, reliable and knowledgable. I will use his services in the future.
Description of Work: Capacitor on the compressor was replaced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$211.75

Steve H.
06/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They were fine. The overall experience was excellent. I would use Climate Makers, Inc. again.
Description of Work: I used Climate Makers, Inc. to clean our furnace.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

malcolm S.
04/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Good.
Description of Work: New HVAC system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000

GEORGE R.
08/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It was a non stressful experience. Took 3 estimates and Dan, the owner was the only one I had talked to that was not trying to be only selling versus educating. First interview was about an hour and a half of answering my questions and what I would want done. He showed us how our house could be more efficient, how we could have less dust and less noisy equipment. We had it scheduled the day before the big storm and did not have power for 5 days and we stayed in touch every day and had no problems rescheduling. Dan and his technician showed up on time and worked so well that I did not know that they were here. They were so professional. They cleaned my garage cleaner than when they showed up. The next day my smoke alarm was beeping and the next day he showed up and installed one that I had purchased. Dan showed up with a great attitude, knowing the problem , and fixing it without complaint. All three estimates were close financially but Dan was head and shoulders above the rest in education and his professional demeanor.
Description of Work: replaced furnace and air conditioner. Remove existing furnace and haul away. iInstalled new 80% efficiency , 48000 btuh output, 1 stage dnflow/horizontal gas furnace.Includes all sheet metal,gas and electrical connectionsTested operation. Increased the return air flow. Increase the grille in living room . Increase the return in the kitchen. Balance airflow in living room. Replace thermostat. Recover refrigerant. Remove old condenser and evaporator coil and haul away. Install new 1.5 ton 13 seer r4410a condenser with matching evaporator coil.Install new condenser pad. Install new suction line filter/ drier at outdoor condenser. Connect refrigerant lines and flush with Rx-11. Install new liquid line filter/drier at indoor evaporator coil entrance. Connect electrical. Evacuate to a maximum of 500 microns. Charge and test operation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,600

Zach W.
07/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It went well. I would use them again.
Description of Work: Tested AC and installed digital thermostat

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Mary G.
06/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We have been looking for a while to change HVAC companies. I called and spoke with a very nice and helpful woman at the office. She asked what I needed done and then explained all of their service options in depth. We were able to schedule a technican for the next morning. The technican was on time, friendly, and was very honest about some of the things on the list that we wanted addressed. One item was the humidifier on one of the units, seeing that it is summer it is currently off, the technican recommended that we wait until the fall service to address any possible issue because at the moment the humidifier is not on and not needed. He believes the likely problem is a dirty pad or something to that extent in the humidifier which can cause it to not work properly. He also said that if he were to replace the pad in the humidifier now there is a chance that it coudl get dirty again before we want to use it in the fall/winter and he would have to replace it again. I think that no price tag can be put on that kind of honesty, he could have easily replaced the part and then said it was bad again in the fall and I do not know enough about HVAC to know the difference. I truly appreciate a company that is not trying to steal every dime they can from you. We will definitely be using this compnay again.
Description of Work: Routine service of two AC units. And a couple minor questions about a humidifier and a drainage issue on one unit.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

Jessica O.
03/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Dan came out to our home for an emergency service call right before Christmas, right after a lengthy service call from another provider who said our existing furnace could not be fixed without another $500.00 of repairs. We did not want to invest that much money in a broken furnace, but we were also looking at a -10 degree day during a Chicago winter. The technician from this other company left, and we called Climate Makers. Dan came out in the evening, in a snow storm, got our furnace up and running better than it has in years. He also fixed the mess the other technician left for us to deal with. We were able to wait a few months (and after the Chicago blizzard) with a completely stable existing furnace, thanks to Dan. We set up the install for March. The crew needed only 1 day to install the new unit, improve and resize some ductwork, then got us up and running before dinner. We have always had less heat reach our master bedroom, and now the temperature is the same as the rest of the house! They are fantastic and were able to work within my budget. I will be recommending them for any HVAC job in the future!
Description of Work: Our existing furnace started having issues right before Christmas. Climate Makers fixed our existing furnace to help get us through the next few months until we could afford to have a new furnace installed, replacing our 25 year old model. We were given several price quotes for the best equipment options for our new furnace, and how to improve air circulation through our home. The furnace we selected was installed, set up and tested in the same day. Our HVAC system has never worked this well in the 10 years we've been in this house!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

MIKE H.
09/2010
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
excellent. dan the owner is highly knowledgeable and very responsive. I had some serious problems with uneven heating and cooling, noisy furnace and ac operation, and he solved them all.
Description of Work: installed zoned heating and air conditoning in my 20-year-old home. replaced ac and furnace.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000

EILEEN L.
06/2009
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They made sure everything was done properly and hauled away all of the removed parts. The AC is working fabulously. Everything that they do (for instance, they come to my home twice a year to make sure everything is working properly) they are always pleasant, on time and professional. I think the price is quite competitive. When something needs to be done I trust them to get it done and do it right. I never have any issues following their services.
Description of Work: Climate Maker's removed everything of the old AC both out and indoors. They then installed all the new parts.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

EILEEN L.
03/2009
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I've been using this company for 8 years and they're the best. The prices are very reasonable for the market but their work is far superior to the market.
Description of Work: Climate Makers serviced my a/c, my heating, and installed my water softener and humidifier.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

JEANNINE K.
03/2009
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It went well. Joe explained what he was doing, offerend to talk to another furnace company (the one that installed the new exhaust system) and was prompt and professional.
Description of Work: Joe came out to address my furnace, which was behaving badly -- false starts at low thermostat settings. He was unable to find a problem, but cleaned and inspected the furnace. I called back to tell him that it was acting up again and he returned the next day, eventually rewiring our venting system to make the furnace operation "safer". I have an older model furnace with a retrofit exhaust system, so the diagnosis was complicated.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Patti S.
09/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Dan always returns my calls promptly. He is reliable and shows up when he says he will. He takes the time to explain what he did and what he found. I have a great deal of trust in the way Dan runs his business.
Description of Work: Performed annual cleaning and maintenance of furnace and filters. Family room remodel. Previous air duct vents were misaligned and not properly installed. Dan removed existing air ducts and replace with new hardware.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$458

Marcy H.
07/2005
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I'VE USED HIM MANY TIMES, AND HE ALWAYS DOES EXCELLENT WORK AT A VERY REASONABLE PRICE.
Description of Work: AIR CONDITIONER REPAIR.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Marcy H.
07/2002
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
QUALITY OF WORK IS IMPECCABLE. ABLE TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR COMPLEX PROBLEMS. EXTREMELY REASONABLE RATES. VERY PROFESSIONAL. OTHER COMPANIES TOLD ME I HAD TO REPLACE MY FURNACE, BUT CLIMATE MAKERS FOUND THE PROBLEM AND FIXED IT WITHIN 1 HOUR. I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM FOR ANY HEATING OR AC JOB.
Description of Work: FURNACE REPAIR AND CLEANING, AC REPAIR AND CLEANING.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
    • 1(current)
    • 2

Contact information

765 Harvest Dr, Lake Zurich, IL 60047

climatemakers.net

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Heating and Air Conditioning,
Water Heaters,
Air Duct Cleaning

FAQ

Climate Makers Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Climate Makers Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Climate Makers Inc does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Climate Makers Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Climate Makers Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Climate Makers Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Climate Makers Inc offers warranties.
Climate Makers Inc offers the following services: Repair & replacement - furnaces, ducts, air handling units, hot water boilers, central air conditioners, water heaters, humidifiers, air purifiers. Air flow diagnostics & repair, zoning, home & hvac performance testing. Carbon monoxide & combustion efficiency testing
we do not service or replace hvac equipment that utilize propane or fuel oil.

Contact information

765 Harvest Dr, Lake Zurich, IL 60047

climatemakers.net

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 1:00 AM