Roberts Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Highland Park’

Hissing or Bubbling: Bad Sounds to Hear

Monday, August 16th, 2021

An air conditioner shouldn’t make that many noises. A quick “click” is pretty normal, and you should probably hear the sound of air coming through your vents to greet you with cool, comfortable temperatures. This is a no-brainer, so we don’t think you need to call us if you’re encountering those two noises.

However, few noises are as serious and as common as a “hissing” or “bubbling” noise. This noise signifies a refrigerant leak, but the root of the problem could be a lot more complicated. For now, it would be best if you called our team for prompt air conditioning repair in Highland Park, IL. We can send someone over ASAP to fix your AC unit so you can get back to the important things in your life.

If you’re curious about why this sound is occurring and what causes a refrigerant leak, then keep reading. We’ll give you the rundown on this sound, what’s happening behind the scenes, and the best way of dealing with a refrigerant leak.

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What Can You Do About Water Heater Leaks?

Monday, June 21st, 2021

Water heater leaks aren’t ideal. They’re awful when they happen and they can easily send homeowners spiraling through a stressful situation. From mold growth to water damage, a water leak is never a good sign. That’s why we want to emphasize that our team can take care of it easily. Water heater repair in Highland Park, IL when provided by team of professionals, can be fast and simple.

That being said, repairing your water heater might not be the best course of action for your plumbing system. For instance, if your water heater is too old or if it’s inefficient and costing you too much, this might be the perfect time to replace your water heater.

First of all, let’s deal with the water leak at hand. Then, we’ll evaluate the condition and status of your hot water and figure out a plan moving forward!

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5 Common AC Repairs to Address Today

Monday, May 17th, 2021

Air conditioners can run into many different types of problems. If you’ve gotten to this blog post, you’ve probably been in a frenzy of online searches trying to pinpoint which AC problem is affecting you specifically. The truth is that it’s not as simple as looking up your AC symptoms online and making the fix yourself.

Firstly, you’re going to need professional repairs. Amateur or DIY repairs are the easiest way to void your system warranty, cause even more problems, and cost the most money down the line. It’s time to nip this problem in the bud by calling a team of trusted professionals that can get the job done.

Let’s talk about 5 different AC repairs in Highland Park, IL, and the symptoms behind each one. If anything sounds familiar, be sure to call our team so we can help you as soon as possible. We always get the job done.

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Retrofit Your Heater the Right Way

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2020

Older homes are beautiful. We would never, under any circumstances, tell a family in a wonderful old home to move somewhere else because of high heating bills. While other contractors might say that’s the best option, they only say that because there’s nothing they can do to help you. We have the tools to help, though.

Welcome to the world of retrofitting. Retrofitting is the process of installing state-of-the-art heating equipment into a home that’s a lot older. We work on improving duct quality, performing correct load calculations, and going above and beyond to make sure your heating in Highland Park, IL works as well as it would in a brand-new home.

Let’s take a journey together into the realm of retrofitting, where our favorite old homes can enjoy efficient and effective heating with our help. We’ll help you figure out what you’ll need when it comes to retrofitting your home today.

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The Science Behind Heat and Energy Recovery

Monday, November 23rd, 2020

Heat and energy recovery ventilators are a new piece of technology that are making the rounds. Sure, there are some homeowners that are more likely to buy whatever their trusted professional tells them to, but our customers a bit smarter than that. You want to know exactly what you’re getting into if you invest in these kinds of HVAC services in Highland Park, IL.

We agree! We would never want you to pay money for something you don’t at least somewhat understand—so that’s the point of this blog today. If you keep reading, we’ll go into detail about how heat and energy recovery ventilators work, what you can expect from them, and why they could be perfect for your home comfort. Keep those windows closed this summer or winter, while still enjoying the fresh air you know and love.

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