Air Conditioning

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Air Conditioning in Wheaton, IL

Chris Mechanical Services is your #1 HVAC contractor in West Chicago, IL, and the surrounding communities. We are the leading company for all of your air conditioning needs. If you need repairs, maintenance, or a brand new system installed, the technicians at Chris Mechanical Services are the qualified and professional crew for the job.

We provide the highest quality service for your air conditioner. We also aim to educate and inform our customers. Informed decisions are good decisions. We want you to feel confident we are qualified to perform the service for which you are hiring us.

Air Conditioning Basics

The four main components to your air conditioner are:

Condenser: The condenser is the outside metal unit and where the gas from the compressor is condensed into a liquid. The gas entering the condenser is very hot. The temperature is then lowered, so the gas can convert back to a liquid.

Compressor: The compressor is inside the condenser. It circulates the pressurized refrigerant, to concentrate the heat, and changes the low pressure gas to high pressure.

Evaporator: The evaporator is the part of the system inside the home. In simple language, it absorbs the heat from your home.

Expansion Valve: The expansion valve controls the amount of refrigerant in your system.

All of these pieces are connected by a copper tube that handles refrigerant, creating a closed loop. Heat is collected in the evaporator, sent outside to the condenser. The heat is removed, and the cool air is recirculated back into your home.

AC Facts

An Air Conditioner Doesn’t Create Cool Air.
What happens in the AC process is actually the removal of heat from the air. Your AC uses a chemical called refrigerant to remove heat and transfer it outside. The warm air runs through the lines and coils in your unit and goes from liquid to gas and back again. During this process, the refrigerant removes the heat and transfers it elsewhere so that when the air comes out the other side, it is cool.

Your AC Will Remove Humidity.
Lower humidity helps the overall comfort level in your home by making you feel cooler, even if the temperature is the same.

Your Air Filter Needs To Be Checked And Replaced Every Three To Six Months.
(depending on the manufacturer’s recommendations)
A dirty air filter restricts your air flow, which reduces efficiency, costing you money, and over time can put stress on your unit and could cause a costly repair.

Maintenance, Maintenance, Maintenance.
Your air conditioner needs regular checkups to keep it running in tip-top shape. Having regular annual preventative maintenance will bring your system longer life and fewer breakdowns over all.

SEER
Our SEER2 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio 2) energy savings calculator can help determine how much you could save on your utility bills. Simply enter your current unit’s SEER value and compare it to a newer, more efficient SEER2 unit. You can even customize it to better match your home’s system for a more accurate calculation.

At Chris Mechanical Services, we provide all the services you need to keep your AC running in top-notch shape. Call us at 630-206-5093 for repairs, maintenance, or new-system installation.

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Need Air Conditioner Service?

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Air Conditioner Maintenance in Aurora, IL 60542

“Had Bryant Evolution installed 8/2012 by a different HVAC Company. Every summer I would report excessive humidity and uneven temperature through out the house. I thought the Bryant Evolution equipment was garbage. Changed to Chris Mech. 4/2022 and they made adjustments that reduced humidity and maintained even temp. Even heating season was mor comfortable and my energy consumption has been reduced 10%-20%. Why did I wait 10 years?” – Brian M.

Air Conditioner Maintenance in Westchester, IL 60154

“I have been using Chris for 19 years now, I won’t use anyone else! They are the most professional HVAC company I have come across. They are the best!”

– Roger K.

Air Conditioner Installation in St. Charles, IL 60185

“Our AC united died and these people had it replaced with 48 hours. Great people and service. Their service is always a 10.”

– Wayne B.

Air Conditioner Installation in Naperville, IL 60563

“I had an air conditioner installed and they cleaned dryer vents. The service was top notch. I would give them an A plus. Every person I worked with was professional and courteous.”

– Kimberly W.


Chris Mechanical Services proudly provides HVAC service to Batavia, Bloomingdale, Geneva, Glen Ellyn, St. Charles, Warrenville, West Chicago, Wheaton, Winfield and the surrounding Illinois communities. Visit our service area page for more coverage details, call us at 630-206-5093, or request service online today.