When Chicago Humidity Hits, We Answer
A dead AC in July isn’t a comfort problem — it’s a health problem for kids, seniors, and pets. Daily HVAC has kept Chicago homes cool for 30+ years from our shop in Old Irving Park. We answer around the clock, arrive same-day across our 40-mile service area, and quote a flat price before touching a single part.
AC Problems We Fix Every Day
- Refrigerant leaks and recharges — EPA-certified handling, leak repair before recharge
- Failed capacitors and contactors — the most common summer breakdown, usually a same-visit fix
- Frozen evaporator coils — airflow and refrigerant diagnosis, not just a thaw-and-hope
- Compressor and condenser fan failures — honest repair-vs-replace numbers on the spot
- Clogged condensate lines — the hidden cause of ACs that quit on the first hot week
What AC Repair Costs in Chicago
We publish real ranges because you deserve to know before you call.
| Common repair | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic visit (applied to repair) | $89–$129 |
| Capacitor or contactor replacement | $150–$300 |
| Refrigerant leak repair + recharge | $250–$550 |
| Condenser fan motor | $300–$550 |
| Seasonal tune-up special | $79.95 |
Ranges reflect typical Chicago jobs in 2026; exact flat quote after diagnosis. No after-hours surcharge — ever.
Repair or Replace?
If your AC is 12–15+ years old and uses phased-out R-22 refrigerant, replacement usually beats a major repair. As a Trane dealer we install high-efficiency systems with a lifetime workmanship guarantee, free in-home estimates, and financing. We show you both numbers — you decide.