Why IAQ Gets Worse in Winter When winter hits Chicago, we seal our homes tight. Windows stay shut, furnaces run for hours, and the air we breathe cycles through the same ducts and vents over and over. While this keeps the cold out, it also traps dust, allergens, and even dangerous gases inside.Poor Indoor Air Quality […]
Why Furnace Maintenance Isn’t Optional in Chicago In Chicago, winters are no joke. When the temperatures drop into the teens and below zero, your furnace isn’t just providing comfort — it’s protecting your family’s safety. Yet many homeowners make the mistake of skipping annual maintenance, thinking they can save a few dollars.The reality? Neglecting furnace maintenance […]
Chicago Winters and Heating Costs When winter arrives in Chicago, heating bills skyrocket. With subzero temperatures, furnaces often run nonstop. Many homeowners feel forced to choose between comfort and affordability, but you don’t have to. At Grand Slam Heating & Cooling, we help families across the North Shore and Western Suburbs stay warm without breaking the bank. This […]
The Cost Barrier in Chicago HVAC Replacing a furnace or air conditioner in Chicago is no small investment. On average, a new furnace installation ranges from $6,000–$8,500, while a complete furnace and A/C system can cost $12,000–$18,000 depending on efficiency and size. For many homeowners, those numbers are intimidating. The result? Delaying replacement, patching together costly repairs, or […]
The Hidden Dangers of Cheap Furnace Installs Chicago homeowners are bombarded with ads promising “$4,200 furnace installs” or handyman services offering to “set up your furnace for cheap.” While those prices may sound tempting, the truth is that cheap or DIY furnace installations often end up costing far more in the long run, in money, comfort, […]
Why HVAC Maintenance Matters in Chicago Chicago winters are brutal, and summers bring heavy humidity. That means your furnace and air conditioner aren’t just conveniences — they’re lifelines. Yet many homeowners only think about their HVAC system when something goes wrong.The truth is, preventive maintenance is the single best way to protect your investment, lower energy […]
Why Chicago Homeowners Are Turning to Ductless Not every home in Chicago is built the same, and not every heating and cooling solution fits every space. Many homes in the North Shore and Western Suburbs have older ductwork, additions without vents, finished basements, or attic spaces that never feel quite right.For these situations, a traditional […]
The Furnace Dilemma Every Chicago Homeowner Faces If you live in Chicago or the surrounding suburbs, you know how important a reliable furnace is. Winters here are long, freezing, and often unpredictable. When your furnace breaks down, you face a big decision: repair it or replace it? Many homeowners wrestle with this question, especially when […]
The Hidden Air Quality Problem in Chicago When most Chicago homeowners think about comfort, they think about temperature, keeping their homes warm during freezing winters and cool during humid summers. But there’s another factor just as important that often goes unnoticed: indoor air quality (IAQ). According to the EPA, indoor air can be 2 to […]
