Fan coil dripping on the floor
In high-rise units, a clogged condensate drain or tray is the usual cause of water under the window unit. Cleaning the drain and tray each year prevents most of these.
Edgewater · Chicago 60660 and 60640
HVAC Service in Edgewater, Chicago
Green Leaf Heating & Cooling connects homeowners in Edgewater (60660 and 60640) with local HVAC technicians. Sheridan Road towers, vintage courtyard buildings and the large early-1900s homes of Edgewater Glen and Lakewood Balmoral. Call (312) 924-7223 and get a free estimate before any work starts.
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Heating and Cooling Services for Edgewater Homes
Every service is available in Edgewater. These five come up most, given the housing. See all HVAC services.
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Boiler Repair
Steam and hot-water boilers in vintage courtyard buildings and in the large homes of Edgewater Glen and Lakewood Balmoral.
View details ↗02Heat Pumps
In-unit water-source heat pumps and through-wall units in Sheridan Road towers, which wear out on their own schedule.
View details ↗03AC Repair
Fan coil units under the windows that stop cooling, drip condensate onto the floor or rattle, plus central air in renovated homes.
View details ↗04Ductless Mini Splits
Cooling for radiator-heated condos and for third floors and sunrooms in the larger houses.
View details ↗05Indoor Air Quality
Dry winter air in high-rise units, and filtration and humidity control in tightly renovated homes.
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Common Problems in Edgewater Homes
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Third floor too hot in a big old house
Large early-1900s homes often have one system for three floors. The top floor overheats in summer and the first floor runs cool in winter. Zoning or a separate upstairs system is the usual answer.
Radiators cold in one wing
In large homes and courtyard buildings, the farthest radiators heat last or not at all. On steam, main vents are often the culprit; on hot water, air in the loop or a weak circulator.
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High-Rise or House: What to Know Before an Edgewater Repair
In a high-rise, the association usually owns the central boiler, chiller or riser pipes, while the in-unit fan coil or heat pump may be yours. Ask management which equipment you’re responsible for and whether the riser water needs to be shut off for the repair.
In the historic districts, outdoor units and new vents on visible walls are worth planning carefully, since the look of the house matters to neighbors and to any future buyer. Rear walls and roofs are the usual locations.
Edgewater HVAC FAQ
Questions From Edgewater Homeowners
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(312) 924-7223Edgewater is in 60660 and 60640, part of our North Side coverage. Every residential zip code in Chicago is covered; call with yours if you’re not sure.
In many buildings the owner is responsible for the in-unit fan coil or heat pump, and the association handles the central plant and risers. Check your declaration, then call for the in-unit repair.
Yes. High-velocity systems thread small flexible ducts through closets, attics and wall cavities, and ductless mini splits need only a small wall opening. Both leave plaster and trim largely untouched.
Once a year is typical: filter, coil cleaning, condensate drain and a check of the fan and controls. Units that aren’t maintained tend to leak and lose capacity.
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Heating or Cooling Problem in Edgewater?
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