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Upgrade Your Comfort: Furnace Replacement with 5 Star Heating & Air

Posted on December 24th, 2024 by Webmaster

As the New Year unfolds in Chicago, many homeowners find themselves reflecting on the past year and planning for improvements in the year ahead. One area that often gets overlooked is the home’s heating system. With the harsh Chicago winters, ensuring your furnace is in top condition is crucial. If your furnace is showing signs […]

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Electric Furnace vs. Gas – Which is Better?

Posted on September 27th, 2024 by Webmaster

Some Basic Information to Help You Make the Right Choice for Your Home We all know how long and brutal winters in northern Illinois can be, and a fully functioning furnace is absolutely essential to keep your family warm and secure while Mother Nature howls and does her worst outside. If you need a new […]

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When To Schedule Heating System Maintenance

Posted on September 10th, 2022 by Bill Stuhr

Just like your car, regular maintenance is essential to keep your heating system running smoothly. Nobody wants to wake up one frigid winter morning to a cold house with a broken furnace. Five Star Heating & Air has provided routine HVAC maintenance near Palatine and the surrounding areas for over three decades. Our highly skilled […]

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Fighting Fall Allergies – Chicago Suburbs

Posted on August 20th, 2022 by Bill Stuhr

Fall is a beautiful time of year in northern Illinois. The leaves change into an assortment of gorgeous colors. The sun doesn’t beat down quite as hard and there is a nice, cool breeze in the air. Then something comes along and ruins it all: allergy season. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America reported […]

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Breaking Down The 7 Different Types Of Air Filters

Posted on April 15th, 2022 by Bill Stuhr

Your air filter is a crucial part of a well-maintained HVAC system, however, it is often overlooked. Air filters remove common debris such as dust, pet dander, and other allergens from the air that flows through your system. To properly filter these allergens and protect your heating and air conditioning system, you need to change […]

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