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Sun Auto Service
- Matter
- Vehicle
- Thermostat
“They even worked with me over the phone to break down all the repair costs and prioritize what needed fixing most urgently so I could stay within my budget.”
Car AC Repair in Chicago, IL
24 specialists listed · all 24 in Chicago · 10 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
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Brach's Auto Center
- Brakes
- Estimate
“Tom was very friendly and knowledgeable and he took the time to explain exactly what was wrong with my vehicle and gave me options as to how I wanted to proceed.”
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Howard Auto Service
- Fuel Pump
- Test
- Flat Tire
“My first time here I needed a fuel pump replacement; these guys not only fixed my issue but also repaired a bit of my exhaust that was starting to wear out.”
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Ted's Auto Clinic
- Knowledge
- Job
- Oil
“My family and I have been a long time clients for many years, taking our vehicles here for literally generations, and I can't recommend this place enough.”
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City Tire & Auto Repair
- Mechanic
- Communication
- Warranty
“Fair prices, comfortable waiting area (wifi and desks to work at as well), very friendly staff, and transparency in services needed versus recommended.”
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Midway Auto Service
“Went to this place after failing the emissions test, not only were they kind and thorough but very professional and quick service with very reasonable prices.”
Area overview: Chicago, IL
All 24 specialists we list here are in Chicago itself. We have 134 specialists in Chicago on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The specialists on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 6,033 reviews; all 24 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these specialists on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (85%) and value (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the specialists on this page are "fair", "honest" and "diagnosis". 10 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the specialists on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (2), engine repairs (2) and oil changes (2). 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 16 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 22 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 56 years. 7 offer financing; 4 give free estimates; 7 are family- or locally-owned and 8 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the specialists on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the specialist before you visit.
Data verified October 9, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Chicago, IL, these 24 shops list air conditioning work. What each one says about leak testing, recharging and which refrigerant it handles comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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Triangle Auto Service
- Oil
- Money
- Vehicle
“I used to have an Altima with 170k + miles on it and they helped that car survive until the transmission finally quit, always offering sensible repairs for a car on its last legs.”
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Midwest Performance Cars
- Fair
- Audi
- Expertise
“The crew is so welcoming, the prices are very reasonable, the communication is frequent, the garage is so clean, and the work is always done with care and accuracy.”
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Delgado's Auto Service
“I do wish they would clean the cars after they service them like a lot of other places do but overall I would come back here for other work I needed done.”
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Grand & Cicero Service
- Mechanic
- Information
- Videos
“Mike took care of my car in a timely fashion and went through the entire diagnostic to give me a rundown of how my car was looking , what was a priority to get fixed and what I could wait on.”
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L & T Auto Service Inc.
- Work
- Honest
- Battery
“On Saturday night with a blown out front wheel bearing they took care of me no problem stayed the extra time to get it done for me very highly recommend these guys thank you so much”
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Midtown Auto Repair- Goodyear
“They've been helpful with a wide range of repairs, transparent about the work being done and accept the 15% off parts and labor coupon for Costco members.”
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Ashland Tire & Auto
“Just got back from Ashland Tire after they patched my tire in 15 minutes and my partner was there with our other car yesterday for a problem with the trunk latch.”
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- Understanding
- Money
- Tire Pressure
“I don't really know much about cars so I had a lot of questions and he was so knowledgeable and patient with me, and explained everything so that I could understand what was going on.”
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Tuffy Auto Service Center
- Catalytic Converter
- Nail
- Tire Pressure
“Also, they always have a funny and trendy little note on the marquee outside, which always makes me smile lightens the experience of having my car worked on.”
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Grand Tire and Auto Service
- Quality
- Job
- Pressure
“True highlight - THEY asked ME what time I worked & said call me back at this time and see if we can get it back to you so u don't have to pay for Uber !!!”
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Perfect Pitch Auto Repair
- Brakes
- Hands
- Mechanic
“He also informed me of other things that I needed replaced on my car that they themselves don't do at their shop which let me know he cared about the customer and not the business, i.”
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Sinclair's Auto Clinic
- Quality
- Money
- Pump
“Nobody likes the idea of forking out hundreds of dollars for a car repair, but the silver lining in all of this is I have confidence in the repairs, and in Sinclair Auto.”
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Albany Park Auto Clinic
- Engine
- Oil
- Fair
“I take our cars here from Rogers Park and have always had a great experience.”
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America Auto Services & Body Shop Inc.
“Best place to get your car fixed me and my family be coming here for years and great body shop too friendly people to do business with I love the staff”
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Fred's Wrigleyville Garage & Auto Repair
“I had a mechanic give me a list of a ton of stuff wrong so I took my car to Fred's and they found what really needed to be fixed and had it completed quickly and explained everything to me.”
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Tecnicentro Automotriz Inc.
- Attention
- Mechanic
- Job
“I went to repair my car, it is truly an excellent service, they take the time to review the problem that the car has very well, and the attention is excellent, thank you very much.”
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Auto Service 1
“From when I first spoke to him on the phone until I met him in person, David took the time and interest to listen and worked with me to craft the best solution.”
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A-K Auto Mechanic & Body Shop
“They were in touch with me and my insurance agent throughout the repair process and I felt very well-informed and taken care of by the time I got my car back.”
Auto A/C & Heating Services in Chicago, IL Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$188
Maximum cost
$3249
National Average
$438
$188
$1000
Typical price range is based on 403 cost profiles
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Which shops listed for Chicago offer a free check?
4 of the 24 shops on this page say they give free estimates. For air conditioning that usually means a quick look and a vent temperature reading. The gauge test and leak trace are the part that actually finds the fault, and those are normally charged.