Call (773) 900-6248 to confirm current emergency service availability in your area and estimated technician arrival time.
Last October we got a call from a guy in Albany Park. His furnace died the first cold night of the year. Turns out he hadnt had it serviced in 5 years. Igniter was shot. Could have been prevented with a simple tune-up.
Seasonal HVAC maintenance plans keep your furnace and AC running all year. We've been doing preventive maintenance in Chicago. Folks in Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, and Edgewater been on our plan for years cause they don't want to deal with surprise breakdowns. current plan pricing includes two tune-ups plus priority scheduling when the weather gets brutal.
No vague promises. Instead, here's exactly what you get with our plan. A lot of companies hide the details but we're gonna be upfront about everything.
April-May (Before Cooling Season)
September-October (Before Heating Season)
What this ACTUALY means:
During severe cold or heat waves, service demand can rise. Call to confirm current availability and estimated arrival time.
During severe cold or heat waves, service demand can rise. Call to confirm current availability and estimated arrival time.
If we find something during your tune-up:
You get 15% off parts (not labor—we're honest about that).
You still pay for repairs—the plan just reduces the parts cost. We don't hide nothing.
The Math:
Cost: We confirm current annual plan pricing before enrollment. The real value is priority scheduling. Contact us for a written estimate based on your system and the work required.
Prepare your air conditioner in spring and your heating system before winter so small issues are easier to catch before peak weather.
Two seasons. One simple plan. Prepare your cooling in spring and your heating before winter. Seasonal maintenance can catch small issues earlier, support efficient airflow, and help you plan service before peak weather. Keep your Chicago home comfortable in every season. Call 773-900-6248.
We're not gonna lie—the plan isn't a huge discount. However, here's the actual comparison so you can decide for yourself:
You get: The same tune-ups
You DON'T get: Priority scheduling, parts discount
âś“ Priority scheduling during emergencies
âś“ 15% parts discount if repair needed
âś“ We call YOU to schedule (set & forget)
Why Buy the Plan?
The small cost advantage isn't the main point. Priority scheduling during emergencies is. Maintenance customers receive priority according to the service terms confirmed when they enroll.
A maintenance visit checks for wear, airflow problems, leaks, and safety issues. Findings depend on the condition of your equipment.
Dust buildup can restrict furnace airflow.
What happens: Dust buildup reduces airflow 15-25%, wastes gas, and makes your furnace work way harder then it should
What we do: Pull the blower, clean it (included in tune-up)
Contact us for a written estimate based on your system and the work required.
Igniter wear can prevent a furnace from starting.
What happens: If igniter cracks during October tune-up = we catch it. However, igniter cracks in January = no heat at 2 AM and your freezing
Prevention cost: Contact us for a written estimate based on your system and the work required.
Emergency cost (plus your freezing and it's the middle of the night)
Heat exchanger damage requires a safety assessment.
What happens: A crack = CO leak into your home. Therefore, we red-tag the furnace right away (safety issue—we don't mess around with this)
Reality:Heat exchanger can't be fixed—you need a new furnace.
Replacement cost (but atleast you can budget for it vs an emergancy)
Refrigerant leaks can affect cooling performance.
What happens: Small leak loses 5% refrigerant per year.
Prevention: We catch leaks during spring tune-up, fix em before summer hits. Seen this a lot in Hyde Park and Pilsen.
Contact us for a written estimate based on your system and the work required.
Electrical components can wear out over time.
What happens: Weak capacitor fails during first heat wave. AC won't start = emergency call when everyones else AC is also breaking down
Prevention cost: Contact us for a written estimate based on your system and the work required.
Emergency cost (plus no AC during heat wave—not fun in Lincoln Park in July)
Most failures don't "suddenly happen"—there brewing during the off-season. Tune-ups catch em when parts are cheap and your not desperate. We've seen this pattern over and over in homes across Old Town, Sauganash, and Edison Park.
That's the real value of preventive maintenance.
Plan seasonal maintenance before peak heating or cooling weather. Call to discuss current scheduling options.
Best Time: September-October
DON'T wait for first cold snap:
November: Every furnace in Chicago fails same week. Wait times = 2-3 days. Igniter backorders = 1-2 weeks. Happened last year and folks in Garfield Ridge and Mount Greenwood were waiting forever.
Best Time: April-May
DON'T wait for first heat wave:
During severe cold or heat waves, service demand can rise. Call to confirm current availability and estimated arrival time.
Chicago-Specific: Polar Vortex 2019
During severe cold or heat waves, service demand can rise. Call to confirm current availability and estimated arrival time.
This will happen again. Chicago gets polar vortex every 3-5 years. Are you ready for the next one?
We're not gonna bait-and-switch you. Here's exactly what the plan does NOT cover—we want you to know upfront:
You still pay for parts and labor if we find something during the tune-up. You just get 15% off the parts cost. Labor rate stays the same. We're upfront about this.
You still pay the diagnostic fee if your system breaks down. But you jump the line—plan customers get priority scheduling over non-plan customers. That's the big advantage.
Manufacturer warranty is separate. The maintenance plan dosnt extend your warranty—though most warrantys require annual maintenance anyway so your covered there.
Bernie's does not perform duct cleaning, repair, sealing, insulation, or installation. If a tune-up points to a ductwork issue, ask us for a trusted specialist referral.
Pick the plan that fits your situation. No long-term contracts—cancel anytime if you change your mind. Homeowners in Roscoe Village, Mayfair, and all over Chicago been on these plans for years.
per year
Best for: Homeowners with both furnace and AC who want set-it-and-forget-it peace of mind
per year (65+)
Discounted annual option. Must show ID at first visit. Same benefits as annual plan.
first year only
Introductory first-year option. Current renewal pricing is confirmed before enrollment, and you may cancel anytime.
We'll call you in September and April to schedule your tune-ups. If you want true set-it-and-forget-it, we can auto-renew your plan each year and just send a reminder email.
Your choice: We don't auto-enroll you in auto-renewal. During your first tune-up, we'll ask if you want it. You can cancel auto-renewal anytime—no penaltys, no hassle.
Or call (773) 900-6248 to enroll over the phone
Spring AC tune-up includes condenser coil cleaning, a refrigerant check, capacitor testing, and motor inspection. Fall furnace tune-up includes burner cleaning, ignition testing, heat exchanger inspection, and airflow measurement. Both include a written report of findings.
Call to confirm maintenance-plan scheduling and current benefits before enrolling.
We call you in September/October for fall furnace tune-up and April/May for spring AC tune-up. You pick the time that works for you. We schedule before peak season when parts are availible and techs aren't slammed with emergencies.
We show you the problem (photo if it's hidden), explain what happens if you don't fix it, quote the repair with your 15% plan discount, and you decide. If you approve, we fix it same visit (parts availibility permitting). You still pay for repairs—the plan just gets you 15% off parts. We don't "find" problems to upsell—we're hourly techs, not commission salespeople.
Yes. No contracts, no cancellation fees. If you don't want to renew next year, just tell us when we call to schedule. We're not locking you into anything. This is about earning your trust every year, not trapping you in a contract.
Probaly not. The plan is designed for homes with both systems. We're not pushing plans—wed rather you be honest about what you need then buy something unecessary.
Enroll in our seasonal maintenance plan today. Two tune-ups per year, priority scheduling during emergencies, 15% parts discount. current pricing confirmed before enrollment. Families across Dunning, Clearing, and Hegewisch been on this plan for years.
No contracts. Cancel anytime. We've been doing preventive maintenance for Chicago homeowners.