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Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%97+52.9Reliability 24%96+23.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 97Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE

Zark Heating & Cooling Inc.

Joliet, IL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #2Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 10 boiler installers · 5.0★ from 891 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other boiler installers (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: reliability.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. is better than 97% of boiler installers.A
97
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. is better than 96% of boiler installers.A
96
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. is better than 100% of boiler installers.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. is better than 100% of boiler installers.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. is better than 100% of boiler installers.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. is better than 100% of boiler installers.A
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Customers hired Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. for 8 kinds of job.

Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. for a/c system maintenance

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.66
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$200–300
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$39–$318
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 95/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “A/C system maintenance”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#2 / 10
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

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NancyLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Pedro was courteous and explained all maintenance procedures/processes that were completed. I felt confident that I was in good hands. I am always confident that Zark is keeping my HVAC running smoothly.

HVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
MichaelLocal Guide · 59 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 months ago★★★★★

Honest and professional work! They've done a water heater replacement, AC repair, and furnace maintenance for us. Can't recommend them enough! Same great service on 9/10/26, they were able to get our shop AC up and running quickly! Bill was knowledgeable and through. Excellent job again.

Paid $400–600Great priceA/C system maintenanceDuctless heating & A/C servicesHeating system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Helen6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

They are very professional. Quality work and equipment. They clean up nicely when done. I will recommend them to everyone.

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceA/C system maintenanceHVAC system maintenanceInstall AC+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
DiLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 5 months ago★★★★★

Again, A very satisfied customer here! Thank you, Bill J. for another great appointment, top notch customer service and valuable advice. I really appreciate the booties. I wish every company have their employees wear booties when entering a customer's home. It's common courtesy.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceA/C system maintenance
SharonLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 5 months ago★★★★★

I couldn’t be more pleased with the installation of our new furnace and a/c unit. Zark Heating was absolutely wonderful to work with. Very responsive to my questions and their communication with me was outstanding!!! Dan was always very responsive and informative, no matter how busy he was. It is such a relief to…

A/C system maintenanceInstall ACHeating system installation+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
BarbLocal Guide · 38 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 10 months ago★★★★★

Big thanks to Zark heating & Cooling! Replaced the A Coil and got our A/C up and running! So appreciate the fast and professional service! Your maintenance program is the best, always on top of problems!! Highly recommend Zark Heating and Cooling Inc...They are there when you need them!

Great priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
Carol1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 10 months ago★★★★★

Zark is the only HVAC company I use. The service and friendly personnel keep me as a satisfied customer. Having their annual maintenance contract gives me peace of mind.

HVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
DanLocal Guide · 84 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 11 months ago★★★★★

We woke up this morning - February 6th - and we had no heat. I called several HVAC companies but all were on vm. I looked on the internet and found ZARK. I called and got Christy on the line. She said she could have a serviceman out within the hour and quoted a price of $129.00 because it was Saturday but said…

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceA/C system maintenanceService not listed+ Responsiveness
Ed7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 11 months ago★★★★★

We've been using Zark Heating & Cooling for our primary residence and rental property for multiple years. They provide professional, quality, and timely service at affordable prices. I'd highly recommend signing up for their maintenance plan which will keep your HVAC equipment running smoothly! (A few times…

Reasonable priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
Sara2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

We have been using Zark for the last couple years. They are the best.

Paid $100–200Reasonable priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
Kim1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

This company is tops in customer service, timely installation and repair and fair pricing. The labor they provide is highly skilled and very impressive. Don’t bother comparing, they are the BEST!!

A/C system maintenanceA/C system repairRepair HVAC
Grace11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Rob and his men have been keeping my 50+ A/C unit running and have never tried to sell me a new one. They see pride in keeping this one running efficiently! They are trustworthy, dependable and their pricing is fair and they have a good service contract.

A/C system maintenanceRepair HVACHeating system maintenance
Angela7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Detailed, friendly, punctual and Zark presents high quality units at affordable prices. What more can we ask for?

Reasonable priceA/C system maintenanceInstall AC
Nicole10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Awesome company to do business with. The team at Zark treats you like family and always looks out for your best interest. Recently had a new AC installed and their team did a fantastic job.

HVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
L8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Very good on services.

A/C system maintenanceHeating system maintenance+ Professionalism
Pat5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Honest, fair and fast. Can’t ask for much more. My go-to HVAC company for business and residential.

A/C system maintenanceHeating system repairRepair HVAC
Meri8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

If you want top notch service, then call Zark. Professional, efficient and reasonable.

A/C system maintenance
DoreenLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Zark is reliable, efficient, honest and trustworthy and friendly. We have always received top notch service from them. Recommend them 100%.

HVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenanceHeating system repair
ClaudiaLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★★

Just had my fall furnace tune up. Alex did a terrific job. He was friendly, polite and very efficient. Being on Zark's maintenance plan really saves money too! 2 more years of great service as of April 2024. They're the best around

A/C preventive maintenanceHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
MissLocal Guide · 35 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★★

Zark Is my family’s Number one company that we turn to for our heating and cooling needs. No matter what they have always been there for us, even if it’s just a response to resolve a quick problem through Facebook messenger! We have used them in the past and will definitely be using them again in the future whenever an issue arises with our aging systems.

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Price

$2270% vs typical boiler installers

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 48%Reasonable 49%Overpriced 2%Not sure 2%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
HVAC system maintenance144$37–$264
HVAC system repair93$145–$618
Heating system installation75$1.4k–$2.8k
Install AC73$1.6k–$3.2k
Heating system maintenance67$37–$317
A/C system maintenance66$39–$318
Heating system repair63$78–$745
A/C system repair45$216–$611

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