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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
100

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Customers hired Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. for 8 kinds of job.

Zark Heating & Cooling Inc. for heating system installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.75
★ 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.$1,000+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$1.4k–$2.8k
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 99/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Heating system installation”: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.#1 / 8
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

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DIANE13 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. · 4 days ago★★★★★

The guys were here just before 7 o’clock as I said, and went to work quickly. They worked continuously to install both units and an air filter and humidifier and now I’m sitting in a nice warm house again. Rob said if I have any problems with it to let him know, fingers crossed I don’t have any. Rob, Zach and…

Paid $2,000+Great priceInstallationHeating system installation
Deborah1 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Wess did a great job for us. He was on time, very honest and got the job done in 1 day. Very knowledgeable and a good teacher for his partner Conner who was very helpful explaining the new thermostat. Thank-you Wess and Connor.

Heating system installationInstall thermostat
CarolLocal Guide · 23 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 weeks ago★★★★★

They arrived on time they checked my furnace found a slight problem said they would order the part. All is good. When I called they scheduled a date to replace the inducer. Now installed

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceHeating system installationInstall AC+ Punctuality+ Quality+ 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
Tina3 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

PHENOMENAL CUSTOMER SERVICE & JOB WELL DONE!! Rob & company were extremely prompt to respond to my emails, texts & calls even on a Sunday!!! I would HIGHLY recommend Zark Heating & Cooling for all your HVAC needs!!! We utilized their services after Rob was able to send me a quote almost immediately after sending…

Reasonable priceInstallationHeating system installationInstall AC
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
Lori8 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

ZARK HVAC was excellent. Extremely professional, friendly and did excellent work. Highly recommend them!

Heating system installationInstall ACThermostat installation
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
Tina2 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Been using Zark for the last couple of years for routine maintenance. The time came to have to replace the furnace and AC, and there was no other choice for me. Zark is an exceptional company! They hit high marks in every area. They care about their customers, offer great pricing, and their customer service is…

Great priceInstallationHeating system installationInstall AC
Ryan5 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

5 ⭐️ service from beginning to end. We had 4 different quotes for an AC/Furnace and water heater replacement and Zark provided the best price along with warranty and professionalism that makes a stressful situation feel so much better. We worked with Bill, Rob and Zach and they made sure my wife and I felt…

Paid $1,000+Great priceHVAC system repairHeating system repairA/C system repair
Abel9 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Can’t praise Zark enough. We just had them complete a new furnace install with some air quality additions. The team was incredibly responsive when we had issues, and were working through the replacement decision. Zark’s pricing was very competitive, and our lead tech, Zach, presented us with a few options, and Rob…

Great priceHeating system installation
MaryLocal Guide · 13 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

They were there when they said they would be. explained everything to me A good experience. Very polite. I felt it was a very reasonable price compared to other places.

Paid $800–900Reasonable priceHeating system installation
SheriLocal Guide · 14 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★★★★★

1/7/26 Update: still a fantastic company to work with! I always recommend Zark Zark has become our Go-To for all HVAC needs. Our very first experience with them, came when our AC went out, during the hottest weekend of the year. They were prompt to come out and significantly competitive to other, well…

Heating system maintenanceHVAC system maintenanceHVAC system repair+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
Kristin2 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★★★★★

Great customer service, very friendly and easy to work with. They did a fantastic job with the installation of our A/C and furnace. We would definitely recommend Zark! Thank you.

Heating system installationInstall ACThermostat installation
JoseLocal Guide · 43 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★★★★★

Great experience, technician Bill explained everything very well. Great for the 1st visit I will definitely recommend Zark heating and cooling. Rob installed my combo heat and a/c Units very happy with my new installation.

Paid $1–100Reasonable priceHVAC system repairHeating system installation
Rich3 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★★★★★

The service was outstanding and the total price was much less than their competitors! I would highly recommend Zark for professional and friendly service. They are truly a family run and owned business!

Paid $1,000+Great priceHeating system installation
Patrick4 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★★★★★

I’ve been using Zark since I moved to the area. They are reasonably priced , do clean work, and honest. I won’t use anyone else.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceHeating system installationInstall AC
Frito2 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 professional. Punctual. Very comparable pricing. Great service. I would recommend them to anyone!

Heating system installation+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
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
Paul4 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★★★★★

Outstanding service. Dan was very professional and we are very satisfied with the work. I would highly recommend them to everyone.

HVAC system maintenanceHeating system installationHeating system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

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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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