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AC Installation & Repair
Central air systems, ductless mini-splits, and emergency repair when your AC quits during a Chicago heat wave.
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Northstar HVAC & Refrigeration Inc. is based right here in Glenview, so when your furnace quits on a January morning or your AC gives out in July, your neighbors are just minutes away. We treat every home on our home turf like it's our own.
Every technician is fully licensed, bonded, and insured for your protection.
Right here in our home town — so we get to you fast when it matters.
Locally owned and operated — invested in keeping Glenview families comfortable.
From the mid-century blocks near downtown to the newer homes at The Glen, Glenview has a wide range of houses that all need to stay comfortable through Chicago winters and humid summers. As a Glenview-based, family-owned company, we know these streets and these systems. We show up honest, explain what we find, and fix it right.
Glenview's housing stock runs the full range, from 1950s and 60s brick ranches and split-levels around downtown and Wagner Farm to the larger, newer-construction homes built during The Glen redevelopment on the former Naval Air Station site. That mix means we work on everything from compact single-zone setups in older ranches to multi-zone systems and high-efficiency furnaces in newer two-story homes.
Older Glenview ranches and split-levels often have aging furnaces, undersized or leaky ductwork, and uneven room-to-room temperatures, while many split-levels struggle to keep the lower level and upper bedrooms balanced. Newer homes at The Glen tend to need help with proper zoning, humidity control in summer, and keeping high-efficiency equipment running efficiently. We diagnose the real cause instead of just swapping parts.
We are a family-owned business headquartered in Glenview, which means when you call, you are talking to neighbors, not a far-off call center. We believe in straight answers, fair pricing, and clean work, and we would rather earn your trust for the long haul than oversell you on something you do not need.
Schedule a visitFrom furnace tune-ups to complete system replacements, we handle the full range of residential HVAC work for Glenview homeowners — so you only ever have to call one team.
Central air systems, ductless mini-splits, and emergency repair when your AC quits during a Chicago heat wave.
Get a quoteGas and high-efficiency furnaces — installed, tuned up, and back online fast when winter hits hardest.
Get a quoteEnergy-efficient heating and cooling in one system — including cold-climate heat pumps built for Chicago winters.
Get a quoteAir purifiers, humidifiers, and dehumidifiers — clean, balanced air for kids, pets, and everyone in between.
Get a quoteDuct inspection, sealing, repair, and replacement — fix uneven temperatures and stop wasting money on lost air.
Get a quoteWi-Fi and smart thermostats installed and configured — lower energy bills, better comfort, easy control from your phone.
We serve homeowners across every part of Glenview, including:
The Glen's newer construction on the former Naval Air Station site often features larger, multi-story floor plans with zoned heating and cooling. We help these homes get even temperatures upstairs and down, dial in summer humidity, and keep high-efficiency systems performing the way they should.
The established neighborhoods around downtown Glenview and the Metra station are full of classic mid-century ranches and split-levels. We handle aging furnaces, ductwork upgrades, and AC replacements for these homes without the upsell, keeping older systems comfortable and efficient.
The quiet residential streets near Wagner Farm and the Glenview Park District are mostly mature single-family homes that benefit from regular tune-ups and timely upgrades. We keep these systems reliable through cold Chicago winters and muggy summers.
From the first phone call to the final walk-through, here's how we make sure every Glenview job goes smoothly for your family.
Contact us for a free consultation where we'll assess your needs and provide a clear, upfront price — no hidden fees.
Our certified technicians arrive on time with the right tools and parts to complete your project efficiently.
We complete every job to industry standards and make sure you're completely satisfied before we leave.
We know you have choices. Here's why families across Glenview and the rest of Chicagoland keep coming back to us.
Cash, check, credit cards, and financing for qualified customers — comfort shouldn't be a budget battle.
24/7 emergency response, with most urgent calls answered within two hours during the heating and cooling seasons.
Every tech is licensed, insured, and trained on every major HVAC brand on the market today.
No upsells, no scare tactics. Straight answers about what your home actually needs and what it'll cost.
The questions Glenview homeowners ask us most. Don't see yours? Call us at +1 224-398-9199 — we're happy to talk it through.
Ask us anythingAbsolutely. A large share of Glenview's housing stock is mid-century ranches and split-levels, and we work on them every day. We can repair aging furnaces and AC units, correct uneven temperatures between levels, and recommend efficient upgrades when a system is truly at the end of its life.
Since our shop is based right here in Glenview, we are usually only minutes away and can often offer same-day service for no-heat and no-cool calls. Call us at +1 224-398-9199 and we will give you an honest arrival window.
Yes. Many newer homes at The Glen have multi-story layouts and zoned systems that need proper balancing and summer humidity control. We can troubleshoot zoning issues, service high-efficiency equipment, and make sure every floor stays comfortable.
Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency service and aim to respond within two hours for urgent situations. If your AC dies during a heat wave or your furnace quits in the middle of a cold snap, call +1 224-398-9199 and we'll get a tech rolling.
Yes — free, no-obligation estimates for all installations and major repairs. We'll come to your home, look at the system, and give you a clear, upfront price with no surprise fees later.
We service all major HVAC brands — Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Rheem, Goodman, Bryant, American Standard, and more. When it's time to replace, we'll recommend the best options for your home, family, and budget without pushing a brand.
Based in Glenview, we keep homes comfortable across Glenview and the surrounding Chicagoland suburbs. Explore our other local service areas:
Tell us what's going on and we'll get back to you within the hour during business times — or call now for instant 24/7 emergency dispatch.