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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. keeps Wilmette homes comfortable through lakefront humidity and harsh North Shore winters. As a family-owned company just minutes away in Glenview, we treat your home and your trust with care.
Every technician is fully licensed, bonded, and insured for your protection.
A short 10-15 minute drive east from our glenview base — so we get to you fast when it matters.
Locally owned and operated — invested in keeping Wilmette families comfortable.
Wilmette's blend of vintage charm and modern updates means no two homes heat and cool the same way. We tailor every visit to the house in front of us, from a century-old colonial near downtown to an updated home steps from Gillson Park. Our goal is straightforward work, clear pricing, and systems that run reliably year-round.
Wilmette's housing stock leans older and substantial: Tudors, colonials, Prairie-style designs, and vintage masonry homes lining tree-shaded streets. Many of these high-value properties have been beautifully updated over the years, yet still carry original ductwork, boilers, or aging systems behind the finished walls. That combination calls for careful, knowledgeable hands.
Proximity to Lake Michigan adds real humidity that older homes were never sealed against, which strains cooling systems and invites uneven comfort from floor to floor. Larger multi-story homes here often fight hot upstairs bedrooms and cold first floors, making zoning, properly sized equipment, and high-efficiency upgrades worth serious consideration. We also see plenty of retrofit challenges where modern systems meet plaster walls and finished spaces.
We're a family-owned company based right next door in Glenview, so Wilmette isn't a far-flung service area for us, it's our backyard. We show up on time, protect your floors and finishes, explain what we find in plain terms, and never push work you don't need. That honest approach is the whole reason families keep calling us back.
Schedule a visitFrom furnace tune-ups to complete system replacements, we handle the full range of residential HVAC work for Wilmette 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 homes throughout Wilmette, from the lakefront to the western edge of the village.
Homes near the lakefront face the most humidity off Lake Michigan, which puts extra demand on air conditioning and dehumidification. We help these properties stay comfortable and protect against the moisture issues that come with living so close to the water.
The older homes around the Village Center often hold original systems tucked inside updated interiors. We work carefully in these tighter, finished spaces to repair, replace, or upgrade equipment without disturbing the character of the home.
This established part of Wilmette features a mix of vintage masonry and updated single-family homes. Many benefit from zoning and high-efficiency equipment to even out comfort across multiple floors and large rooms.
From the first phone call to the final walk-through, here's how we make sure every Wilmette 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 Wilmette 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 Wilmette homeowners ask us most. Don't see yours? Call us at +1 224-398-9199 — we're happy to talk it through.
Ask us anythingYes. A large share of Wilmette's housing is older Tudors, colonials, and masonry homes, and we work in them regularly. We take care to protect finishes and plaster while servicing or upgrading the systems inside.
Absolutely. Multi-story homes near the lake often run hot upstairs and cool downstairs. We assess airflow and sizing and can recommend zoning or equipment changes to balance comfort throughout the house.
Wilmette is just a short 10-15 minute drive east of our Glenview base. That proximity helps us respond promptly and keeps us close when you need follow-up service.
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 Wilmette 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.