About Althoff Home Services

Founded by Jim Althoff in 1961, Althoff Home Services has remained family-owned and built on integrity, craftsmanship, and genuine care. We proudly serve Crystal Lake, Hillside, and the surrounding Chicago suburbs – treating every home like our own.

What began as a small, local operation has grown into a full-service home solutions provider offering
HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and more. We stand behind every job with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and a team of licensed, NATE-certified professionals who are committed to delivering real solutions, not just temporary fixes.
At Althoff Home Services, you’re not just a customer you’re family.

Backed by more than 60 years of doing things right. Hand it off to Althoff!

Our Mission statement: "To prevent and reduce household disruptions through the pursuit of
intentional service by exceptional people."

Our Core Values

At the heart of everything we do is a strict set of core values. These values fuel our passion, and you’ll see them in
action with every job we do for you - whether it’s a repair, installation, or maintenance visit.

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  • Honor Our Commitments
    We lead with integrity, owning our responsibilities and ensuring every task is fully completed and communicated.
  • Genuine "Want to Help" Attitude
    We step in without being asked, always looking for ways to support customers and teammates.
  • Exceed Expectations
    We aim higher than simply getting the job done by creating exceptional, lasting impressions that reflect our dedication to excellence.
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  • Be Resourceful
    When challenges arise, we stay committed to finding the right solution. By collaborating, using available resources, and thinking creatively, we work through obstacles to deliver the best possible outcome for you and your home.
  • Own the Outcome
    We take full ownership of our actions, quality, and commitments. By approaching our work with intention and accountability, we continually look for ways to improve, refine, and make a lasting impact for you and your home.
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  • Attract, Develop, and Retain the Best People
    We define and uphold the qualities that exemplify an Althoff team member, ensuring those who join our team and share our values. By investing in growth, fostering a supportive environment, and recognizing contributions, we empower our team to thrive– so they can better care for you and your home.
  • Remain Curious
    Lifelong learning drives innovation. We challenge ourselves to explore new ideas and continuously evolve.
  • Consider the Repercussions
    We make thoughtful, strategic decisions by weighing outcomes, collaborating, and adjusting when needed.
  • Responsibility
    Through accountability and leadership by example, we maintain a culture of safety and excellence.
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  • Balance
    We support healthy habits and open dialogue so team members can thrive in work and life.
  • Embrace Change
    By welcoming change, we evolve personally and professionally, unlocking our true potential.
  • Lead Yourself
    Leadership starts from within. By taking ownership, staying accountable, and committing to growth, we lead ourselves with intention, setting a strong example in how we serve you and care for your home.
  • Positive Mental Attitude
    Our words and actions matter. By maintaining a positive attitude, focusing on solutions, and embracing growth, we turn challenges into opportunities and create a better experience for you and your home.
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  • Have Fun and Celebrate the Wins
    We believe fun is an important part of a positive work environment. By encouraging collaboration, creativity, and celebrating successes, we create a place where our team can thrive so we can better serve you and your home.
  • Treat Each Other With Respect and Dignity
    We recognize that conflict is a natural part of working together. By communicating openly and respectfully, we work through challenges and strengthen relationships so we can better serve you and your home.
  • Community Involvement
    We work where we live, and our customers are our neighbors, friends, and family. By staying involved in our community, we build meaningful relationships and create a positive impact, helping us better serve you and your home.

At Althoff Home Services, we deliver more than expert home services – we deliver confidence, comfort, and peace of mind. Every visit is a promise to show up with integrity, solve problems completely, and leave your home better than we found it.

We don’t settle for “good enough.” Your home deserves more than a quick fix – it deserves a partner who owns the outcome and gets it right.

At Althoff, we don’t cut corners – we deliver service you can count on, every time.

Althoff Together

We work where we live, and the people we support are more than customers – they’re our neighbors, friends, and family. Giving back to our community is at the heart of who we are. Through active involvement, we build meaningful relationships and help create positive change.

Staying connected strengthens our empathy, collaboration, and sense of belonging – both personally and professionally. It helps us better understand the communities that trust us in their homes every day.

By investing in our community, we’re not only enhancing the lives of our customers – we’re enriching our team and fostering a culture of care, shared success, and lasting impact.

What Are Other Homeowners Saying?

Excellent
Althoff Home Services4.8
Based on 1086 reviews
Jackie Dugger
1 day ago
Erik was quick, kind, and clean. Excellent service as part of my regular AC maintenance plan.
Althoff just finished the second job at our home this year. They do everything at the highest possible level. Great workmanship with great attitudes. Would recommend!!
Janet
3 weeks ago
Brian was our tech at my dad's place. He did an HVAC checkup. My 99 yr old dad wanted to go to the basement with Brian so she could see what Brian recommended. He took the time to explain everything to dad, which I thought was so nice, given the fact it took dad awhile to get down the stairs! Great service.
Randy Malin
4 weeks ago
Jim our tech was amazing Explained everything so we understood everything he was doing Very professional and knowledgeable! Thank you Jim
Jim Marks
1 month ago
Very good explanation of what needs more immediate attention if anything, or what could wait.
Becki Parsons
1 month ago
Todd was very nice and knew what he was talking about. Suggested things we can do. He was very pleasant to talk to and we would love to request him every time we to service our home. 5 stars and more!!!!
Steve Slater
1 month ago
Would highly recommend Althoff for your electrical needs. Our tech. Scott was friendly, efficient and professional. He explained exactly what he was doing and the need for safety repairs to our electrical panel. Great job!!
Susan Richardson
2 months ago
I had a very nice young man for my technician. He checked and cleaned everything and told me all was well. Of course that made me happy. The technician was here to clean and check my heating system for the winter
Fred Ichinose
2 months ago
Super responsive, communicative, informative, friendly, competitive and got the job done well. Highly recommended.
L
2 months ago
We are so pleased with the work Victor and Braden did-- professional, friendly, fast, and with great explanations. We could not be happier with their work, as we always are with your company's work. The Daikin unit is working perfectly, keeping our open concept kitchen, family room, music room, and dining room a uniform, warm temperature. THANKS!!!
Mike Weber
2 months ago
Very efficiently did the maintenance. Couldn’t have asked for more. Very satisfied as usual.
Richard Elke
2 months ago
Scott was very professional. He explained all of our options and costs. He inspected our sub pump.
Renee Diak-Witek
2 months ago
Very friendly and knowledgeable about anything I needed to know.
Catherine A
2 months ago
Scott was prompt, very pleasant and did a great job!
Gwen
2 months ago
Extremely pleased with this company and the employees I dealt with so far.
excellent service - professional and friendly. Andres was the best!
Daniel Bochneak
2 months ago
Regular interval preventive maintenance check-ups performed by a Althoff's HVAC professional assures that our HVAC system is safe and functioning with the level of efficiency necessary to maintain our household comfort and safety. We have used Althoff Home Services for several years and have always been extremely satisfied with their services. Our Althoff technician Scott is a trusted expert in his profession. We appreciate his diligence and attention to detail that has meaningfully contributed to our home's comfort & safety.
Jason Schumaker
2 months ago
Scott White is fantastic
Jim Andrulis
2 months ago
Althoff repairman advised me of a problem with my a/c. He gave me some options for repair and the cost estimates. They even sent another man to offer quotes for a whole system replacement. i appreciated the options with no pressure.
Greg M.
2 months ago
Thorough check and clean of Furnace and Humidifier. The contact with the office and the work performed by Justin were both done in a professional manner. Thank you.
Mandy Bone
3 months ago
Althoff has helped us with our boiler system as well as our AC unit. They have repaired old units we had and even installed new ones when we needed. Everyone we worked with was kind, professional, and knowledgeable about the products.
William Merriman
3 months ago
Craig is very thorough with his work. Also very friendly and trustworthy. I would prefer he be the person you always send for the seasonal check ups.
David Schaak
3 months ago
Very good and informative worker. You could tell that he enjoyed the work.
Melissa Mikos
3 months ago
Matthew was such a pleasure to work with. He explained everything in layperson terms. Which I appreciated because I was extremely stressed out from the whole issue at hand. He gave me several different options to deal with the water damage and diagnose the source of the problem. of the leak. In conclusion, I would and will go to Altoff for all my future plumbing needs.
Chris Warren
3 months ago
We use Althoff Home Services for almost all of our HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical needs. Pros: - It is easy to schedule an appointment with them. If you are a member of their White Glove Club, you get priority scheduling. - They spend time explaining the work they perform and any recommendations they have. - Their pricing is transparent. Everything is quoted and sent via email, so you know what you are paying every time they come to your house. - Their employees do not work on commission, so there are no high-pressure sales tactics unlike some of their competitors. Cons: - Some of their services are a little expensive. I would hire a handyman to do things like re-seat a toilet or replace a faucet in lieu of hiring of one of their professional plumbers. - They charge to come out to your house to give pricing estimates, but will deduct this from your bill should you choose to use them. I highly recommend Althoff’s and their team of professional staff!
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