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June 21, 2017 Air Conditioning

Do I Need a Humidifier In My Home?

If you feel something isn’t quite right about the air quality in your home, determining the best route back to optimal functionality...

June 14, 2017 Home Improvement

3 Reasons Why a Mismatched HVAC System Costs You More Money

There is a reason HVAC companies refer to their equipment as a “system”. It’s because each component is designed to work in...

June 8, 2017 Heating

Will an Air Purifier Minimize My Allergy Symptoms?

There are plenty of myths about how to best clean the air in your home. Some people believe a good HEPA air filter will do. Others suggest an air purifier. Still others say that perhaps there is nothing you can do, especially when it comes to allergens. The Chicago area has experienced medium to high pollen levels throughout the spring and forecasts call for it to continue. If you or someone in your family suffers from pollen-related allergies, the following...

June 6, 2017 Air Conditioning

4 Important Benefits of Air Conditioning Filter Maintenance

One the easiest, least expensive and most beneficial ways to keep your air conditioner humming along through the summer season is through changing the air conditioning filter and through regular air filter maintenance. Yet, it is amazing how often our HVAC technicians will see an air conditioner filter that has been ignored for far too long. Changing your air conditioner filter is particularly important if you have pets or there is a smoker in your home. Here are four benefits...

May 30, 2017 Air Conditioning

What’s that Smell? Innocent vs. Hazardous Central Air Conditioner Vent Odors

Just like when your Chicago area furnace kicks on for the first time in the fall, when your central air conditioning goes on for the first time in the spring, you may be welcomed with some unknown vent odors. Why does your central air conditioning smell that way? How long will the odor last and is it something that is hazardous? Here’s a look at some common vent odors you may smell from your central air conditioning unit and what...

May 25, 2017 Air Conditioning

The Hidden Dangers of a Clogged Condensate Drain Line on Your AC

In a previous article, we discussed the importance of a good spring cleaning and tune up of home’s air condition system. We mentioned how some bargain HVAC technicians won’t even bother to take the panels off of an AC unit to clean the evaporator coil. This can ultimately defeat the original purpose of a cleaning and tune-up. Another area of concern is your condensate drain and the problems associated with a clogged condensate drain line. Once you understand the purpose...

May 23, 2017 Air Conditioning

What Should an A/C Tune-Up and Cleaning Include?

Every spring, HVAC companies begin advertising their air conditioning maintenance specials, and for good reason. Spring is the best time to ensure...

May 18, 2017 Air Conditioning

5 Common Central Air Conditioner Repairs

During the course of the summer, a homeowner may encounter problems with their central air conditioner unit. Although, most air conditioner problems only require a quick A/C repair, if a homeowner lets small problems linger or does not engage in timely central air conditioner maintenance, it could lead to a hefty repair bill. To avoid the element of surprise, our team at Althoff has put together this list of common central air conditioning repair requests. 1. Broken Thermostats A broken...

May 17, 2017 Air Conditioning

5 Reasons Air Conditioner Maintenance Inspection Saves You Money

A regularly maintained air conditioner is one that is working efficiently, which in turn helps homeowners keep utility bills down. Spring is the optimal time to schedule an inspection–before the high heat of summer returns. Here are 5 ways that an annual air conditioner maintenance inspection will help keep summer cooling costs down. 1. Improve Air Conditioner Efficiency When an air conditioner maintenance inspection is performed, a trained expert will examine and clean all the moving parts. The coils inside...

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Susan Richardson

2 days 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

5 days ago

Super responsive, communicative, informative, friendly, competitive and got the job done well. Highly recommended.

Renee Lucas

5 days ago

Great experience the air-conditioning was fixed quickly and Brian did a great job

6 days 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

1 week ago

Very efficiently did the maintenance. Couldn’t have asked for more. Very satisfied as usual.

Richard Elke

1 week ago

Scott was very professional. He explained all of our options and costs. He inspected our sub pump.

Renee Diak-Witek

2 weeks ago

Very friendly and knowledgeable about anything I needed to know.

Steve Kolasa

2 weeks ago

Quality service and work !!! Clean and very informative about our AC and Furnace !!! Alex did a fantastic job !!!!

Catherine A

2 weeks ago

Scott was prompt, very pleasant and did a great job!

Gwen

3 weeks ago

Extremely pleased with this company and the employees I dealt with so far.

Lynn Mitchell Coaching

3 weeks ago

excellent service - professional and friendly. Andres was the best!

Daniel Bochneak

3 weeks 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

3 weeks ago

Scott White is fantastic

Jim Andrulis

3 weeks 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.

Cathy Wilkins

4 weeks ago

We had our A/C inspection today. Nick A on the Althoff Home Services A/C team arrived and checked everything inside and out. Nick was very courteous, polite, friendly and thorough. We were very pleased with his professionalism. This service is included in our annual membership. The office staff and technicians at Althoff Home Services are the reason we have had them servicing our homes since 2002.

Greg M.

4 weeks 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.

April Strong

4 weeks ago

He's friendly and efficient. The perfect combination!

Gary Newland

1 month ago

I appreciate the attention and professionalism. Thank you!

Mandy Bone

1 month 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.

Christian Newkirk

1 month ago

Had difficult bulbs to replace and find they did it a short period of time and the installation was flawless

David Schaak

2 months ago

Very good and informative worker. You could tell that he enjoyed the work.

Melissa Mikos

2 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.

Ouzelfalls

2 months ago

I recently switched to Altoff Services to do my annual A/C and Heater maintenance. They came this week to do the A/C. they did a thorough job in testing my A/C's cooling efficiency. they tested refrigerant levels.They removed the outside unit's shroud and thoroughly cleaned the unit. This was the first time anyone did that. I was very happy with the work they did.

Chris Warren

2 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!