Heating & Cooling in Northbrook, IL
MMDS has been fixing and replacing furnaces, air conditioners, boilers and heat pumps across the Chicago suburbs since 2003. We’re about 3 miles away in Deerfield, so we’re close by when you need us. When you call, you talk to the people who do the work, and most Northbrook service calls are seen the same or next day.
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5:00pm. Emergencies: we take calls 24/7.
What We See in Northbrook Homes
Northbrook has many 1950s-1970s ranches and split-levels plus newer homes. Undersized returns and hot upper levels are common issues we fix here. A few things come up often:
- Original ductwork and small returns. Many postwar homes still have the original duct layout with one or two returns. A new system can’t perform if it can’t breathe, so we check airflow first.
- Furnaces in tight closets and crawlspaces. Ranches and townhomes often have compact mechanical spaces. We measure before quoting so the new equipment fits and can be serviced.
- ACs still running R-22. Older ACs that use R-22 refrigerant are getting expensive to recharge. If yours is leaking, replacement usually makes more sense than repeated refills.
HVAC Services in Northbrook
- Cold-climate heat pump installation, including dual-fuel setups that use the heat pump most of the year and your furnace below about 35°F
- Furnace and boiler replacement
- Heating repair
- AC installation and replacement and AC repair
- Maintenance plans and tune-ups
- Indoor air quality, thermostats and duct cleaning
Replacement Costs in Northbrook
Every house is different, but here are honest ranges: AC about $4,000–$8,000; heat pump about $6,000–$10,000 before rebates; furnace about $4,000–$10,000 depending on size, efficiency, brand and location. We install Trane, Carrier, Bosch, Midea, LG, Gree and Goodman, and all equipment comes with a 10-year factory parts warranty, with extended labor coverage included or available depending on the package. In our climate, paying extra for anything above about 17 SEER2 rarely pays back.
Rebates and Utilities in Northbrook
Northbrook homes get electricity from ComEd and natural gas from North Shore Gas. ComEd offers instant discounts on qualifying heat pumps, which is why heat pumps have become a realistic option here. See our heat pump page for current ComEd discount details. The federal 25C tax credit for heat pumps and furnaces ended for equipment installed after December 31, 2025, so if someone is still quoting it to you, ask questions.
Maintenance
Our one-time tune-up is $150 and includes a real cleaning of your equipment. An inspection is $79. Maintenance plans start at $15/month and cover an AC visit before cooling season and a furnace visit before heating season.
Northbrook HVAC FAQ
How fast can you get to Northbrook?
Our Deerfield location is about 3 miles away. Most service calls are same or next day, and emergencies are answered 24/7.
Are there heat pump rebates in Northbrook?
Yes. ComEd offers instant discounts on qualifying heat pumps, and after the discount a heat pump often costs about the same as a straight AC replacement.
My AC still uses R-22. Should I replace it?
If it’s running fine, there’s no rush. If it’s leaking or needs a major repair, replacing it is usually smarter than paying for expensive R-22 refills.
Nearby Areas We Serve
We also work in Deerfield, Glenview, Highland Park, Wheeling, Prospect Heights, Des Plaines. See the full service area.
Schedule Service in Northbrook
Book online or contact us and we’ll get you on the schedule.