American Vintage Home offers expert older home HVAC & plumbing services in the North Shore area. Free estimates, upfront pricing & 24/7 emergency services! Serving the Chicago North Shore area for decades, American Vintage Home is proud to be an industry-leading HVAC and plumbing provider. Offering free estimates, emergency service and much more, see why the locals continue to choose us.
At the age of 26, Mike decided to leave New Zealand and travel the world. After five years of exploring Europe and Africa, he settled in the United States where he married his wife and had four children. Mike is an avid sports fan who loves football, rugby, baseball and golf. Dominick chose to go into this field because it's what his grandfather did.
At the age of 26, Mike decided to leave New Zealand and travel the world. After five years of exploring Europe and Africa, he settled in the United States where he married his wife and had four children. Mike is an avid sports fan who loves football, rugby, baseball and golf. Dominick chose to go into this field because it's what his grandfather did.
Services
With a passion for vintage homes in the Chicago North Shore area, our experts are dedicated to rejuvenating the heating, cooling, and plumbing systems in your older home while preserving its classic beauty. For everything from emergency service to routine maintenance, American Vintage Home's purpose is to provide unparalleled service and unrivaled expertise.
Unlike many other HVAC companies that charge by the hour, we charge by the job instead. We offer free, no-obligation heating, cooling, plumbing and sewer installation estimates, and we answer all of your questions before beginning work. Quality installation work is crucial. After all, the installation directly determines your system's reliability, durability, comfort, and efficiency.
At American Vintage Home, we understand the love and care that goes into maintaining an older home. To us, being the "Older Home Experts" throughout the Chicago North Shore area is a badge of honor. It means that for decades our clients have trusted us to service their homes with respect and special care.
The installation phase is the most important moment of your system's life. It determines how well your equipment will perform and how long it will last. That's why, at American Vintage Home, we've developed a system of checks and balances for every installation. Leaving no stone unturned, we settle for nothing less than your complete satisfaction.
We are proud of the awards we've received through the years. These awards tell us that our customers are satisfied, which means we're doing something right. We hope our awards, established history and glowing testimonials set us apart in the eyes of our customers. Angi (formerly Angie's List) Super Service Awards are presented for achieving and maintaining a superior service rating on Angie's List throughout the entire year.
Reviews (23)
Joel Lerner
Jan 04, 2022
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Curtis was very professional and also friendly. He came for a seasonal servicing and walked my through what parts needed to be replaced today and what issues needed watching, but could wait. I decided to replace the humidifier after we talked it through that it was more cost efficient to do that then replace the valves and parts that were the problem, because replacing those parts could uncover other issues that would almost bring the cost to the cost of a new humidifier, plus warranty.
Henk Kamphuis
Jan 03, 2022
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
I would describe all my interactions with AVH as courteous, professional, and satisfying. They are real people giving real advice. Today Curtis serviced our heating systems. He was thorough and service oriented. He did a nice job. Thank you Curtis.
Services: Install AC, Repair thermostat, Heating maintenance, HVAC maintenance, Repair heating system, Install heating system
I would describe all my interactions with AVH as courteous, professional, and satisfying. They are real people giving real advice. Today Curtis serviced our heating systems. He was thorough and service oriented. He did a nice job. Thank you Curtis.
Services: Install AC, Repair thermostat, Heating maintenance, HVAC maintenance, Repair heating system, Install heating system
Alan Weninger
Dec 30, 2021
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Judi B.
Dec 28, 2021
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Jeremy W.
Dec 27, 2021
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Sarah S.
Dec 21, 2021
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Susan Wagner
Dec 20, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
I’ve had nothing but good experiences with American Vintage Home. They come quickly, keep you informed on their timeline. Every technician has been thorough and polite. I’ve been happy with all of them especially the latest tech to come out, Idir. He was amazing!
Services: Install AC, AC maintenance, Heating maintenance, HVAC maintenance, Repair heating system
I’ve had nothing but good experiences with American Vintage Home. They come quickly, keep you informed on their timeline. Every technician has been thorough and polite. I’ve been happy with all of them especially the latest tech to come out, Idir. He was amazing!
Services: Install AC, AC maintenance, Heating maintenance, HVAC maintenance, Repair heating system
Tom Juozaitis
Dec 13, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality
Roberto and team were great! Roberto kept me informed of how the project was progressing throughout. At the end of each day explained what had been done and what would happen the next day. After finishing the work, he made sure to walk me through how my new system works and answered any questions I had.
Service:Â Install heating system
Roberto and team were great! Roberto kept me informed of how the project was progressing throughout. At the end of each day explained what had been done and what would happen the next day. After finishing the work, he made sure to walk me through how my new system works and answered any questions I had.
Service:Â Install heating system
Anthony Adler
Dec 13, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
Quick, efficient, knowledgeable, pleasant to deal with, and resourceful when unexpected complications arose. Didn't try to renegotiate the price because of those complications, either, so I should add "honorable", too. Tyler the tech was as effective as he was unassuming; Jerry the rep was there when problems needed to be solved.
Services: Repair sewer, Repair pipe
Quick, efficient, knowledgeable, pleasant to deal with, and resourceful when unexpected complications arose. Didn't try to renegotiate the price because of those complications, either, so I should add "honorable", too. Tyler the tech was as effective as he was unassuming; Jerry the rep was there when problems needed to be solved.
Services: Repair sewer, Repair pipe
Stefanie Wright
Dec 03, 2021
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What a positive experience! I can't say enough in praise of everyone at American Vintage Home, from the quick and courteous scheduling by the office staff to the service provided in my home by Nick. Home repairs can be super stressful but Nick was efficient, and explained each step clearly when he replaced the century old pipes in our bathroom and dramatically improved our shower and sink drainage. I especially appreciate that he communicated in a thoughtful and unbiased manner. This major repair was done quickly despite the holiday! I am very grateful and pleased with the completed project. Thank
Justin H.
Nov 19, 2021
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Deceptive Practices / Fraud Alert
DO NOT HIRE
American Vintage Home (AVH) has engaged in deceptive practices in order to charge me more money than initially quoted. It appears they are using a bait and switch method where the initial quote was lower in order to secure the contract; however, the ensuing work then "uncovered a new problem" that more than doubled the initial quote.
AVH was hired July 20th 2021, to complete a comprehensive inspection of a sewer line repair that resulted in a work proposal of approximately $8,000.00. As part of the contract to complete the work, AVH was
DO NOT HIRE
American Vintage Home (AVH) has engaged in deceptive practices in order to charge me more money than initially quoted. It appears they are using a bait and switch method where the initial quote was lower in order to secure the contract; however, the ensuing work then "uncovered a new problem" that more than doubled the initial quote.
AVH was hired July 20th 2021, to complete a comprehensive inspection of a sewer line repair that resulted in a work proposal of approximately $8,000.00. As part of the contract to complete the work, AVH was
Dustin Sammarco
Nov 14, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness
I had a gas leak at my old boiler and pipes. A 24/7 hvac guy couldn’t handle this work and recommended American vintage. American vintage gave me costs for a repair vs replacement of the boiler. They sent a technician out ASAP and did the work quickly. Highly recommended! I’ve signed up for their annual home service plan
Services: Install heating system, Repair pipe
I had a gas leak at my old boiler and pipes. A 24/7 hvac guy couldn’t handle this work and recommended American vintage. American vintage gave me costs for a repair vs replacement of the boiler. They sent a technician out ASAP and did the work quickly. Highly recommended! I’ve signed up for their annual home service plan
Services: Install heating system, Repair pipe
Lerry Knox
Sep 10, 2021
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I have an annual service contract with AVH. I needed duct work in my home.
AVH comes to my house, designs the work, I pay 50% of the cost.
THREE (3) months later of calls and calls to schedule work.
It is still NOT scheduled. 😳
Scheduling is NOT the customers convenience.
Hard to recommend a company that can’t even schedule the work.
I had to find a new contractor.
AVH comes to my house, designs the work, I pay 50% of the cost.
THREE (3) months later of calls and calls to schedule work.
It is still NOT scheduled. 😳
Scheduling is NOT the customers convenience.
Hard to recommend a company that can’t even schedule the work.
I had to find a new contractor.
Arianna G.
Aug 27, 2021
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We contacted American Vintage Homes after experiencing years of SpacePac issues. Brian professionally and quickly evaluated our unit and came up with a plan that Mike perfectly executed. All of our issues resolved and our system is better than ever. Mike was timely, professional, and personable. Mike was able to solve any problem he encountered, including having to work through a morning long power outage. We have been enjoying reliable air conditioning for the first time since purchasing our home five years ago and are very satisfied with the service provided.
Philip B.
Aug 01, 2021
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Apparently, they want to pick and choose their clients. An engineer spent at least an hr at our two flat and was supposed to provide estimates for two separate systems. He didn't send anything--I called the company, but still no follow up. The thing that was most baffling was when he was looking at my hvac he said...he gets paid thousands of dollars to design systems. I thought well what is it your doing now, right? Very confused by the whole lack of follow through and disinterest.
Carly Ann Stephenson
Jul 15, 2021
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I am a recent first time home owner and I purchased a new higher efficiency (more $$) AC / HVAC from this company summer of 2019. Since then they have recommended service calls multiple times a year, each time… they have came they have dropped the metal vent on my wood floors, denting the floor. They are also saying I need a new motor to start my AC after only having it two years. This company has not been respectful of home and has recommended excessive service, I would not recommend them to anyone.
M. R.
Jul 14, 2021
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Allison S.
Mar 02, 2021
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I called this place because of their positive reviews. I agreed to have a pipe rodded that runs from my house to the sewer. Next thing you know, the guy they sent caused a flood in my finished basement. He disconnected my sump pump, when it was full from a big ice melt the night before. He never mentioned he would be dis-connecting my sump pump and clearly didn't understand the ramifications. After they came into my dry finished basement and flooded it, they took no responsibility, I had to file a homeowners claim. Do yourself a favor, call someone else.
Denise Ford Wolf
Jan 23, 2021
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Marlene Werman
Dec 12, 2020
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Meg Scharf
Nov 12, 2020
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STAY AWAY.
Over priced. Office staff is awful.
First, really really overcharge on everything. You’re better off going anywhere else really. It’s insane the up-charge they charging people especially during a global pandemic. And the people that answer the phones in the office are quite incompetent - I have had this company come out to my condo… now and each time there is an issue. Every single time - they mess up. And it's always the office staff.
It’s either they tell you the technician is coming out at 9am - and then they say oh no, we actually meant 9-11 and then they
Over priced. Office staff is awful.
First, really really overcharge on everything. You’re better off going anywhere else really. It’s insane the up-charge they charging people especially during a global pandemic. And the people that answer the phones in the office are quite incompetent - I have had this company come out to my condo… now and each time there is an issue. Every single time - they mess up. And it's always the office staff.
It’s either they tell you the technician is coming out at 9am - and then they say oh no, we actually meant 9-11 and then they
Sharon Doyle Ward
Oct 28, 2020
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Alan Rotter
Oct 23, 2020
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