About Us
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Location
We are proud to offer service in and around the following communities:
- Libertyville
- North Shore Suburbs
- Northwest Suburbs
- Chicago Gold Coast & Near North
History
Thornton Heating Service, Inc. opened its doors in 1959 to serve the needs of Chicago’s North Shore communities by installing and repairing hot water and steam heating systems. Over the years, we have grown to become a trusted HVAC services company offering a wide variety of name brand products and highly skilled services for heating, cooling, comfort and safety across the North and Northwest Suburban area. Under continuous ownership of the Starck family since 1974, we remain focused on the customer by providing them with superior design, installation and service capabilities.
Our Qualifications
We are heating and cooling Professionals! We maintain a high level of quality among our staff. All of our installers and technicians are trained on a regular, on-going basis. We, and they, are certified by the following industry organizations:
INDEPENDENT TRANE COMFORT SPECIALIST™ DEALER
The Trane Comfort Specialist™ certification means we are of the highest standing, and committed to being the best in every aspect of our business, from installation and service, to customer satisfaction and employee training.
Not every dealer qualifies as a Trane Comfort Specialist™, but rather only those that meet Trane’s stringent standards and demonstrate a commitment to customer satisfaction and continuing education. We are committed to training to keep up to date with Trane’s latest technology, ensuring that you receive a system that is designed to achieve maximum efficiency, reliability and comfort – and a system that delivers the efficiency its ratings promise and you expect.
NATE
North American Technician Excellence (NATE) is an independent, third-party organization that develops and promotes excellence in the installation and service of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment by recognizing high-quality industry technicians through voluntary testing and certification. Our technicians have passed the rigorous testing necessary to qualify as NATE Certified Technicians.
ACCA
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The Air Conditioning Contractor's Association of America is the heating and cooling industry's leading trade organization. ACCA members adhere to a standard of ethical best practices that is your assurance of quality and professionalism. Thornton Heating Service, Inc. is an active member in good standing with ACCA.
BBB
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) system in the U.S. extends across the nation; coast-to-coast, and in Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico. Since the founding of the first BBB in 1912, the BBB system has proven that the majority of marketplace problems can be solved fairly through the use of voluntary self-regulation and consumer education.
Meet Our Team
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Owner
Fred Starck |
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Fred took over ownership of Thornton Heating in 1974. He has 40 Years of experience in all types of heating, air conditioning and Ventilation. He will put that experience to work for you. |
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Energy Consultant Brian Starck |
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With his extensive training and years of experience in service and equipment installation, he is here to work with you to design your energy efficient Thornton Heating Total Comfort system. Call Brian to schedule your free energy consultation. |
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General Manager
Tom Starck Manages our service department and also our annual preventative maintenance service, The Guardian Home Comfort Protection Program exclusive to Thornton Heating Service. Ask Tom how you can save 10% on maintenance and repairs. |
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Customer Care Specialist
Pat Kowalski The "voice" of Thornton Heating Service. She is here to schedule your service and installation appointments. Ask Pat about our 6 day in-home service. |
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Accounting Manager
Sharen Starck Manages the accounting department. She takes great pride in maintaining our customers accounts accurately. |
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Office Manager
Vikki Hill Among her many duties, she manages our company and social websites, the Trane Extended Warranty Program and marketing and promotions. |
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Our Professional Service and Installation Crew |
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Nick Starck
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Pat Calahan
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Mike Piedja |  |
Brett Glomp
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Mitch Westfall
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Bo Talarczyk |
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Rickey Babian
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