Commercial HVAC Services in Southeastern Wisconsin

Southeastern Wisconsin's commercial real estate market — from the dense retail corridors of Milwaukee and West Allis to the growing strip malls and mixed-use developments in Waukesha and Brookfield — demands reliable, efficient HVAC systems that can handle Wisconsin's wide seasonal temperature swings without disrupting business operations. Burkhardt Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric has delivered commercial HVAC solutions to light commercial customers across the region for over 60 years, with the expertise and licensing to handle everything from a single-tenant restaurant to a multi-suite strip mall or small office building.

Rooftop Units (RTUs)

Packaged rooftop units are the backbone of light commercial HVAC in Southeastern Wisconsin. They're space-efficient, easy to service without entering the building, and available in capacities sized for virtually any retail, restaurant, or office footprint. Burkhardt technicians install, replace, and maintain rooftop units from leading commercial manufacturers, and we handle the structural coordination, curbing, electrical connections, and ductwork transitions that a proper RTU installation requires. We also offer preventive maintenance agreements that include seasonal tune-ups, coil cleanings, filter changes, and belt inspections to keep your unit running through the heating and cooling seasons.

Multi-Zone and VRF Systems

For buildings with multiple tenant spaces or varying occupancy patterns — think a small office building where some suites run 9–5 and others have evening hours — multi-zone systems allow independent temperature control in each zone without the energy waste of conditioning unoccupied areas. Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology takes this further, delivering precise, quiet comfort with exceptional energy efficiency. Burkhardt designs and installs multi-zone and VRF systems for light commercial applications throughout the Milwaukee metro area.

Restaurant and Food Service Ventilation

Restaurants and commercial kitchens have HVAC demands unlike any other commercial space. Makeup air units must balance the exhaust from commercial hood systems to maintain proper building pressure, prevent back-drafting, and keep the dining room comfortable for guests. Burkhardt works with restaurant owners and property managers to design and install commercial kitchen ventilation systems that meet Wisconsin code requirements and the practical demands of a working kitchen.

Strip Mall and Retail HVAC

Strip malls and inline retail spaces throughout Southeastern Wisconsin rely on Burkhardt for both new system installations and replacement of aging units. Whether you manage a single storefront or a multi-tenant strip center, we provide fast turnaround on equipment replacements to minimize business disruption, and our preventive maintenance agreements help property managers plan HVAC expenses predictably instead of dealing with emergency failures.

Property Management HVAC Services

Burkhardt is a trusted HVAC partner for property managers across Southeastern Wisconsin. We provide priority service scheduling, detailed service reports for your records, and maintenance contracts that cover multiple properties under a single agreement. Our technicians are NATE-certified and fully licensed in Wisconsin, and we carry commercial general liability insurance. Whether you manage a portfolio of strip centers, small office buildings, or mixed-use retail and residential properties, Burkhardt has the capacity and experience to keep your HVAC systems running.

Call Burkhardt at 414-206-3049 to discuss your commercial HVAC needs, request a site assessment, or inquire about a preventive maintenance agreement. We offer 24/7 emergency service for commercial clients.

Frequently Asked Questions – Commercial HVAC

Do you service commercial HVAC equipment from all manufacturers?

Yes. Burkhardt's commercial HVAC technicians are trained to service equipment from all major commercial manufacturers, including Carrier, Trane, Lennox, York, Daikin, and others. We stock commonly needed parts for the most popular commercial units in our service area, which helps reduce downtime when a repair is needed.

Can you handle HVAC for a new tenant build-out?

Absolutely. Burkhardt works with commercial landlords, general contractors, and tenants on build-out projects throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. We can design and install new ductwork, extend existing systems to new spaces, add supplemental units, or install entirely new equipment depending on the scope of the project. We coordinate with your general contractor and can provide load calculations and equipment specifications for permit applications.