Heating and Air Conditioning in Milwaukee, WI

HVAC Repair & Installation in Milwaukee, WI

Burkhardt has been Milwaukee’s trusted HVAC company since 1961 — 60+ years of installing, repairing, and maintaining furnaces, air conditioners, boilers, and heat pumps across every neighborhood in the city. Bay View bungalows, Riverwest duplexes, downtown high-rises, mid-century homes in Sherman Park and Washington Heights, new construction in the Third Ward — our technicians know Milwaukee’s housing stock because we’ve been working in it for decades.

Every technician is NATE-certified, EPA 608-certified for refrigerant handling, and holds a current Wisconsin HVAC license. Every truck rolls with parts for every major brand — Carrier, Lennox, Trane, Bryant, Goodman, York, American Standard, Rheem, Amana, Mitsubishi — so most repairs finish in one visit. We also service older equipment other companies won’t touch: Burnham, Weil-McLain, and Utica boilers, cast-iron radiator systems, and 20+ year-old furnaces still doing their job.

Same-day service is available on most repair calls when you reach us before 2 PM. Our emergency line answers 24/7/365 with a live dispatcher — not voicemail — and we dispatch a technician within 60 minutes for no-heat and no-AC emergencies, including nights, weekends, and holidays. We tell you the after-hours dispatch fee before we roll a truck. Flat-rate pricing on every repair, so you know the total before we start work.

Call Burkhardt at 414-206-3049 for HVAC service in Milwaukee — or request service online anytime.

Your Reliable Partner for HVAC Repair in Milwaukee

Milwaukee homeowners have called Burkhardt for HVAC repair since 1961. Over 2,100 five-star reviews from families in Milwaukee County, Waukesha County, Ozaukee County, and Washington County. We show up on time, diagnose the actual problem (not just the symptom), and quote a flat-rate price before we start work. If we can’t solve it in one visit — which is rare — we’re back the next day at no extra dispatch charge.

What Milwaukee homeowners get with a Burkhardt HVAC repair:

• Flat-rate pricing before we start. $89–$129 diagnostic (credited back if you proceed with the repair). Typical repair range: $150–$850 depending on the issue. No surprise line items.
• Parts for every major brand on the truck. Capacitors, ignitors, flame sensors, blower motors, contactors, thermostats, condenser fan motors, drain floats — most Milwaukee repairs finish in one visit because we don’t leave to source parts.
• NATE-certified technicians, EPA 608 refrigerant certified. Every tech carries current Wisconsin HVAC licensing, is background-checked, and drug-tested annually.
• 1-year warranty on every repair. If a repaired part fails within 12 months, we replace it at no cost. Labor included.
• Same-day dispatch. Call before 2 PM on a weekday and we’re typically at your home before dinner. Emergency dispatch within 60 minutes, 24/7.

For HVAC repair in Milwaukee, we’re the crew Milwaukee families have trusted for three generations. Call 414-206-3049 or schedule online.

Custom HVAC Installations Tailored for Milwaukee Homes and Businesses

Milwaukee has some of the most varied housing stock in the Midwest — from 1890s Cream City brick two-flats to 2020s new-construction subdivisions. That mix is why HVAC installations here can’t be one-size-fits-all. We size every system based on a proper Manual J load calculation, not square-footage guesses. An undersized system runs constantly and dies early; an oversized system short-cycles and never dehumidifies properly — especially rough in Milwaukee’s humid summers off the lake.

What we install in Milwaukee homes:

• High-efficiency gas furnaces (95%+ AFUE). Carrier, Lennox, Trane, Bryant, Rheem, Goodman, York, American Standard. Typical range for a standard Milwaukee home: $4,500–$8,500 installed with a 10-year parts warranty.
• Central air conditioning. Standard 3-ton install for a typical Milwaukee home: $4,800–$9,500 including any needed line-set work. SEER2 ratings that meet current Wisconsin efficiency codes.
• Heat pumps. The smart choice for many Milwaukee homes — heats and cools with one unit, qualifies for federal Inflation Reduction Act tax credits (up to $2,000) and Wisconsin Focus on Energy rebates ($200–$2,000). We handle the rebate paperwork.
• Dual-fuel systems. Heat pump paired with a gas furnace backup for the coldest Wisconsin nights. Often the most cost-effective long-term solution for Milwaukee’s climate.
• Ductless mini-splits. Certified installers for Mitsubishi and Fujitsu. The right answer for older Milwaukee homes without ductwork, converted attics, and additions.
• Smart thermostats. Ecobee, Honeywell T-series, and Nest — wired to work with two-stage and variable-speed equipment (not just basic single-stage).

Financing available: 0% APR for 12–18 months on qualifying installations with approved credit. Longer-term financing up to 84 months. Application takes about 5 minutes online with an instant decision for most homeowners.

Rapid Repairs to Restore Comfort Instantly

Milwaukee weather doesn’t wait — a furnace that quits at midnight in January or an AC that fails during a July heat wave is an emergency, and we treat it like one. Our techs carry parts for every major brand on their trucks so most Milwaukee repair calls finish in one visit.

Common HVAC issues we resolve in Milwaukee daily:

• No heat / no AC / no cold air. Ignition failures, tripped safety switches, thermostat wiring issues, blower motor failures, capacitor and contactor problems, refrigerant leaks. Most diagnosed within the first 20 minutes on-site.
• Short cycling and inconsistent temperatures. Usually a thermostat, oversized system, clogged filter, or ductwork issue — each has a different fix. We diagnose the actual cause instead of throwing parts at it.
• Frozen evaporator coil. Common in older Milwaukee homes with restricted airflow or low refrigerant. We’ll thaw the coil properly (don’t just run the fan — you can damage the compressor) and find the underlying cause.
• High energy bills. When the utility bill spikes 40–60% without a rate change, the system is usually working harder than it should. Common causes in Milwaukee homes: dirty coils, low refrigerant, failing capacitors, or ductwork leakage in unconditioned attic space.
• Weird noises. Screeching (belt), grinding (motor bearings), banging (loose blower wheel), clicking (ignitor or relay), gurgling (refrigerant flow). Each sound points to a specific issue — we don’t guess.
• Water leaks around the furnace or air handler. Nine times out of ten it’s a clogged condensate drain (common in Milwaukee’s humid summers). We flush the drain, check the float switch, and inspect the pan for cracks.

Fast response, honest diagnosis, flat-rate quotes before we start. That’s the Burkhardt standard for HVAC repair in Milwaukee.

AC Maintenance and Service for Long-Lasting Performance

The #1 reason HVAC systems fail early isn’t age or brand — it’s skipped maintenance. Milwaukee homes run their HVAC harder than most because we swing from -10°F winter mornings to 90°F summer afternoons. Systems that get regular maintenance last 3–5 years longer than industry averages and are roughly half as likely to fail unexpectedly.

Twice-yearly is the standard: a spring tune-up for your AC (April–May) and a fall tune-up for your furnace (September–October). Our Signature Club membership at $19.95/month includes both annual tune-ups, priority dispatch on any repair call, 15% off repairs, and no overtime fees on after-hours service. Most Milwaukee members save more than the annual membership on their first repair.

What’s actually in a Burkhardt tune-up (not just a wipe-down and a checklist):

• Refrigerant charge verified against manufacturer’s pressure-temperature chart, not just “feels right” by gauges.
• Amperage draws on compressor, blower motor, and condenser fan — catches weak capacitors and motor bearings before they fail.
• Static pressure measurement on the duct system — especially important in older Milwaukee homes with undersized returns.
• Combustion analysis on gas furnaces (CO readings, flame integrity) — safety-critical work most competitors skip.
• Condensate drain flush and float-switch test — the #1 preventable summer no-cool call.
• Electrical connection torque check on all contactors, disconnects, and terminal blocks.
• Full filter replacement (standard 1-inch included; upgraded filters at cost).

Milwaukee Indoor Air Quality Solutions for Healthier Living

Milwaukee homes deal with everything from lakefront humidity swings to radon in basements to pet dander trapped in carpets during our long winters. Indoor air quality directly affects allergies, sleep, and how well the whole HVAC system runs. Poor IAQ makes the AC work harder and drives up utility bills.

IAQ solutions we install in Milwaukee homes:

• Whole-home humidifiers and dehumidifiers. Balanced humidity (30–50%) reduces static shocks in winter, prevents mold in summer, protects wood floors and furniture, and helps the AC run more efficiently.
• HEPA filtration and MERV 13+ media filters. Captures pollen, pet dander, dust, and most airborne particles. Especially important for Milwaukee homes with allergies or asthma.
• UV lights. Installed on the coil and in the plenum to kill mold, bacteria, and viruses before they circulate.
• Fresh-air ventilation (ERV/HRV). The right answer for Milwaukee’s tightly-sealed newer homes that trap stale air. Recovers heat/cooling energy from the exhausted air.
• Whole-home air purifiers. Active systems (like REME HALO) that neutralize contaminants throughout the home, not just at the filter.

We start every IAQ project with an assessment — particulate readings, humidity measurements, and CO/CO2 checks — so the solution matches the actual problem. If your home doesn’t need an IAQ upgrade, we’ll tell you. This isn’t an upsell category for us.

24/7 Emergency HVAC Services in Milwaukee

Real HVAC emergencies don’t happen during business hours. Furnaces quit at 2 AM in January. AC compressors fail on the hottest Saturday of July. Our emergency line answers 24/7/365 with a live dispatcher, not voicemail. When you call, we get your address and route the nearest available Burkhardt technician to your home — typically within 60 minutes.

• Live dispatcher 24/7/365. Nights, weekends, holidays. Every call answered by a real person who can dispatch a truck.
• 60-minute response target. For no-heat, no-AC, gas leak, and burst-pipe emergencies across Milwaukee County and the immediate suburbs.
• Upfront emergency fee. After-hours dispatch fees apply, and we tell you the total before we roll a truck. No surprise emergency charges added to the bill after the fact.
• Fully-stocked emergency trucks. Common failure parts (ignitors, capacitors, contactors, blower motors, thermostats) on every truck so we can typically fix the issue on the first visit, even at 2 AM.

Save our number: 414-206-3049. Program it in now so it’s ready when you need it.

Your Comfort is Our Priority — Call Burkhardt Today

Ready to schedule HVAC service in Milwaukee? Whether you need a same-day repair, an installation quote, a maintenance plan enrollment, or 24/7 emergency dispatch, Burkhardt is Milwaukee’s trusted HVAC company since 1961. Over 2,100 five-star reviews, NATE-certified technicians, upfront flat-rate pricing, and financing available with approved credit.

Call 414-206-3049 or request service online. Same-day service on most repair calls when you reach us before 2 PM. Emergency dispatch 24/7.