If you need an electrical, plumbing, and HVAC company in Cottage Grove, MN, Hurlburt is the one to trust. Our family business has served this region for over 65 years. We’re a people-driven company that does right by our customers and employees. As a homeowner, count on us for the routine care that helps you prevent expensive repairs. We’re also here to help you upgrade your home and make wise investments in it.
Contact Hurlburt at your convenience to learn more about our plumbing, electrical, and HVAC company serving Cottage Grove.
Heating for the Coldest Winters
Our heating technicians help Cottage Grove homeowners configure heating systems that meet their household’s unique needs. We also maintain them in tip-top condition through our expert maintenance and repair services.
Heating Repair: Our team completes heating repairs so you can rely on us throughout the winter and beyond. That includes cleaning combustion equipment, rebuilding blowers, and calibrating thermostats.
Heating Installation: Condensing furnaces and boilers are an excellent way to lower your home’s gas consumption. Other technologies to explore include smart thermostats, variable-speed blowers, hybrid heating, and solar-assisted heating.
Heating Maintenance: Ensure your family remains safe and comfortable this winter with a fall heating checkup. As a rewards member, you’ll get that tune-up along with many other perks.
Whether you’re north near Highlands Park or south by the Gray Cloud Dunes area, we’ll help keep your home cool. Our team specializes in air conditioners, heat pumps, mini-splits, and much more.
Cooling Services We Offer Include:
Cooling Repair: Even minor cooling malfunctions can cause your energy bill to increase significantly. Our technicians correct issues like uneven cooling, short cycling, and hard starting.
Cooling Installation: Ductless mini-splits are often a versatile cooling option for older homes without ductwork. For homes with ducts, we’ll often recommend a high-SEER and whisper-quiet central AC.
Cooling Maintenance: Avoid common AC repairs and lower your cooling costs with a spring cooling tune-up. Better yet, take advantage of our Hurlburt Family Rewards program for even bigger savings and many other perks.
Local Plumber for Your Home
When you choose us, you’re getting a plumber who understands the unique challenges you face. Our team handles everything from small repairs to big remodels.
Plumbing Repair: The water quality in this region can be hard on your plumbing and cause significant deterioration. Our plumbers diagnose and fix issues like localized and widespread low water pressure. We can also repair faucets, toilets, water heaters, valves, and many other plumbing components.
Plumbing Installation: A whole-house water softener is one of the best ways to protect plumbing systems in the region. You can lower household costs with a new water heater that uses less fuel or electricity. Our plumbers can also help you use less water with touchless faucets, high-efficiency toilets, and low-flow showerheads.
Upgrade Your Home’s Electrical System
Ask one of our electricians to perform a comprehensive evaluation of your home’s electrical system. From there, you can explore code, repairs, upgrades, and other enhancements.
Keep Your Home Powered Through:
Electrical Repair: Unattended electrical problems in a home can drive up your costs and increase the risk of fires and other hazards. Our electricians can diagnose and correct the most difficult electrical challenges. That includes problems with wiring, lighting, circuit breakers, and outlets.
Electrical Installation: Bring your home into the future with a modern electrical panel, including the latest features like surge protection. Homeowners can also enjoy great peace of mind with a whole-house generator. The next time a winter storm knocks the lights out, your generator will deliver the power you need.
Services South of Saint Paul
Most residential properties in the “Original” Grove have natural gas access. That makes gas furnaces and boilers popular home-heating options on both sides of Great River Road. When upgrading, we encourage area homeowners to consider high-efficiency boilers and furnaces along with programmable and smart thermostats. The reduced fuel consumption can be considerable. For more substantial energy savings, customers can explore dual-fuel heat pumps or grid-based and stand-alone solar-powered add-ons for their heating.
The average water hardness in Cottage Grove is high at around 17 grains per gallon. That’s due to our proximity to the Mississippi River. If you’re unsure what your water hardness is, our technicians can test it for you. You can then explore the solutions we offer if needed. For many area homes, a water softener can save big money over the years. It can do that by protecting your pipes, fixtures, water heater, and other water-using appliances.
Some of the homes in the region, including the John P. Furber house, date back to the 1800s. It’s not unusual to find older electrical systems no longer up to code. Our team encourages all area homeowners to schedule regular electrical inspections. Even many newer homes in town don’t have whole-house surge protection. For older homes, we can upgrade the electrical panel, add GFCI and AFCI protection, and add lighting and outlets.
Our Team Provides Home Services Throughout and Beyond Washington County:
Old Cottage Grove
Eastridge Woods
Pine Glen
And more!
Local Cottage Grove HVAC Company
Hurlburt has been a family-owned and -operated plumbing, electrical, and HVAC contractor since 1959. Each plumber, electrician, and technician on our staff is highly skilled. We offer year-round availability. Our company is a Lennox Centurion Award winner, and we can install and service all brands and models.
We’re an Energy Efficiency Trade Ally Excellence Award winner. We offer specials, a rewards club, and financing on approved credit for installations. We also back all our services with a 12-month, 100% parts and labor warranty. That approach has earned us an A+ BBB rating and more than 6,000 five-star reviews online.
Hurlburt is the premier plumbing, electrical, and HVAC company serving Cottage Grove homeowners. Call today or contact us online to schedule a service appointment or an in-home consultation.
Recent Jobs and Reviews in Cottage Grove, MN
Job Locations and Reviews
Xavier C.Checked in
Diagnosed 22-year-old Carrier furnace with no heat issue caused by tripped high limit switch due to restrictive filter and potentially high gas pressure. Determined high limit switch is not resetting; ordered replacement part with 1-7 day lead time and scheduled return visit to replace high limit switch, calibrate gas pressure, and install less restrictive filter to resolve overheating condition.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Craig M.Checked in
Diagnosed furnace failing to enter second stage heating despite proper dip switch settings. Identified faulty circuit board not sending second stage signals. Replaced circuit board to restore proper furnace staging operation.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Charles P.Checked in
Performed inspection of two existing electric water heaters (50-gallon units from 2003 and 2007) that were not heating properly. Determined units require replacement rather than repair. Discussed consolidation options with customer, recommending replacement with a single larger capacity unit (75-80 gallon). Provided replacement estimate for new water heater installation.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Gary L.Checked in
Diagnosed and resolved no heat issue on 23-year-old Goodman 80% furnace. Inspection revealed draft motor was sticking, causing pressure switch failure and system shutdown. Replaced draft motor, which restored proper system operation and heat function. Visual inspection also noted dust accumulation on blower wheel and discoloration on control board that may require future attention.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Roger M.Checked in
Performed scheduled furnace tune-up on 2-year-old unit. Inspected electrical components and connections, verified proper wiring integrity. Examined heat exchanger coils which were found in good condition with no signs of damage or buildup. System operating within normal parameters, no issues detected.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Jon W.Checked in
Responded to customer complaint of banging/bumping sounds from ductwork during heating cycle and issues with humidifier. Inspected Aprilaire 500 Series whole-home humidifier, found cracked tubing and plugged drain line causing leakage. Replaced humidifier tubing and water panel (pad). Unable to identify source of noise potentially coming from ducts despite thorough inspection.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Xavier C.Checked in
Performed furnace inspection on system of unknown age. Identified small crack in heat exchanger and reconnected condensate line that was leaking into cabinet. Conducted electrical diagnostics with clamp meter, measuring 0.77A draw. Customer plans to save through membership program for future system upgrade.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Charles P.Checked in
Responded to service call for clogged kitchen sink that was operating normally for a few minutes before drainage stopped. Diagnosed slow drainage issue; inspected garbage disposal unit and PVC drain assembly including P-trap. System was cleared and proper drainage function restored.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Roger M.Checked in
Responded to no heat complaint on 6-year-old furnace blowing cold air. Inspection revealed dirty filter and mouse infestation in unit. Replaced filter to restore proper airflow and heat output. Documented electrical panel condition for reference.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Jeremy N.Checked in
Repaired frozen/burst water supply lines in bathroom with minimal heat. Installed multiple ball valves at strategic points to allow for isolation of this section of the plumbing system, preventing future damage during cold periods when the bathroom isn't in use.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Jon W.Checked in
Performed standard furnace tune-up and maintenance inspection. Identified failing flame sensor during diagnostic evaluation and replaced component to restore proper system operation and prevent potential ignition failures.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Moe R.Checked in
Responded to no-heat service call for a 10-year-old Burnham boiler system. Upon inspection and testing, confirmed all components were functioning properly with no operational issues found. Systematically verified proper thermostat communication, zone valve operation, and appropriate boiler firing sequence. System pressure readings were within normal parameters and all zones were heating correctly after activation.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Charles P.Checked in
Performed comprehensive assessment of 14-year-old leaking A.O. Smith gas water heater for replacement. Evaluated household hot water demands (3 residents with frequent simultaneous usage and extended showers) to determine appropriate sizing for recommended tankless solution. Discussed various options including Rheem Prestige series with built-in recirculation capability and potential addition of outdoor hot water spigot. Documented existing gas line configuration and mechanical room layout for proper installation planning.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Charles P.Checked in
Conducted comprehensive plumbing inspection of residential property. Verified water heater installation in utility area with proper copper and PVC connections. All plumbing systems found to be in good working condition with no issues requiring repair.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Tim M.Checked in
Diagnosed Rheem Performance Platinum electric water heater displaying a 12-4 error code indicating lower element failure. Determined that the lower element resistor had failed while the heating element itself was still functional. Replaced faulty resistor component to restore proper operation of the water heater system.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Moe R.Checked in
Conducted comprehensive tune-up inspection on 15-year-old Goodman furnace. Diagnostic testing revealed weakening blower capacitor, draft motor capacitor, and flame sensor; additionally observed dirty blower wheel and temperature stress on heat exchanger (no cracks or holes present). All other components, including igniter, motor amp draws, and combustion analysis, tested within manufacturer specifications. Customer informed of findings and maintenance options for landlord's consideration.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Roger M.Checked in
Performed diagnostics on 8-9 year old furnace reporting no heat output despite thermostat set to 75°F with actual temperature reading 59°F. Discovered multiple closed supply vents restricting proper airflow. Opened all vents to restore proper system airflow and circulation. System now operating within normal parameters and producing appropriate heat.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Roger M.Checked in
Inspected furnace exhaust system in response to customer complaint of gurgling sounds. Identified water accumulation in the exhaust pipe and inducer assembly. Corrected the issue by draining collected water and adjusting the exhaust pipe pitch to ensure proper condensate flow and prevent future water buildup.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Moe R.Checked in
Diagnosed 25-year-old Trane gas furnace with no heat and burning odor. Found seized blower motor and identified multiple cracks in the heat exchanger via inspection camera. Although cracks were not severe enough to require immediate system shutdown, advised customer of potential carbon monoxide hazard and scheduled follow-up consultation to discuss replacement options.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Koshoua V.Checked in
Completed furnace tune-up maintenance per annual service agreement. Performed comprehensive system inspection including gas pressure verification, heat exchanger examination, and carbon monoxide testing with all readings within normal parameters. Cleaned flame sensor, burners, and orifice; inspected supply/return vents. Noted potential heat loss issues due to 16+ foot ceilings and undersized system (50,000 BTU for 2,600 sq.ft home). Recommended dehumidifier installation to improve comfort on basement level.
“Mark was very pleasant to work with! He was on time and took care of my plumbing needs efficiently and effectively. I would definitely use him again for any plumbing issues I may have. I have been using Hurlburt for all of my heating, plumbing, and electrical needs and have always been satisfied!”
Alison A.
“Great service! Professionals starting from the first person I spoke to on the phone and finalizing with the person who finished the installation and cleaned up after. Staff explained everything well. Highly recommended!!!”
Jessica F.
"Outstanding service as always! Hurlburt goes above and beyond for their customers. We got scheduled right away, and Shawn did a great job. I will continue to use these guys for everything!!!"
Nicole T.
"Our technician Mike was just awesome. Took the time to show me what he was doing and explained why he was doing it. Gave me an honest evaluation of my situation. You can’t go wrong with Hurlburt and the work ethics of the employees."
Jean C.
Trevor came to service our AC unit. Very happy with his work. Trevor was friendly and knowledgeable, and got our issue fixed quickly. Hurlburt Heating and Plumbing is a great company to work with."
Debbie L.
"Hurlburt has helped us out with both plumbing and HVAC services in the past and have always done a great job. All their technicians, especially Mark, have been kind, professional, and quick with service!"
