Hudson’s housing market looks very different from many communities across western Wisconsin. Near Historic Downtown Hudson, the Octagon House Museum, and the St. Croix River, you’ll find homes that have stood for generations. Travel toward County Road F, County Road A, Heritage Greens, or the Troy Burne area, and you’ll see neighborhoods built within the last two decades featuring advanced Air Conditioning and Heating systems, smart home technology, and increasingly sophisticated electrical infrastructure.
That variety creates very different service needs from one property to the next. On any given day, our technicians may be servicing a boiler in an older riverfront home, installing a whole-home generator in a newer subdivision, or helping a homeowner improve humidity control in a house overlooking the St. Croix Valley. Understanding how Hudson has grown allows us to make recommendations that fit the specific home rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution.
When homeowners in Hudson call about cooling problems, temperature is often only part of the story. Humidity plays a major role in how comfortable a home feels, particularly for properties located closer to the St. Croix River, North Hudson, and other lower river valley areas. Even when temperatures remain reasonable, excess moisture can leave a home feeling uncomfortable and force air conditioning systems to work harder than necessary.
Many homeowners assume they need a larger air conditioner when the real issue is humidity management, airflow design, or aging equipment that is no longer operating efficiently. We regularly help homeowners improve comfort while reducing energy usage by addressing the actual cause of the problem.
Whether your air conditioner struggles to keep up, certain rooms stay warmer than others, or humidity becomes a constant frustration, our team can help identify the right solution.
Hudson homeowners deal with two very different air quality challenges throughout the year. During the summer, humidity can make homes feel damp and uncomfortable. During the winter, months of furnace operation can leave indoor air excessively dry, affecting comfort throughout the home.
Many homeowners are surprised by how much indoor air quality impacts their day-to-day comfort. Dust buildup, inconsistent humidity levels, pet dander, and poor airflow often contribute to issues that homeowners mistakenly blame on their heating or cooling equipment.
The right combination of filtration and humidity control can improve comfort, protect furnishings, and help AC and Heating equipment perform more efficiently throughout the year.
Anyone who has spent a winter in Hudson understands how quickly conditions can change. One week may bring relatively mild temperatures, while the next delivers subzero wind chills and significant snowfall. Those rapid weather swings place tremendous stress on heating equipment and expose weaknesses that may have gone unnoticed earlier in the season.
For many Hudson residents, reliability is just as important as efficiency. A large percentage of local homeowners commute daily along Interstate 94 into Minneapolis or St. Paul. Nobody wants to return home after a long day to discover the furnace stopped working hours earlier. That is why preventative maintenance and proactive system upgrades remain such a priority throughout the area.
Whether you’re maintaining an existing system or evaluating replacement options before winter arrives, we can help you make a confident long-term decision.
Hudson’s continued growth has created increasing demand for electrical upgrades. Newer homes often include electric vehicles, home offices, smart home systems, advanced Heating and Air Conditioning equipment, and entertainment systems that place greater demands on electrical infrastructure than homes built decades ago.
We continue to see strong demand for panel upgrades, backup generators, surge protection, and EV charger installations throughout neighborhoods like Willow River, Troy Burne, Stone Pine, and newer developments along County Road F. Many homeowners are choosing to make these upgrades proactively rather than waiting for electrical limitations to become major problems.
Whether you’re planning future upgrades or dealing with an existing electrical concern, our team can help ensure your system is ready for today’s demands.
Many Hudson homes feature finished basements, updated living spaces, and valuable personal property that can be vulnerable to water damage. Between spring storms, heavy rainfall, frozen pipes, aging water heaters, and sump pump failures, plumbing issues can become expensive very quickly if not addressed promptly.
We regularly help homeowners protect their homes through preventative plumbing improvements, water quality upgrades, and fast repairs when problems occur. Whether you’re in a newer development or an older home near downtown, protecting your plumbing system helps protect the value of your property.
From water heater replacements and filtration systems to emergency leak repairs and sump pump installations, we help homeowners prevent small problems from becoming major repairs.
Hurlburt Heating & Plumbing has completed 20 jobs in Hudson, WI between January 2026 and February 2026.
The most recent job was on February 3, 2026.
Responded to service call for toilet leakage causing water damage to living room ceiling. Diagnosed a defective wax ring and overflow situation from upstairs bathroom. Removed toilet, replaced wax ring and angle stop valve, then reinstalled and tested toilet to ensure proper function and no further leakage.
Responded to water leak in basement mechanical room where 3/4" copper pipe was leaking at two 90-degree fittings. Replaced damaged sections of copper piping and installed new angle stop valve for humidifier to completely resolve the leak issue.
Successfully installed customer-supplied kitchen faucet with pull-out spray nozzle on a double-basin stainless steel sink. Installation was completed within the 2-hour timeframe and did not require any additional drilling or modifications to the existing setup.
Responded to intermittent heating complaint on furnace with history of previous repairs including gas valve replacement. Diagnosed tripped system caused by plugged condensate drain hose from collector box, which resulted in pressure switch failure. Cleaned condensate drain hose, restoring proper system operation and heat.
Diagnosed and repaired exterior leaking hose bibb that lacked a dedicated shut-off valve, requiring whole-house water interruption for service. Installed new hose bibb and added dedicated shut-off valve to facilitate future maintenance without disrupting household water supply.
Responded to service call for a slow drip leak in a Roman tub faucet. Diagnosed issue with deteriorated cartridges. Successfully replaced both hot and cold cartridges in the matte black fixture, eliminating the leak and restoring proper function.
Responded to no-heat call for Trane 80% efficiency system. Diagnosed intermittent heating failure where exhaust fan would operate but burners wouldn't ignite. Visual inspection revealed abnormal white spot on igniter and suspected intermittent gas valve failure. System fired multiple times during testing with no issues observed. Customer advised of findings and potential future component replacement needs.
Diagnosed and repaired shower head leak by replacing faulty Moen cartridge in bathroom tub/shower fixture. Restored proper functionality to the shower system, eliminating persistent dripping issue.
Diagnosed dishwasher drainage issue and identified failed pump as the root cause. Inspected interior components and determined pump replacement is necessary. Provided customer with estimate for complete dishwasher replacement as the most cost-effective solution.
Completed annual plumbing inspection of the property. Examined bathroom fixtures including sink, faucet, and drainage components. Also inspected PVC piping system mounted on support boards in utility area. All plumbing systems appear to be in good working condition with no issues identified.
Responded to service call for non-functioning Aprilaire humidifier. Inspection revealed severely clogged humidifier pad causing water leakage due to improper drainage. Replaced the #35 filter, then test operated the system for 20 minutes. Humidifier now functioning properly with no leakage issues.
Responded to no heat call for mini split system. Attempted to install replacement control board but discovered incorrect part was supplied. Took detailed photos of the circuit board and submitted new parts order for the correct control board to restore system operation.
Completed installation of a frost-proof hose bibb with new 1/2" PEX tubing on exterior of home, connecting it to the existing 3/4" hose bibb supply line from irrigation meter. This addressed an omission from previous whole-home repipe project, successfully completing all aspects of the comprehensive plumbing system upgrade.
Successfully installed customer-supplied kitchen faucet and completed a PVC drain rebuild with new P-trap assembly in double basin stainless steel sink. Verified proper operation with no leaks in all connections and ensured smooth drainage through the newly installed plumbing components.
Successfully installed two ADA compliant, white, elongated toilets in the master bathroom and one standard elongated toilet on the first floor bathroom. Verified proper function and water flow of all units after installation.
Responded to service call for five non-operational rooftop units. Diagnosed multiple issues including aged equipment requiring replacement on three units, a faulty VFD drive on a newly installed unit, and restored operation to one unit by replacing a defective Trane zone sensor. Identified shorted thermostat wire on Lennox unit caused by improper curb adapter installation and communicated findings to facility manager.
Located and repaired burst copper water line behind drywall that fed exterior hose bibb. Created access panel in wall, removed damaged section of pipe, and installed new copper pipe with replacement hose bibb. Ensured proper connection and tested for leaks before completion.
Successfully replaced the humidifier solenoid valve, restoring proper water flow to the system. Verified functionality after installation by confirming water was pumping correctly through the humidifier. Total repair time was approximately one hour.
Performed $49 tune-up maintenance on 2-year-old HVAC system. Inspected and verified clean air filters with proper installation. System is operating efficiently with no issues identified. Discussed filter maintenance recommendations with homeowner and provided information about Family Rewards program.
Responded to recall service for insufficient hot water temperature after recent check valve installation on recirculation line. Diagnosed faulty mixing valve in IBC boiler system with tanked water heater setup. Provided customer with replacement options for the mixing valve to resolve the lukewarm water issue.
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