Since 1959 Hurlburt, we make it our mission to keep your home comfortable and protected.
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Few communities in western Wisconsin combine as many different housing styles and homeowner needs as River Falls. The city continues to grow rapidly while maintaining its strong connection to UWRF, local agriculture, and the outdoor lifestyle that makes the Kinnickinnic River Valley such a desirable place to live. That means our technicians regularly work in everything from historic homes and student rentals to executive homes, townhomes, and rural properties throughout Pierce County.
Locals simply call it “The Kinni,” and while the Kinnickinnic River is one of River Falls’ most recognizable landmarks, it also contributes to humidity levels that can make homes uncomfortable during the summer. We regularly help homeowners throughout neighborhoods like South Fork, Whitetail Ridge, and areas near Glen Park solve issues involving humidity, airflow, and aging cooling systems that struggle to keep pace with Wisconsin’s hot and humid weather.
Heat pumps can be a great alternative to traditional air conditioners. Like an AC, they can be paired with a forced-air furnace or air handler. Heat pumps look a lot like traditional air conditioning units but they work a bit differently.
Like a traditional air conditioner, they use the refrigeration cycle to provide cool air in your home. However, these units can use the refrigeration cycle to provide heat as well. To simplify it, they basically run in reverse. The refrigeration cycle allows the heat pump or AC to absorb heat and move it from one area to another. On cooling mode, the unit absorbs the heat from inside your home and releases it outside. On heating mode, it finds heat in the ambient outdoor air and moves it inside to heat your home. While that might not seem like something that can work in our harsh, Wisconsin winters, heat pumps use technology that allow them to work in subzero temperatures.
On heating mode, heat pumps are more efficient than electric and gas-fired furnaces. This is because they don’t have to “create” heat but rather move it from one area to another. Many people who use heat pumps chose them for this reason. Higher energy efficiency means lower operating costs.
Important note for heat pump installations: if you plan to rely on your heat pump for home heating, you must choose a unit that is rated for low temperatures. There are many varieties of heat pumps. The ones that work great in Florida do not work well here. We can use heat pumps efficiently in Wisconsin but you have to have the right one!
Whether you’re dealing with uneven temperatures, rising energy bills, or an older AC system, our team can help improve comfort and efficiency throughout your home.
Why Landlords, Families, and Acreage Owners Need Different Heating SolutionsRiver Falls is one of the few markets where we might service a student rental near UWRF, a family home in Sterling Ponds, and a rural acreage outside town all in the same day. Each property has different heating demands, which is why there is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to furnaces, Boilers, Heat Pumps, and Geothermal Systems. Long Wisconsin winters make reliability and efficiency important for every homeowner, regardless of where they live.
Whether you’re maintaining a rental property, upgrading a family home, or improving efficiency on a rural property, we can help you find the right solution.
As River Falls continues to grow, more homeowners are paying attention to indoor air quality. Seasonal allergies, dust, dry winter air, summer humidity, and pet dander all affect comfort inside the home. We frequently help families throughout Highview Meadows, South Fork, and other growing neighborhoods improve indoor comfort through better filtration and humidity control.
The right air quality strategy can improve comfort throughout every season while helping your Heating and A/C system operate more efficiently.
River Falls continues to attract homeowners who are investing in electric vehicles, home offices, smart home technology, backup generators, and upgraded Heating and Air Conditioning systems. As a result, we are seeing strong demand for electrical improvements throughout both newer subdivisions and rural properties where reliability and backup power have become increasingly important.
Whether you’re upgrading a panel, preparing for an EV charger, or installing a generator, our team can help ensure your home’s electrical system is ready for future demands.
From historic homes near downtown to newer developments along County Road FF, plumbing systems throughout River Falls face challenges ranging from frozen pipes and leaking water heaters to hard water and sump pump concerns. We help homeowners protect their homes from costly water damage while improving reliability, efficiency, and water quality.
Whether you’re dealing with a plumbing emergency or planning a preventative upgrade, our team is ready to help.
River Falls is one of the most diverse service markets we work in. Few communities combine university housing, growing subdivisions, rural acreages, Twin Cities commuters, and long-established neighborhoods all within the same market. That variety keeps our technicians working throughout the area every day.
Hurlburt is proud to support the River Falls community through our partnership with UW–River Falls Athletics, including sponsorship of the new softball field. We believe in investing in the communities we serve and building long-term relationships with homeowners throughout the Kinnickinnic River Valley.
Whether you’re attending River Falls Days, Bacon Bash, River Dazzle, or cheering on the UWRF Falcons, you’ve likely seen a Hurlburt truck somewhere around town.
Logan P checked out my garbage disposal, found the Allen wrench, made an adjustment and it worked. He was knowledgeable, polite, and not in a hurry. He’s a fine technician and I’d get him again.
Both team members were great and friendly. They explained everything they were doing and kept me up to date. Doug was very good.
First time customer. Requested both furnace and AC be checked and cleaned. Trevor showed up on time, was quick even in the rain, and explained everything fully. Would definitely recommend Hurlburt and Trevor.
From charming homes near downtown to student rentals by UWRF, growing neighborhoods like Sterling Ponds and Whitetail Ridge, and rural properties beyond city limits, every River Falls home has its own needs. Each property comes with different systems, layouts, and challenges, and Hurlburt brings the experience and local insight to handle them all with confidence and care.
Responded to service call for kitchen sink drainage issue. Upon inspection, discovered ice formation in drain line causing the clog. Recommended placing a space heater under the cabinet to thaw the frozen section and advised customer to contact professional steam service if not resolved within 24 hours.
Performed furnace tune-up on unknown age FRP unit. System was overheating on high limit with red flames indicating combustion issues. Adjusted gas pressure, replaced filter, and noted absence of fresh air intake which could improve combustion efficiency. Inspected ecobee thermostat that was displaying calibration errors and sending error notifications to customer.
Responded to service call for kitchen sink clogged drain causing water to back up under sink when garbage disposal activated. Diagnosed significant grease buildup in the drain system. Successfully cleared blockage using drain snake, restoring proper drainage and eliminating backup issues.
Performed scheduled bi-annual maintenance on 24-year-old Lennox high-efficiency furnace. Replaced air filter and conducted comprehensive inspection, noting some spots on heat exchanger that are not penetrating at this time. System appears operational with recent draft motor replacement from previous year.
Diagnosed system with insufficient heating and poor airflow caused by severely clogged evaporator coil. Performed thorough cleaning of evaporator coil mounted above furnace to restore proper airflow. Conducted comprehensive furnace inspection with heat exchanger integrity check, followed by successful test run confirming restored heating performance and proper system operation.
Responded to no heat complaint on 21-year-old Lennox furnace (CM: 2025). Customer had previously cleared exhaust blockage which restored system operation. Inspected control board indicator lights (2 amber, 1 green) confirming normal operation status. Observed significant ice buildup on outdoor unit and drainage pipe. No additional repairs needed as system was functioning properly at time of service.
Responded to service call for leaking exterior hose bibb causing ice formation along foundation despite closed interior valve. Diagnosed faulty hose bibb as source of the leak. Replaced defective hose bibb to eliminate water leakage and prevent further ice accumulation and potential foundation damage.
Diagnosed system showing pressure switch code on 2-year-old Lennox furnace that was cycling briefly before shutting down. Inspection revealed frozen exhaust venting on rooftop as root cause. Successfully thawed ice blockage in vent pipe, drained the venting system, and verified proper system operation through multiple test cycles.
Diagnosed Lennox furnace with intermittent heating failure due to pressure switch tripping. Determined the unit was not properly pitched, causing condensate drainage issues that blocked the pressure switch hose during extended operation. Attempted to adjust pitch but could only correct side-to-side alignment; recommended installation crew return with appropriate tools to properly pitch the furnace forward to ensure proper condensate drainage.
Responded to service call for boiler making popping noises during operation. Diagnostic inspection revealed sediment buildup in heat exchanger, likely caused by hard water and lack of system flushing maintenance. Discussed remediation options with homeowner including system flush service. Recommended complete boiler tune-up to ensure optimal performance. Homeowner will review estimate and confirm service decision.
Responded to service call for completely clogged toilet that was unresponsive to plunging attempts. After assessment, advised customer of snaking procedure required to clear blockage, but customer elected to attempt clearing the clog independently due to cost considerations.
Responded to service call for a 15-year-old Trane 80% furnace experiencing intermittent burner shutdown with 2-blink code (excessive ignition attempts). Performed comprehensive diagnostic inspection including heat exchanger, combustion system, ignition components, and filter; furnace operated normally during visit with no observable issues. Second service company to evaluate with same findings.
Responded to warranty call for laundry drain backing up. Diagnosed clog in 3" drain under concrete. Issue requires specialized equipment beyond scope; referred customer to drain cleaning company. If problem persists after professional drain cleaning, recommendation is to replace old cast iron piping.
Diagnosed 5-year-old furnace failing to produce heat due to a faulty igniter that was not functioning during startup sequence. Further inspection revealed significant deterioration of the secondary heat exchanger with multiple pinholes present, rendering the unit unsafe for continued operation. Customer was shown the damaged components and elected to seek additional quotes for furnace replacement.
Replaced non-connecting Honeywell Pro Series thermostat with new unit after troubleshooting connection issues. Successfully established internet connectivity, allowing customer to control heating system via mobile device as requested. System now functioning properly with heat cycling as intended.
Responded to no heat call for 1-year-old natural gas furnace. Diagnosed limit switch fault code; found limit switch stuck open despite cool system. Observed heat exchanger was in good condition, but discovered Merv 13 filter clogged with white residue from ultrasonic humidifier. Replaced faulty limit sensor and air filter, restoring normal operation. Advised customer about humidifier options and recommended using distilled water if continuing ultrasonic humidifier use.
Diagnosed and serviced 10+ year old Westinghouse furnace (Model M3RI 060A AW) with intermittent no-heat condition. Found completely plugged condensate drain causing water backup into collector box and inducer motor, which triggered the inducer motor limit to shut down system operation. Cleared blocked drain line to restore proper drainage. Inspection revealed advanced rust on heat exchanger, leaking collector box, and corroded burners causing inconsistent ignition across all burners. System is operational after service but showing significant age-related deterioration.
Responded to no-heat call for wall-mounted garage heater that was previously serviced. Diagnosed system, which fired up and operated normally during 20-minute test run. Performed preventative maintenance including cleaning flame sensor and igniter. Verified proper gas pressure and confirmed all electrical components and settings were functioning correctly. Unit now operating as designed with customer instructed to monitor and report if issue recurs.
Responded to service call for clogged laundry drain. Diagnosed complete blockage in drainage line causing standing water. Successfully cleared obstruction using mechanical drain machine, restoring proper flow through the aging pipe system which showed signs of mineral buildup and corrosion at connection points.
Responded to service call for 4-year-old furnace with water leakage causing minor rust on panel. Diagnostic inspection revealed faulty condensate drain fittings. Performed necessary repairs by cutting out compromised fittings and installing new properly secured PVC connections. Verified system operation post-repair with no further leakage observed.
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