Wayzata may be compact, but the homes are anything but uniform. You have older residential streets near downtown, extensively remodeled properties, and newer construction around the Lake Minnetonka area. A 1920s house a few blocks off Lake Street and a new build on the water can sit half a mile apart and have nothing in common mechanically. That variety makes HVAC work more about understanding the house than simply identifying the age of the equipment.
Older properties can have tight mechanical spaces, limited ductwork, or rooms that were added long after the original system was installed. Plenty of them heat with a boiler and radiators, and we work on those all the time, from a zone that won’t warm up to a full boiler replacement. With no ductwork for central air, these are also the homes where ductless cooling makes the most sense, since it goes in without opening up finished walls. Newer and remodeled homes may have zoning, smart controls, high-efficiency equipment, or multiple comfort systems working together. Larger homes near the lake often run two or three systems at once, so when one room is uncomfortable, the first job is working out which piece of equipment is behind it. We service furnaces, air conditioners, boilers, heat pumps, and ductless systems with those differences in mind. We also offer camera inspections of the furnace heat exchanger during your annual maintenance, done by technicians who are certified and trained annually, and when a system has reached the end of its life we’ll walk you through replacement options sized for how the house is built and used.
Water Heaters, Plumbing, and Electrical Service in Burnsville
Repairs and Upgrades for Busy Homes
A Burnsville plumbing call may start with a slow drain, leaking pipe, water heater problem, or sump pump that is not keeping up. A finished basement raises the stakes on that last one, since a pump that quits during a heavy rain can ruin carpet and drywall in an afternoon. We also handle piping, fixtures, water treatment, and other plumbing repairs that affect how the whole house functions. Water heaters are one of our most common calls, and we repair what’s worth repairing and replace the unit when it isn’t. If a drain keeps backing up no matter how many times it has been snaked, the trouble is usually farther down in the main sewer line. We run a camera through the line first so you can see what’s going on down there, whether that’s roots, grease, or a broken section of pipe. From there we can hydrojet it clean, or reline or repair it with trenchless equipment so the yard and driveway stay put. For hard water, we install softeners, iron-clad filters, and reverse osmosis systems. Electrical needs have changed significantly in established homes. Added appliances, finished spaces, EV chargers, generators, and home offices can all increase the load on existing circuits. Lights that dim when the AC kicks on, outlets that feel warm, and a breaker you’ve reset more than once this month are all worth a call. We handle electrical repairs, panel work, wiring, outlets, switches, and new dedicated circuits for modern equipment. We get plenty of requests for the extras as well: a heater so the garage is usable in January, lighting along the front walk and driveway, or a whole home generator that keeps the furnace and sump pump running when the power goes out. If your smoke and CO detectors are the old battery kind, we can swap them for hardwired units that meet current code. Hurlburt is here to help for all your electrical needs.
Home Service That Understands Wayzata
Historic Lakeside Character Meets Modern Homes Wayzata’s lakefront, downtown, and residential streets have grown together over many years. That means renovations are common, and those renovations often leave behind several generations of plumbing, wiring, and mechanical work. A remodeled home may look completely modern on the surface while still having older systems in certain sections. Newer properties bring a different set of demands, including EV charging, backup power, specialty appliances, and more advanced comfort controls. We trace how the systems were actually put together before making recommendations.
Air Conditioner Service to Stay Cool All Summer Long
Forget sweating it out during the muggy summer months! Hurlburt HVAC technicians provide you with the best air conditioner service around. Whether you have an old AC unit that needs cleaning or want to learn more about ductless mini-split systems, we’ll be there for you every step of the way.
Plumbing issues in Wayzata often require a little more investigation when previous renovations have changed the layout. A leak, drain problem, or water heater issue may connect to piping that has been rerouted or partially replaced over the years.
Water heaters are a big part of our work here. We repair and replace gas and electric units, and we size a new one for the house as it is today. A tank that was fine before the extra bathroom and soaking tub went in often can’t keep up now. If yours is past the ten-year mark, leaking at the base, making popping noises, or running out halfway through a shower, have us look at it before it picks its own time to quit.
Main sewer lines deserve the same attention. The mature trees on Wayzata’s older streets are hard on sewer pipe, and roots will find any joint or crack they can. Many lots also have a long run from the house to the street. We start with a camera inspection so you can see the problem yourself, then clear the line with hydrojetting or fix it with trenchless repair or relining. That matters a lot when the pipe runs under a paver driveway, a stone wall, or landscaping you’ve spent years on.
Electrical work follows a similar pattern. Some homes need panel or wiring updates, while others need dedicated circuits for new appliances, EV chargers, generators, or remodeled spaces. We handle both sides, from troubleshooting older systems to adding capacity for newer ones.
Whole home generators come up a lot around the lake. Summer storms take down trees and power lines, and when the power goes out, the sump pump stops, the boiler or furnace won’t fire, and the fridge and freezer start to warm up. A standby generator sits outside, runs on natural gas or propane, and starts by itself within seconds of an outage, whether you’re home or out of town. We size the unit to the house, install the transfer switch, and handle the electrical and gas connections.
“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!"