After a day exploring the majestic Fort Custer Recreational Area, comprised of 3,033 acres of lakes and the Kalamazoo River, in Battle Creek, MI, the comforts of home in the heart of Calhoun County await you. To ensure your home is your castle, count on family-owned and -operated Vredevoogd for all your HVAC, plumbing, and generator needs.
With over 60 years of experience, warm summers and winters with multiple days of freezing temperatures are no surprise to Vredevoogd. Our experienced, licensed technicians are ready to provide same-day, 24/7 emergency services to restore your peace of mind.
Don’t wait until something drastic happens — contact the Vredevoogd team today for your home maintenance needs.
24/7 Emergency HVAC Services
There’s never a dull moment with Battle Creek weather. The wear and tear this takes on your home HVAC system means having reliable maintenance services in your back pocket. At Vredevoogd, we’re your one-stop 24/7 emergency shop for:
Heating Services
Don’t let the cold winter winds of Battle Creek sneak up on you — schedule your furnace maintenance before the rush. Our highly trained, trustworthy technicians clean and lubricate your heating system while quickly diagnosing needed heating repairs. If replacement and installation are the next steps, we take the mystery out of choosing the suitable gas or electric furnace, offering a price you can afford.
Air Conditioning Services
No matter the AC brand, our background-checked technicians provide routine AC maintenance to protect the life of your air conditioner, repair coils or cracked hoses for optimal energy efficiency, and, when it’s time to upgrade your cooling system, we’ll provide the best installation and replacement solutions. Ask us about the benefits of a ductless mini-split to keep every room in your home at the perfect temperature.
Air Quality Services
Trust our team to install advanced HVAC filtration technology to combat the spread of allergies, asthma, mold, viruses, and bacteria. In our most brutal winter months, our top-of-the-line Aprilaire humidifiers will help you avoid stagnant, dry, and allergen-filled air.
Join Our Comfort Club Today
With routine preventative maintenance, your HVAC system lasts longer and saves money. That’s why Vredevoogd offers our Comfort Club membership. Join today for biannual tune-ups, discounted service repairs, priority appointment scheduling, and much more!
Quality Plumbing Services
Vredevoogd’s insured, customer-focused professionals will explain every step of the repair, maintenance, or installation process, including replacing and updating pipes and fixtures, installing water heaters, cleaning drain and sewer lines, and ensuring your home is flood-free with superior sump pump servicing.
Professional Generator Services
As a community partner in Battle Creek, we know the challenges an ever-changing climate throws at us during months of volatile weather. Having a generator in top-notch shape provides unprecedented peace of mind for your health and the safety of your home. At Vredevoogd, we offer generator repair, ensuring you won’t be caught with a generator that doesn’t start.
Choose Vredevoogd for HVAC, Plumbing & Generator Services in Battle Creek
Our certified technicians have served Battle Creek and Western Michigan for decades and provide reliable, friendly, customer-centered solutions. Whether you’re ready to update your historic home with new plumbing fixtures or preparing for another wild West Michigan winter with the peace of mind a generator can bring, we look forward to providing innovative, 100% guaranteed service.
For fast, affordable service that’s catered to your home maintenance needs, book your appointment with Vredevoogd today.
Recent Jobs and Reviews in Battle Creek, MI
Job Locations and Reviews
Completed annual cooling maintenance on EnergiAir system under warranty. Performed comprehensive inspection of HVAC equipment, condensate pump assembly, and associated piping including PVC drainage lines and refrigerant lines with insulation. All components found operating within normal parameters, system tuned and ready for cooling season.
Completed comprehensive super tune-up service on 30-year-old air conditioning system. Removed heavy accumulation of organic debris, dried leaves, grass clippings, and plant material from evaporator coil and condenser unit exterior, restored proper airflow to heat exchanger components, and verified system operational performance.
Provided estimate for water heater replacement in residential basement utility area. Assessed existing white cylindrical water heater with connected flue piping and adjacent HVAC ductwork system. Documented current equipment specifications and installation configuration for replacement proposal.
Completed drain repipe installation in residential basement utility area. Installed new PVC drainage piping throughout the basement space, routing lines along ceiling joists and coordinating with existing electrical wiring, HVAC ductwork, and insulation. Verified proper drainage flow and tested all connections to ensure leak-free operation serving the bathroom facilities above.
Completed annual cooling maintenance on 21-year-old Bryant air conditioning system. Performed comprehensive tune-up including inspection of outdoor condenser unit where damaged grille section with tape repair was documented, condenser coils assessed and found in acceptable condition, and interior components including refrigerant lines, PVC drainage system, and electrical connections were inspected and verified operational.
Responded to no hot water complaint on 8-year-old Bradford White Defender Safety System water heater. Upon inspection, diagnosed failed gas control valve preventing burner ignition. Replaced gas control valve, tested unit operation, verified proper ignition sequence and flame characteristics. Unit restored to full heating capacity with all safety systems functioning correctly.
Conducted on-site evaluation for whole-home generator installation at 45-year-old single family residence. Assessed existing 200-amp electrical service with Milbank Type 1A meter enclosure and main distribution panel located in basement utility area. Documented current electrical infrastructure including circuit breaker configuration, service entrance wiring, and available space for transfer switch installation. Photographed meter base with digital Consumers Energy meter and existing panel with adequate clearance for generator tie-in. Evaluated basement access, panel capacity, and electrical load requirements to develop comprehensive installation estimate. Provided customer with detailed quote for generator system including equipment specifications, transfer switch requirements, and installation scope.
Conducted comprehensive plumbing assessment for residential property experiencing weak water pressure throughout the house, with specific evaluation of two bathroom sinks and kitchen fixtures. Provided estimate for toilet installation in basement area and addressed additional plumbing concerns in the lower level utility space. Documented existing mechanical systems, exposed piping infrastructure including PVC and metal supply lines, and crawl space conditions with vapor barrier present for project planning purposes.
Completed annual cooling maintenance on 3-year-old Carrier unit under warranty through September 2027. Inspected system components, verified proper operation, and documented existing vintage thermostat and electric baseboard heating system with photos for service records.
# CP-Cooling Problem Resolution Responded to no airflow complaint with unit frozen over. Upon arrival, found evaporator coil completely iced, restricting all airflow to living space. Verified blower motor operation and measured amp draw at 0.67A and 0.10A under different conditions using digital meter, confirming motor functionality within acceptable range. Identified frozen coil as primary issue preventing air circulation. Shut down system to allow complete defrost of evaporator coil. Inspected air filter, ductwork accessibility, and blower compartment for restrictions or maintenance concerns. Monitored system components during diagnostic process to determine root cause of freeze condition. Documented equipment readings and conditions with photos for service records. Unit is 0 years old Carrier model with warranty expiration July 2027. Advised on proper system operation and maintenance to prevent future freeze-ups.
Completed annual cooling maintenance and tune-up on EnergiAir system per manufacturer specifications. Inspected condensate pump assembly, verified proper drainage operation, and documented mechanical equipment condition with photographs. All components tested and operating within normal parameters.
Completed annual cooling maintenance on 9-year-old Trane system. Performed standard inspection of unit components, verified system operation, and documented equipment condition with photos. System operating within normal parameters with contract maintenance due in 2026.
# No Cool Service Call Responded to service call for air conditioning unit not turning on. Upon arrival, inspected 9-year-old system and associated components. Evaluated condensate pump assembly located in basement utility area, which showed signs of operational issues. Pump unit was positioned on collection reservoir with discharge piping and electrical connections visible. Assessed power supply, pump functionality, and drainage system to determine cause of AC system failure. Documented equipment condition and installation setup with photographs for service records. Condensate pump malfunction was identified as primary factor preventing air conditioning operation, as safety switch likely triggered shutdown to prevent water damage from backup.
Relocated and installed shower valve assembly in bathroom with decorative tile work. Accessed plumbing through wall cavity, repositioned PEX supply lines and valve body, then mounted chrome shower valve with escutcheon plate on white subway tile section below mosaic glass tile accent band. Secured all connections and restored wall access point.
Responded to no-heat complaint on 15-year-old AO Smith water heater. Upon inspection, documented existing installation including copper supply lines, proper venting through exterior wall, and drain pan placement. Unit showed signs of age-related wear consistent with end of typical service life for residential water heaters.
# CP-Cooling Problem Resolution Responded to service call for air conditioning unit experiencing intermittent operation - system would run and produce cold air before shutting down unexpectedly. Upon arrival, performed comprehensive electrical diagnostics using digital multimeter to identify the root cause of the premature shutdown. Conducted amperage measurements on the compressor circuit, which revealed a reading of 22.2 amps during operation. Further electrical testing indicated abnormal readings displayed as "E.E.E" on the meter, suggesting an electrical fault condition within the system. Inspected all wire connections, including multi-phase power wiring (green, red, blue, and black conductors) connected to the compressor motor assembly. Verified integrity of capacitor and associated electrical components within the control circuit. Diagnosed issue as electrical fault causing safety shutdown of the system. Addressed the problem by correcting the electrical anomaly, ensuring all
Returned to property to retrieve water testing kit as requested. Kit was successfully picked up and documented with photos for service records.
Successfully removed the existing kitchen faucet and installed a customer-supplied touchless faucet unit in the kitchen sink area. Disconnected water supply lines, removed old mounting hardware, and prepared the mounting surface on the butcher block countertop. Installed the new touchless faucet with chrome finish and pull-down spray head, ensuring proper alignment and secure mounting through the existing sink deck holes. Connected hot and cold water supply lines, installed the electronic sensor components and battery pack per manufacturer specifications, and tested all functions including touchless activation, manual lever operation, and spray modes. Verified no leaks at connections, confirmed proper water flow and temperature control, and ensured the touchless sensor responded correctly to hand proximity. System is fully operational with no issues noted.
Completed annual cooling maintenance on residential HVAC system. Performed comprehensive tune-up inspection of air conditioning equipment, including examination of refrigerant lines, condensate drain trap assembly, and evaporator coil. Inspected copper refrigerant lines, electrical connections, and white PVC condensate drainage system for proper operation. Examined evaporator coil fins and noted minor dust accumulation between fin surfaces. Verified proper condensate trap installation and drainage function. Documented equipment condition with photographs showing furnace/air handler unit, refrigerant piping, and coil condition. System operational and ready for cooling season. Enrolled customer in club membership program covering furnace, air conditioning, and humidifier equipment for ongoing maintenance coverage.
Completed whole home water repipe installation over two-day period, replacing existing plumbing supply lines throughout the residence. Installed new PVC supply piping in attic space, properly secured to structural framing with mounting clips, and upgraded mechanical room plumbing infrastructure including connections to water heater and pressure tank systems. All new piping was professionally routed, secured to code specifications, and tested for proper operation upon completion.