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 full air conditioning system replacement including outdoor condenser unit installed on concrete pad with proper refrigerant line connections and condensate drainage via white PVC piping. Indoor installation included Goodman furnace with integrated air handler, vertical condensate drain line, and all necessary ductwork connections. System was properly commissioned, tested for operational efficiency, and all components verified for proper function with financing documentation processed through electronic signature platform.
Completed comprehensive AC tune-up service on outdoor condensing unit of unknown age and brand. Performed thorough inspection of system components, cleaned heavily soiled electronic control board showing significant dirt and debris accumulation with white residue buildup, and verified proper operation of all accessible components including fan motor and condenser coil. Unit operational upon completion with all safety checks passed.
Completed add-on air conditioning system installation to existing forced-air heating system. Installed outdoor condensing unit on concrete pad with proper clearances from building exterior and electrical disconnect. Ran refrigerant lines from outdoor unit through building envelope to basement mechanical room. Integrated evaporator coil with existing furnace and connected to supply ductwork. Installed necessary electrical connections, tested system operation, and verified proper airflow and refrigerant charge levels.
Completed full air conditioning system replacement and installation in residential basement location. New HVAC unit installed with proper venting system including white PVC piping with multiple connections and drainage components, secured with metal support brackets. All ductwork connected to existing infrastructure, system tested and operational, financing documentation processed and secured through Michigan Saves program.
Completed annual cooling maintenance on 7-year-old Payne air conditioning system. Unit exterior compartment was found heavily contaminated with organic debris including leaves, twigs, and plant matter that had accumulated throughout the mechanical section and around electrical components. Performed thorough cleaning of condenser compartment, removing all organic debris from around compressor, electrical controls, and wiring connections. Cleaned condensate drain pan which showed signs of dust accumulation. Inspected all electrical connections and wiring for damage from debris exposure - all connections found secure despite contamination. Verified proper operation of compressor and electrical components following cleaning. System restored to clean operating condition and tested successfully.
Responded to low water pressure complaint and performed comprehensive diagnostic evaluation of residential hydronic heating system and domestic water supply. Upon inspection, identified and assessed circulator pump operation, pressure reducing valve assembly, zone valves, expansion tank, and system pressure gauge mounted on basement mechanical room wall. Verified proper function of all heating system components including boiler unit, copper distribution piping, isolation valves, and circulation equipment. Documented existing system configuration with photos showing complete installation layout and component arrangement for service records.
Completed annual cooling maintenance on residential air conditioning system. Performed comprehensive inspection of outdoor condenser unit, which showed signs of dirt accumulation and cobwebbing on cooling fins, and indoor HVAC components including ductwork and associated mechanical systems. Unit identified with equipment tag #3G329603. Verified proper operation of all system components, inspected refrigerant lines, electrical connections, and ductwork integrity. System operational at time of departure with vegetation noted around outdoor unit base.
Completed annual cooling system tune-up and maintenance inspection on EnergiAir unit. Performed comprehensive evaluation of condensate pump motor and drainage system, verified proper operation of all electrical connections and wiring, and confirmed PVC discharge line functionality. All components operating within normal parameters with no issues identified.
Provided project estimate for sump pump installation in residential property. Additionally assessed bathroom vanity faucet with significant rust corrosion on fixtures and basin, documenting existing plumbing configuration including P-trap assembly and under-sink connections for repair recommendations.
Completed annual cooling maintenance on 15-year-old Goodman HVAC system. Inspected air handler with 20x25x4 MERV 13 filter, verified proper airflow direction, checked all electrical connections, and tested system operation. Documented equipment condition with photographs showing furnace, air handler, and associated plumbing components all functioning within normal parameters.
Completed annual cooling maintenance on 8-year-old Carrier air conditioning system. Performed comprehensive tune-up including refrigerant level verification, electrical component inspection, condensate drain line check, and airflow assessment. System operating within normal parameters with no deficiencies identified at time of service.
Completed comprehensive furnace tune-up with expanded evaluation of air conditioning system and thermostat per customer request. Performed full system diagnostics on heating and cooling equipment, identifying flame sensor requiring cleaning or replacement and burner assembly showing signs of oxidation and wear. Removed and inspected flame sensor rod assembly with ceramic insulator, finding carbon buildup affecting proper flame detection. Extracted and examined five-port burner manifold assembly, noting corrosion on burner heads that could impact combustion efficiency and flame pattern. Cleaned all burner ports and flame sensor to restore proper operation. Verified gas pressure, ignition sequence, and flame characteristics across all burner heads. Tested thermostat communication with HVAC system to ensure proper heating and cooling calls. Evaluated air handler operation and airflow throughout system. Inspected condensate drainage, electrical connections, and safety controls. System rest
Completed annual cooling maintenance on 3-year-old Trane system with customer reporting inadequate cooling performance. Performed comprehensive system inspection including outdoor unit refrigerant lines, electrical connections, and indoor condensate management components. Identified damaged electrical wiring at outdoor unit with compromised insulation exposing conductors, presenting potential safety hazard and contributing to performance issues. Inspected condensate pump assembly and drainage system at indoor air handler, verifying proper operation and clearance. Checked refrigerant line insulation integrity and connections. System evaluated for cooling capacity and operational efficiency to address reported inadequate temperature control concerns.
Completed full HVAC system replacement in basement utility area, installing new Direct Comfort furnace and evaporator coil assembly. Mounted both units on platform base, established proper condensate drainage with white PVC piping routed from equipment, and verified all electrical connections and refrigerant lines between outdoor condensing unit and indoor coil. System startup performed with all safety labels and operational documentation affixed to equipment per manufacturer specifications.
Responded to new AC installation reporting beeping error code and "Call for Service" message upon first startup. Inspected outdoor unit refrigerant line connections and indoor air handler components. Found condensate drain system and refrigerant lines properly installed with appropriate insulation and mounting. Verified all mechanical connections secure and properly sealed. System operational issue resolved, unit tested and confirmed cooling cycle functioning normally without error codes.
Responded to service call for newly installed generator that would not operate in automatic mode. Diagnosed and resolved control circuit issues preventing automatic transfer switch operation. Successfully installed and configured load shedding relay for air conditioning unit to manage electrical loads during generator operation. Tested system functionality in both manual and automatic modes to verify proper operation. Generator now runs in auto mode as designed and load management system is fully operational.
Successfully installed a 14KW standby generator with 150A automatic transfer switch at residential property. Coordinated utility disconnect and reconnect services to safely complete electrical connections, obtained and passed electrical permit inspection, and completed all required municipal permitting requirements. Generator unit was positioned on concrete pad in exterior utility area alongside existing HVAC equipment, with proper clearances maintained for ventilation and service access. Installed all necessary fuel lines, electrical conduit, and transfer switch wiring per manufacturer specifications and local electrical code. System was tested for proper operation including automatic transfer functionality and verified all connections were secure and weatherproof.
Responded to no-cooling call and found system completely inoperative. Upon inspection, discovered primary drain line completely blocked, causing safety float switch to trip and disable unit operation. Cleared blockage from condensate drain, verified proper drainage flow, tested float switch functionality, and restored system to normal cooling operation.
Responded to no heat call for residential furnace system approximately 3 years old. Upon arrival, performed diagnostic inspection of grey metal furnace unit and associated components including flexible aluminum ductwork, PVC condensate drain lines, and venting system. Verified all safety labels and warning stickers present on equipment cabinet. Documented system installation configuration with photos showing furnace positioning, duct connections, drainage piping with elbows running vertically and horizontally, electrical wiring, and support brackets mounted to wall structure in basement utility space.
Completed annual cooling system maintenance and inspection on EnergiAir unit under warranty through 08-2027. Performed comprehensive tune-up including system diagnostics, verified proper operation of all components, and tested condensate drainage system in mechanical space. All equipment operating within normal parameters with monitoring device confirming system functionality.