Furnace Installation in Shorewood, WI

Installing a new furnace is one of the most important home investments a Shorewood homeowner can make. The right system — properly sized and correctly installed — will keep your family warm through Wisconsin's coldest winters for the next 15–20 years. Burkhardt Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric has been installing furnaces in Shorewood homes for over 60 years, and our NATE-certified crews bring both the technical skill and local knowledge your installation requires.

Shorewood's pre-war Tudors, colonials, and brick bungalows along E. Capitol Drive and N. Oakland Avenue — over 54% of Shorewood homes were built before 1939 present installation challenges that generic HVAC contractors may not anticipate. Original knob-and-tube wiring and 60-amp panels in the oldest homes complicate any HVAC install — Burkhardt's electricians and HVAC techs coordinate these upgrades together. Before recommending any equipment, Burkhardt performs a full heat-loss calculation on your home and evaluates your existing duct system, flue configuration, gas line capacity, and electrical service. This upfront assessment ensures your new furnace performs as designed from day one.

One of wisconsin's most densely developed villages, with an exceptionally old housing stock along the milwaukee river and n. oakland avenue corridor, steam and hot-water radiator systems in pre-war homes lack ductwork, making AC retrofits and forced-air upgrades a specialized job. We install furnaces from Lennox, Carrier, Trane, and Rheem across a full range of efficiencies — from standard 80% AFUE units where venting constraints require it, to high-efficiency 96–98% AFUE two-stage and variable-speed modulating systems that cut heating bills and dramatically improve comfort. In homes without existing ductwork, we also design and install new duct systems or recommend ductless solutions.

Every Burkhardt furnace installation includes a combustion analysis at startup, a carbon monoxide safety check, a complete walkthrough of your system's operation and maintenance schedule, and our standard labor warranty. GreenSky financing with low promotional rates is available to make your new system affordable today. Call 414-206-3049 to schedule your free in-home estimate in Shorewood.

How long does a furnace installation take in a Shorewood home?

Most furnace replacements — removing the old unit, installing the new one, updating flue and gas connections, and completing startup checks — take one full business day. Installations that require new ductwork, electrical upgrades, or venting modifications may take two days. We schedule around your availability and leave your home clean when we're done.

What AFUE rating should I choose for a new furnace in Wisconsin?

For most Wisconsin homes, a high-efficiency 96% AFUE or better two-stage or variable-speed furnace pays for itself within a few years through reduced gas bills. In homes where PVC condensate venting is difficult — certain older homes with specific flue configurations — an 80% AFUE unit may be more practical. Burkhardt's comfort advisors will walk you through the options and calculate estimated payback for your specific home.

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