Could Ductless Heating Be Beneficial to My Home?

Posted on April 29, 2024 by Boelcke Heating & AC

When your home isn’t as comfortable as you’d like, it can be frustrating. Many homeowners have central heating for their homes but sometimes find that it doesn’t provide the comfort they need. Maybe they’ve added to their home over the years, or have converted previously unused spaces into living areas. Or, they live in an older home and notice some areas simply don’t seem to heat as well as others.

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Fortunately, there is a solution when it comes to targeted heating for your home that doesn’t involve obtrusive and inefficient space heating. That solution is ductless heating. Ductless heating systems can provide better home comfort and are highly efficient. Because they’re generally mounted high on a wall or ceiling, they won’t take up valuable living space and are whisper-quiet, so all you and your family will notice is better comfort.

5 Different Ways Ductless Heating Could Benefit Your Home

Not sure if you and your family could benefit from ductless heating? Here are a few different applications in which ductless heating can improve comfort in all the living spaces in your home:

Additions: If you have an added space that doesn’t have access to your home’s ductwork, a ductless system can help. Ductless heating can help keep an addition, finished basement, or converted space warm without having to use a space heater.
Outer Buildings: Do you have a garage, workshop, or shed outside your home that you’d like to use during the cooler months? There’s no need to give up your hobbies once the snow flies! You can install a ductless unit and enjoy warmth all winter long.
Old Baseboard Heat: If you have an old, inefficient electrical baseboard heating system that you’ve been thinking about replacing, you may want to consider ductless. Most homes with baseboard heat don’t have ductwork, which is not needed with ductless heating systems. And, ductless heating is generally much more efficient than electrical baseboard heat.
Balancing Heating: In some homes, especially older ones, there are areas that are connected to ductwork butt are difficult to heat. A ductless system can provide heat to these areas, making the heating throughout your home more even. What’s more, this can help your central heating system not have to work as hard to heat your home and operate more efficiently.
Remodels: If you’re remodeling a space in your home and don’t want to add to the cost by changing or adding more ductwork, a ductless heating system can be an ideal option. Not to mention, changing or adding to your home’s layout can mean you need a larger furnace, which you won’t have to worry about if you choose ductless for the renovated space.

And, ductless systems can provide year-round comfort.

Most ductless systems use heat pump technology in order to operate. Heat pumps work by extracting the heat in the air from one space and transferring it to another. In the colder months, ductless heat pumps are able to extract heat from the air outside and bring it into your home. In the summer, they can do the exact opposite – extract heat from the indoor air and pump it outside. As a result, your ductless system can provide you with heating in the winter and cooling in the summer, making it a year-round comfort solution.

Can Boelcke help me get ductless for my home?

We sure can! We’re pleased to provide our customers with quality ductless systems that can help them enjoy better home comfort all year long. When you need ductless heating from a qualified specialist, you can trust Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning. We can help meet all your home heating needs, large or small. Simply give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to assist you.

What Type of Heating System is Best for My Home?

Posted on April 29, 2024 by Boelcke Heating & AC

If you’re feeling the chill in your Michigan home this winter and have been considering replacing your old heating system, you may be curious about what options are available. Maybe you have an older furnace or boiler that’s out of warranty. Maybe you have an aging, inefficient electric baseboard heating system and are wondering how to heat your home without ductwork. Fortunately, there are many types of heating systems available.

In this article, we’ll talk about the four main types of heating equipment Boelcke provides, and how each can benefit specific types of heating configurations. Whether you’re looking for a more efficient alternative to an old furnace or boiler or would like to add heat to an addition or converted space without having to use a space heater, we can help. Keep reading to learn more!

Learn more about the four main types of heating systems Boelcke provides.

While there are a number of different types of heating options available, the most common are furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, and ductless heating systems. Learn more about each type of system below:

Furnace: Many homes have centralized heating provided by a furnace. Most furnaces burn a type of fuel, generally either oil or gas. The furnace’s heat exchanger then transfers heat from the furnace’s burner to the air, and blowers and fans distribute the heat throughout the home’s ductwork.
Boiler: Like furnaces, boiler systems generally use oil or gas as their source of fuel. Instead of heating the air, however, boilers heat water. The heated water or steam, depending on the boiler type, is then sent through pipes throughout the home that are connected to radiators in each room. Sometimes, the pipes are under the floor and provide radiant heating in this manner.
Heat Pump: Heat pump systems don’t require fuel to heat the home. Instead, they work by extracting heat from either the outdoor air or the ground and then pump that heat into the home. A centralized heat pump system uses the home’s existing ductwork to deliver the heated air throughout the home. A benefit of a heat pump system is that in the summer months, the process can be reversed to provide cooling to the home.
Ductless Heating: Ductless heating generally uses a heat pump in order to operate, but unlike a centralized heat pump system, it does not require ductwork. Instead, it operates using a single unit installed in a specific area or zone. Ductless heating can be installed throughout a home using multiple units, or just in one area of the home that doesn’t have access to the centralized heating system, such as an addition or converted space. Like heat pumps, ductless heating can be reversed to provide cooling in the summer.

I’m ready to get improved heating for my home. Can Boelcke help?

When you need heating solutions from a qualified specialist, you can trust Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning. We can help meet all your home heating needs, large or small. You’ll be able to take advantage of a complete listing of heating products and services, including energy-efficient heating equipment installation, as well as maintenance and repair. Simply give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to assist you.

At Boelcke, We’re Much More Than Cooling & Heating

Posted on April 29, 2024September 9, 2025 by Boelcke Heating & AC

Customers who trust Boelcke for their home cooling and heating needs know we’re prompt, professional, and reliable. That’s because it is always our top priority to make sure our customers are safe and comfortable. But did you know that we also offer many additional products and services? When we think of home comfort at Boelcke, we know it goes beyond staying warm in the winter and cool in the summer. It’s important to have reliable plumbing, backup power, and clean indoor air, too.

We’re ready to help meet a wide range of your home comfort needs.

Of course, you can always count on us for your cooling and heating repair, maintenance, and installation needs. But we’re also pleased to offer complete plumbing, generator, and indoor air quality solutions as well. Keep reading to learn more about how Boelcke can help meet these needs in your home as well!

Plumbing Products & Services from Boelcke

Whether you need new bathroom or kitchen plumbing installed, your drains cleaned, or repairs on pipes or water mains, Boelcke is ready to help meet the plumbing needs of your home. We also offer products that help improve your home’s water quality, including water softeners and water filters. And, if you need a hot water heater replacement, we provide installation of both tank and tankless water heaters.

We Offer the Generators You Need, Too.

An extended power outage is not only inconvenient, but it can also cause expensive damage to home appliances and costly food spoilage. The best way to weather any storm – and extended outage – is with a quality home generator. At Boelcke, we proudly provide our customers with reliable Honeywell whole-home backup generators, available in many configurations to meet your home, lifestyle, and budgetary needs. Plus, we’ll provide generator maintenance and repair service, so you never have to worry about going without power.

You’ll Breathe Easier with Indoor Air Quality Products from Boelcke

Having fresh, clean indoor air is important for everyone, and is vital for anyone who suffers from allergies, asthma, or other respiratory concerns. Fortunately, there are many indoor air quality products available that can help clean the air in your home. At Boelcke, we offer air sterilization, high-efficiency filters, and UV lights that work to keep particulates and contaminants out of the air in your home. And, if your home’s air is either too damp or too dry, we can help make it just right by installing a dehumidifier or humidifier for you.

And of course, you can always count on Boelcke for your cooling and heating needs.

We’re pleased to offer our customers quality cooling and heating products from trusted brands. Whether you’re looking for a central AC to help you stay cool in the summer, a furnace or boiler to keep you warm in the winter, or a heat pump or ductless system that can help you stay comfortable year-round, Boelcke is ready to meet your needs. Plus, we provide maintenance and repair on all types of HVAC equipment as well, so you can count on us to get the cooling and heating services you need, all year long.

Whether you need HVAC, plumbing, generator, or indoor air quality products and services, you can trust Boelcke. We can help meet all your home comfort needs, large or small. Simply give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to assist you.

How Can a Heat Pump System Benefit My Home?

Posted on April 29, 2024 by Boelcke Heating & AC

If you’ve been considering updating your home comfort system this fall, you should know that there are many different types of equipment to choose from. In most cases, new equipment is much more energy efficient than equipment that is 10 or more years old, including heat pump systems.

Heat pump systems are widely regarded as highly effective and efficient. They’ve been around for some time, but the reason they may feel like a newer type of equipment is that they’ve only become commonly used in the northern part of the U.S. in recent years. Technological improvements have made the heat pump a viable home comfort solution even in colder climates. In this article, we’ll tell you more about heat pumps, the benefits of choosing one for your home, and how Boelcke can help.

5 Benefits of Choosing a Heat Pump System

There are many reasons why choosing a heat pump system for your home is a good idea. Below, learn more about some of the main benefits:

Year-Round Comfort: One of the most exciting benefits for homeowners is the year-round comfort heat pump systems can provide. A singular heat pump system can replace both air conditioning and heating equipment, because during the summer months, they pump heat out of your home, and in the winter extract heat from the outdoor air and bring it inside.
Energy Efficiency: The Department of Energy considers heat pumps to be one of the most energy-efficient home comfort products available. They suggest that a heat pump uses up to 50 percent less energy than electric baseboard heat, and dehumidifies better than standard air conditioning systems, providing you with less energy usage and more cooling comfort during the summer.
Flexible Configurations: Heat pump systems are available in both ducted and ductless models, allowing you to install a heat pump whether you have ductwork in your home or not. Ductless systems can even work as an enhancement to your current HVAC system, helping to provide comfort in rooms or areas outside the home’s duct system (such as additions or converted spaces).
Environmentally Friendly: Heat pump systems do not require fossil fuels to heat your home. As we mentioned above, they instead extract heat from the air (air source heat pumps) or ground (geothermal heat pumps) and pump that heat into your home. And, today’s systems use a type of refrigerant that is much less harmful to the atmosphere than older refrigerants, such as freon.
Available Incentives: Federal and state governments, as well as utility companies, are seeing the benefits of homeowners choosing heat pump systems. As such, there are numerous incentives being offered to help homeowners pay for a new heat pump system for their homes.

How can Boelcke help me with my heat pump needs?

At Boelcke Heating & Air Conditioning, we proudly install, maintain, and repair heat pump systems, so whether you need a brand-new system installed in your home, or help with an existing one, we can assist you. When you need heat pump products and services from a qualified specialist, you can trust Boelcke to provide both quality equipment and professional service. Simply give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to assist you.

Do I Need to Get Heating Maintenance?

Posted on April 29, 2024 by Boelcke Heating & AC

When the fall season arrives, people start to think about the warmth and comfort of their homes. The holiday season is approaching, and that means more time at home with family and friends. You’ll want to make sure your home is a cozy, inviting haven, and one of the best ways to do that is by making sure your heating system is ready to keep your home comfortable, no matter how chilly the temperature gets outside.

However, you might be wondering if getting annual heating maintenance for your furnace, boiler, heat pump, or ductless mini-split heating system is necessary. People often forgo getting heating maintenance, but is it a problem if they do? In this article, we’ll talk about some of the reasons why you shouldn’t skip out on getting your system the maintenance it needs, and how Boelcke can help. Keep reading to learn more!

Five Reasons to Choose Heating Maintenance for Your Home

Heating maintenance is a service that involves inspecting, cleaning, and tuning up the components of your heating system, such as a furnace, a heat pump, or a mini split. It can provide many benefits for your home’s comfort, energy efficiency, and safety. Some of the benefits of heating maintenance are:

Better System Performance: Seasonal maintenance can improve your heating system’s performance and reduce the risk of breakdowns or costly repairs.
Increased System Efficiency: Proper heating maintenance can lower your energy and fuel costs by optimizing your heating system’s efficiency and reducing its workload.
Improved System Lifespan: When you choose maintenance for your heating system, it can extend the lifespan of your furnace, boiler, heat pump, or mini split system, and prevent premature replacement.
Better Indoor Air Quality: Over time, your heating system can collect dirt, dust, and other particulates. Maintenance can help improve your indoor air quality by removing dust, debris, mold, and pollen from your heating system and ensuring your filter is clean.
Home Safety: Nobody wants to think about home safety issues, but heating systems that are left unchecked can develop problems that can make safety a concern. Maintenance can help to ensure your home’s safety by checking for electrical issues, gas leaks, carbon monoxide levels, and other potential hazards.

Therefore, it is recommended that you get heating maintenance at least once a year, preferably before the heating season starts. You can also sign up for a heating maintenance plan or service contract with a reputable HVAC contractor like Boelcke to get regular checkups, seasonal tune-ups, priority service, and other perks.

How can Boelcke help me get the heating maintenance I need?

At Boelcke, we proudly provide a complete listing of heating services for your home, including seasonal maintenance. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive maintenance program that not only ensures that you get the annual maintenance services you need but also helps you save if you need emergency services or repairs. To take advantage of our heating maintenance services, all you need to do is give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to schedule an appointment with you.

I Need New Heating. What Type Should I Get?

Posted on April 29, 2024 by Boelcke Heating & AC

Now that the chillier weather has returned, many people have started to rely on their home heating system to keep them comfortable. If your heating system is older and you notice that you’re not as cozy as you’d like to be, it may be time for new equipment.

Maybe you’ve been considering a new heating system for a while, but you’re not sure what type will best benefit you, your family, and your home. This article explores three different types of heating systems, how they differ from each other, and how Boelcke can help. Keep reading to learn more!

Types of Heating Systems

If you’ve been thinking about replacing your old heating system, you probably have been surfing the web to learn about the types available and which system will be best for your home. At Boelcke, we proudly install furnaces, boilers, and heat pumps.

Furnaces

Most homes in North America use furnaces as their primary source of heat. Furnaces use fuel to effectively heat the air in your home and rely on a system of ductwork to move that heated air into the rooms of your home via registers. Today’s furnaces are much more efficient than those manufactured even 15 years ago – some reaching up to 98 percent efficiency.

Boilers

Boiler heating is the second most popular type of heating system in North America. Unlike a furnace, that moves heated air throughout your home, a boiler system produces radiant heat by moving heated water throughout radiators in the home. Like furnaces, boilers have become much more efficient in recent years, so if you have a 20-year-old boiler in your home, you can likely expect to gain anywhere from 15 to 20 percent in efficiency.

Heat Pumps

While not exactly a new technology, heat pumps have been growing in popularity in the Northern United States in recent years. That’s because technological advances now allow heat pumps to effectively heat a home in much colder climates. Heat pumps are perhaps the most efficient way to heat your home, and are available in both ducted and ductless models, so they work in homes with or without ductwork. As a bonus, they can also be used during the summer months to cool your home.

Signs You May Need a New Heating System

Now that you’ve learned about the types of heating systems available on the market today, you may be wondering if there is any way to know if you need new equipment. Here are a few things you should look out for:

Increased energy bills for no obvious reasons
Current system not keeping your home comfortable
Unusual noises coming from your heating system
Odors like melting plastic or burning rubber coming from your equipment
Frequent, expensive repairs
The current system is more than 10 years old

If your system is showing any of the signs above, you should contact Boelcke as soon as possible. Your equipment may at the very least need repairs.

Boelcke is ready to help you get the heating replacement you need.

When you need heating installation from a qualified specialist, you can trust Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning. We can help meet all your home heating needs, large or small. Simply give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to assist you.

How to Know if Your Heating System Needs Fixing

Posted on April 29, 2024 by Boelcke Heating & AC

When it’s very cold outside, you need your heating system to keep you warm. But sometimes your heating system can stop working or have problems. You should know the signs of heating system failure, so you can call a professional to fix it before it gets worse.

What are some of the signs that my heating system needs repair?

Often, your heating system will show some signs that it needs repair before it breaks down completely. Here are some things to look out for:

High Bills: If you pay a lot more for your heating than usual, it might mean your heating system is not working well. It could be because of a dirty filter, a leak, or something else. A professional can find the problem and fix it.
Weird Noises: If you hear noises like squeaking, grinding, or banging from your heating system, it might mean something is broken or worn out. It could be a belt, a fan, or a motor. A professional can replace the faulty parts.
Uneven Heating: If some rooms in your house are too hot or too cold, it might mean your heating system is not working well. It could be because of blocked vents, dirty filters, or leaks in your ductwork. Or, it could be that your heating system is too big or too small for your house. A professional can check your system and adjust it.
Changing Thermostat: If you need to change your thermostat a lot to stay comfortable, it might mean your heating system is not working well. It could be because of problems with your thermostat or with your heating system. A professional can test your thermostat and your system and fix them.
Old Heating System: If your heating system is old, it might start to break down or work poorly. Some parts might need to be replaced. You should get your heating system checked every year, so you can fix small problems before they get bigger and more expensive.

If you see any of these signs, you should call a professional right away. They can fix your heating system and make sure it works well.

If you think your heating system may need repairs, call Boelcke.

If you need help with your heating system, you can call Boelcke. Our experienced technicians can get you the help you need. You don’t have to be cold and unhappy. Just give us a call at (269) 429-9261 and we’ll be happy to help.

Ductless Mini-Split Maintenance Near Stevensville, MI

Ductless mini-splits are an excellent solution offering targeted climate control in a variety of spaces. To take full advantage of all the benefits ductless systems provide, they must remain in optimal working condition. That way you’ll enjoy effective heating and/or cooling along with cost savings on your energy bills thanks to high energy efficiency. So how do you keep a ductless mini-split in great condition? With regular preventive maintenance of course!

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Benefits of Ductless System Maintenance

Improved energy efficiency can help to lower energy costs
More dependable and consistent heating/cooling
Increased system lifespan
Improved indoor air quality by removing dust and dander trapped in the system
Identify and address minor issues before they escalate into major problems

At Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning, our technicians are highly experienced with ductless systems. We’ll provide comprehensive maintenance on your indoor and outdoor unit(s) to ensure the entire system works flawlessly. If any problems are found requiring repair, we will notify you and provide a cost estimate. By having maintenance completed on a regular basis, you will help extend the lifespan of your ductless mini-split and enjoy lower energy bills thanks to a more efficient system. We proudly offer ductless mini-split maintenance in Stevensville and nearby areas.

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"I have had our heating and air conditioning service done by the Boelcke team for many years. I have never been disappointed. I have also had my furnace replaced and a new air conditioner installed. We have been very satisfied. However, it is the relationship that we continue to enjoy with the whole Boelcke team that we appreciate the most. Yesterday it was Ben who visited us. Send him back any time. He, like the others, fit right in. Thank you."

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What issues are commonly check for during a maintenance check?

Boelcke offers comprehensive ductless mini-split maintenance in Stevensville & Southwest MI.

Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning is qualified to provide you with comprehensive ductless mini-split maintenance and tune-ups. We want to get your system into top shape so that you won’t need emergency repairs in the near future. But should that arise, we can also help with that and a number of other home comfort needs. As a full-service HVAC contractor, you can count on us for a variety of services, including:

When it’s time to have your ductless mini-split tuned up, you can trust Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning for reliable maintenance service in Stevensville and nearby areas. Simply give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to assist you.

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You've invested your hard-earned money into a ductless system. Regular system maintenance is an important way to protect your system from costly breakdowns and prolong the overall lifespan.

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Ductless Mini-Split Repair Near Stevensville, MI

When your ductless mini-split system breaks down, you want it repaired by a contractor who is experienced with these systems. Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning offers just that in Stevensville and nearby areas. Our technicians have extensive experience in a complete range of heating and cooling equipment, including ductless mini-splits. Whether your ductless unit completely stopped working, or it’s just not working as well as it should, we’re able to diagnose the issue and get it back up and running. If the problem is catastrophic and irreparable, we can also provide an estimate on a replacement system.

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Signs Your Ductless System May Need Repair

Weak airflow from the indoor unit
Uneven heating or cooling when using multiple indoor units
Grinding, rattling, or squealing coming from the indoor or outdoor unit
Water dripping from the indoor unit or pooling around it
A sudden spike in energy bills without an increase in usage
Your system is cycling on and off more frequently than usual

At Boelcke, the comfort and safety of your family is our number one priority. We’ll work diligently to get your ductless system back up and running so that you have the effective climate control you expect. Not only that, but once your ductless mini-split is operating smoothy again then you may also enjoy lower utility bills thanks to improved efficiency. So give us a call today and we’ll be ready to provide the repairs your ductless mini-split needs.

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Count on Boelcke for reliable ductless mini-split repair in Stevensville & nearby areas.

Boelcke is proud to provide dependable ductless mini-split repairs throughout Southwest Michigan. As these systems have become more popular in our area, we offer a range of complimentary services to our customers. So while you may need emergency repair today, in the future we can keep your ductless mini-split in optimal condition with preventive maintenance, and eventually replace it when you’re ready for an upgrade. Some of our other services include:

When your ductless mini-split is in need of repair, you can trust the qualified specialists at Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning. We can help meet all your ductless repair needs in Stevensville and nearby areas. Simply give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to assist you.

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Ductless Mini-Split Installation Near Stevensville, MI

No ductwork? No problem.

When you need to improve the heating or cooling in a space of your home but it lacks ductwork, we have just the solution – a ductless mini-split system. Not only are these systems highly versatile and effective, but they’re also energy efficient. It’s for these reasons that ductless mini-split systems are becoming more and more popular throughout Michigan. When you need a new ductless mini-split installed in Stevensville or nearby areas, you can count on Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning to help.

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Versatile, Energy-Efficient Heating & Cooling

Ductless mini-splits can be installed almost anywhere!
Thanks to advancements in ductless technology, these systems have become more effective at heating spaces in colder climates – especially when installed along with a heat pump. If you think a ductless mini-split could work well in your space but you’re not completely sure, we will be happy to provide a consultation. Once we have a better understanding of your specific needs then we can recommend the best solution, whether or not it’s a ductless mini-split.

Ductless systems heat your home evenly without the need for additional ductwork.

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Boelcke expertly installs ductless mini-splits throughout Stevensville & Southwest Michigan.

As a full-service contractor, our technicians have many years of experience installing various HVAC systems. Whether you’re looking for a single ductless unit for one room, or multiple units for your entire home, we can meet your needs. We’ll help design the best configuration to ensure the total comfort of you and your family. And, should you need any other HVAC services, we can help with that too. We’re pleased to offer all the services and products you need to stay comfortable year-round, including:

When you’re ready for a new ductless mini-split system in Stevensville or Southwest Michigan, turn to Boelcke Heating and Air Conditioning. We can help meet all your ductless needs, large or small. Simply give us a call at (269) 429-9261, and we will be more than happy to assist you.

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