Exceed Heating and Cooling is a locally owned HVAC contractor based in Racine, Wisconsin, serving homeowners, property managers, and business owners across Racine County and the surrounding communities. We handle the full range of heating, cooling, and air quality work, from a furnace that stopped working on a January night to a full system replacement in the middle of summer. We're a local crew, and we pick up when you call. When you reach out, you get a real person who knows this area, understands the climate, and can get a qualified HVAC technician to your door. Experienced HVAC technicians. Code-compliant work. Professional service.
We started this company in 2023 with a straightforward goal: give Racine residents and businesses an HVAC contractor they could actually count on. One that shows up on time, explains what is going on, and does the work right the first time. We give straight answers about your furnace, AC, and ductwork, no surprises, and we stand behind every job we complete.
Doing HVAC work right matters, and we'll help you get it right, whether you are dealing with a system that has been struggling for years or a breakdown that just happened this morning. We cover the full scope of residential HVAC work, and we keep every job focused on what you actually need.
Here is what we handle for homeowners and residential properties:
Wisconsin winters are long and cold, and Racine summers bring enough heat and humidity to make a struggling AC unit a real problem. We built our service list around what this region actually demands. A workmanship guarantee on every HVAC job means you are not left guessing about whether the work was done properly. We'll handle the system so you don't have to.
A furnace that quits in the middle of a Wisconsin winter is not a minor inconvenience. It is a genuine emergency, and we treat it that way. Our technicians diagnose and repair all major furnace problems, including units that will not ignite, furnaces blowing cold air, strange noises coming from the heat exchanger or blower, and gas furnace issues that need careful, qualified attention. When a repair no longer makes sense, we handle full furnace replacement and new installation, helping you choose equipment that fits your home and your budget.
Work is performed by qualified HVAC technicians who know what a Racine winter asks of a heating system. If your furnace is struggling, call us before it stops working entirely.
Racine has a lot of older housing stock, and many of those homes rely on boilers and hydronic heating systems. These systems are efficient and reliable when they are properly maintained, but they need technicians who understand how they work. We service, repair, and replace boilers and radiant heat systems throughout the area. Whether your boiler is leaking, losing pressure, making noise, or simply not putting out enough heat, we can diagnose the problem and get it sorted out.
To be clear about what we do here: a boiler heats your living space, and that is HVAC work. Domestic water heating is a separate trade, and we stay on the heating-and-cooling side of that line.
Heat pumps have become a practical option for Wisconsin homeowners, and we are seeing more of them across Racine County every year. They handle both heating and cooling from a single system, and modern cold-climate heat pumps hold up well through Wisconsin winters. We repair heat pumps that are not heating or cooling properly, perform routine heat pump maintenance, and install new heat pump systems including ductless mini-split units for homes without existing ductwork.
If you are curious whether a heat pump is the right fit for your home, call us and we will walk you through what makes sense for your situation.
Dealing with a furnace that won't keep up or an AC that can't cool? Those situations do not wait for business hours, and neither do we. We offer same-day and urgent HVAC service for homeowners and businesses in Racine and the surrounding area. A no-heat call in January or a system-down situation in July gets treated as the priority it is.
We know what it means to lose heat when temperatures outside are dropping fast. We know what a house feels like when the AC goes out during a summer stretch and there is no relief in sight. The kind of HVAC work neighbors pass along by word of mouth is the kind where someone actually showed up, fixed the problem, and left the home in better shape than they found it. That is what we aim for on every call, emergency or otherwise. Quick to arrive. Careful with your home. Tidy when we leave.
Call today and we'll set up your appointment.
Don't let a small problem turn into a no-heat night or a no-cool afternoon, and do not put off calling because you are worried about what it might cost. We believe in pricing that is clear and honest from the start. Before any work begins, we explain what the technician found, what the repair or installation involves, and what it will cost. No vague estimates. No fees that appear after the job is done.
When you call for a quote, here is what happens:
We will not push you toward work you do not need, and we will not leave you guessing about what you are paying for. We'll take care of the system from here.
We built this business around HVAC work like this, the kind that goes beyond just the equipment and looks at how your whole home breathes and feels. Leaky ductwork is one of the most common reasons a heating or cooling system underperforms. We inspect, repair, and seal ductwork to stop energy loss and fix the uneven temperatures that drive homeowners crazy from room to room. When ductwork is too far gone to repair effectively, we handle full duct replacement and new duct installation as well.
On the air quality side, we install whole-home air filtration systems, UV air purifiers, and air scrubbers that work with your existing HVAC equipment to reduce allergens, dust, and airborne particles. Wisconsin winters mean months of closed windows and recirculated indoor air, which makes filtration more than a comfort upgrade.
We also install whole-home humidifiers. Dry winter air is hard on woodwork, floors, and the people living in the house. A humidifier integrated with your heating system keeps indoor humidity at a level that is comfortable and healthier through the cold months. Leave the heating and cooling to us.
Property managers, office managers, retail operators, and restaurant owners in Racine County know that a commercial HVAC system going down is not just uncomfortable. It affects your staff, your customers, and your operations. We provide commercial HVAC repair, service, and installation for businesses of all sizes, and we work around your schedule to minimize downtime.
Commercial systems are larger, often multi-zone, and require technicians who understand the difference between a residential setup and a commercial one. Our technicians bring that experience to the job. We handle commercial AC repair, commercial heating repair, commercial system replacement and installation, and ongoing commercial HVAC maintenance programs to keep your equipment running reliably through every season.
Call us to discuss your commercial property and get an estimate for the work you need.
We are based in Racine and work throughout Racine County and the nearby communities. If you are in Mount Pleasant, Caledonia, Sturtevant, Franksville, or Burlington, we are already working in your area regularly. We also serve customers in Kenosha, Oak Creek, and South Milwaukee. Whether you are a few blocks from our home base or further out in the county, we can get a technician to you.
Our goal is to be the HVAC contractor this region can depend on, not just for the big jobs, but for the everyday repairs, tune-ups, and check-ins that keep systems running the way they should.
We started in 2023 with a straightforward goal: give Racine residents and businesses an HVAC contractor they could actually count on. In that time we've built a reputation for showing up, doing the work right, and giving customers honest answers about their systems. We're still growing, and every job we complete adds to the track record we're building in this community.
We work with all of them. Our customers include homeowners, renters' landlords, property managers with multi-unit buildings, and business owners across Racine County. The work varies by property type, but the standard we apply to every job stays the same.
We're a local crew, and we pick up when you call. That means a real person with local knowledge answers, not a general inbox or a callback queue. When you schedule with us, you know who is showing up and what the work will involve before we start.
Every job we complete comes with a workmanship guarantee, so if something isn't right after we've been out, we come back and make it right. We don't consider a job finished until the system is working the way it should. Call us and we'll get back out to take a look.
Work is performed by qualified HVAC technicians who understand both residential and commercial systems. We're deliberate about who we send to your home or building, because the quality of the work depends on the person doing it. We hold the work to a standard we're comfortable standing behind.
Yes, we work throughout Racine County and into the surrounding area regularly. Our technicians serve Mount Pleasant, Caledonia, Sturtevant, Union Grove, Burlington, Kenosha, Oak Creek, South Milwaukee, and the communities in between. If you're not sure whether we cover your location, call and we'll give you a direct answer.
When your heating or cooling system needs attention, Exceed Heating and Cooling is ready to help. We serve homeowners and businesses throughout Racine County, and we make it straightforward to get on the schedule. Call (262) 447-8989 to request a quote, schedule a service call, or talk through what your system needs. Pick the date. We do the work. We clean up after.
We handle the full range of heating and cooling work for homes and businesses throughout Racine and Racine County, from a fast same-day repair to a complete system replacement. Every job gets a clear estimate before work begins, and our qualified HVAC technicians treat your home with care from the first call to cleanup. Whether you are dealing with a furnace that quit on a cold night or an AC that stopped keeping up in July, we are ready to help. Use this table to find the service that fits your situation, then call us for a straight answer on what the work involves and what it will cost.
| Service | Scope of Work | Best For | Helpful Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasonal Maintenance and Tune-Ups | cleaning and inspection of key components, performance checks before peak season, identification of small problems before they grow, written summary of system condition | homeowners who want to avoid mid-season breakdowns and keep equipment running efficiently | A fall furnace tune-up is especially valuable in Racine, where the heating season starts early and runs long |
| Heat Pump Repair and Service | diagnosis of heating and cooling faults, refrigerant and electrical checks, component repair or replacement, performance testing after repair | homes with a heat pump that is not heating or cooling properly | Heat pumps handle both seasons from one unit; a fault in one mode often affects the other |
| Indoor Air Quality and Air Filtration | whole-house air purifier installation, UV system installation, high-efficiency filtration upgrades, integration with existing HVAC equipment | households with allergy or asthma concerns, or any space where air quality needs improvement | These systems work with your existing equipment; no separate unit or ductwork overhaul is needed in most cases |
| Heating and Furnace Repair | gas and electric furnace diagnosis, same-visit repairs on most problems, honest assessment of repair vs. replace, emergency response available | any home or building where the furnace will not fire, blows cold air, or cycles without heating | In Racine, a no-heat call in winter is urgent; we treat it that way and move quickly |
| Furnace Repair and Replacement | diagnosis of gas and electric furnaces, same-day repair when parts are available, honest repair vs. replace guidance, full replacement with proper sizing | Racine homeowners facing a furnace failure or an aging system that is struggling to keep up | Sub-freezing nights in Racine make furnace reliability a serious priority; we back every job with a workmanship guarantee |
| Cold-Climate Heat Pump Installation | sizing and selection for Wisconsin winters, ductless mini-split configurations available, rated operation down to roughly -15 degrees F, full installation and startup | homeowners replacing a furnace or adding cooling to a heating-only home | Modern cold-climate models perform very differently from older heat pumps that struggled in northern winters; we explain the difference |
| Ductwork Repair and Sealing | duct inspection and leak detection, sealing of leaking joints and connections, repair or replacement of damaged sections, airflow testing after work | homes with uneven temperatures, high energy bills, or reduced airflow in certain rooms | Leaky ducts can waste a significant share of conditioned air before it reaches the living space |
| AC Repair and Service | diagnose and repair cooling problems, refrigerant leak checks, compressor and coil inspection, same-day repair when available | homeowners or businesses with an AC that has stopped cooling or is blowing warm air | July and August calls fill fast; scheduling early in the season avoids the longest waits |
| Full System Installation and Replacement | equipment sizing for your home or building, full removal of old system, installation and startup of new equipment, upfront estimate before work begins | homeowners or property managers replacing aging or failed HVAC equipment | Correct sizing matters more than brand; an oversized or undersized system will underperform regardless of quality |
| Emergency HVAC Service | same-day response for no-heat and no-cool situations, available seven days a week, residential and commercial calls, rapid diagnosis on arrival | any situation where the system is completely down and waiting is not an option | We operate every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM; call as soon as the problem shows up |
| Whole-Home Humidifier Installation | humidifier mounted directly on the HVAC system, consistent indoor humidity all winter, no portable units to fill or maintain, setup and calibration included | households experiencing dry air, static, or respiratory discomfort during the long Wisconsin heating season | Forced-air heating pulls moisture from indoor air; a whole-home unit addresses the problem at the source rather than room by room |
| Thermostat and Smart-Control Installation | Wi-Fi and smart thermostat installation, Nest, Ecobee, and compatible systems, replacement of failed or incompatible thermostats, setup and walkthrough after install | homeowners who want better control over comfort and energy use | A smart thermostat paired with a new system can reduce how hard the equipment works over a long Wisconsin winter |
How do I know whether to repair my system or replace it entirely?
The honest answer depends on the age of the equipment, the cost of the repair, and how reliably the system has been running. A repair on a relatively young system usually makes sense. When a system is older and the repair cost is a significant fraction of what a replacement would run, replacement often wins out over time. We give you a clear picture of both options before any work begins so you can make the decision that fits your situation and budget.
What does a seasonal tune-up actually cover?
A tune-up covers cleaning, inspection, and performance testing of the key components in your system. For a furnace, that includes the heat exchanger, burners, blower, and safety controls. For an AC or heat pump, it covers the coils, refrigerant charge, electrical connections, and airflow. The goal is to catch small problems before they become expensive ones and to make sure the system is ready for the season ahead.
Why is one room in my house hotter or colder than the rest?
Uneven temperatures usually point to a ductwork problem, an airflow restriction, or equipment that is not sized correctly for the space. Leaking ducts, blocked registers, and a dirty filter are common starting points. If the system is balanced and the ductwork looks sound, the issue may be with the equipment itself. We diagnose the cause before recommending a fix so you are not spending money on the wrong solution.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
We give you a clear estimate before any work begins, covering the full scope of the job whether it is a repair, a tune-up, or a full system replacement. You know the number before a single tool comes out.
How do ductwork leaks affect my energy bills?
Leaking ducts allow conditioned air to escape into unconditioned spaces like attics, crawlspaces, and wall cavities before it reaches the rooms you are trying to heat or cool. That means your equipment runs longer to hit the thermostat setpoint, which drives up energy use. Sealing those leaks puts the conditioned air where it belongs and usually improves comfort in the rooms that felt weak before.
What are the signs that my furnace or AC is starting to fail?
For a furnace, watch for rising energy bills without a change in usage, uneven heat across rooms, unusual noises during startup or operation, and more frequent repair calls in recent seasons. For an AC, the same pattern applies: reduced cooling output, longer run times, and refrigerant or airflow problems that keep coming back. When repairs are happening every season on an aging system, that is usually the signal that replacement is the more cost-effective path.
What causes a system to short-cycle, meaning it turns on and off more often than it should?
Short-cycling is often caused by an oversized system, a dirty filter restricting airflow, a refrigerant charge that is off, or a control or sensor issue. An oversized system heats or cools the space so quickly that it shuts off before completing a proper cycle, which puts extra wear on the equipment and leaves the space feeling less comfortable. We diagnose the specific cause rather than guessing, because the fix depends on what is driving the behavior.
Same-Day and Emergency Availability
We operate every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM and take no-heat and no-cool calls seriously. When the system goes down, call us and we will tell you exactly how quickly we can get there.
Is the HVAC work done to code?
Yes. Work is performed by qualified HVAC technicians who understand the standards that apply to this equipment and this type of installation. Whether it is a routine repair or a full system replacement, we handle every job with the attention it requires. Code-compliant work is part of what we deliver on every call.
What should I do if my heat stops working completely?
Check the thermostat settings first and confirm the system is set to heat and calling for it. Check the power switch near the furnace and the circuit breaker for the air handler or furnace. If those all look normal and the system still will not respond, call us. A no-heat situation in a Wisconsin winter is exactly the kind of call we move on quickly, and we have same-day availability for situations like this.
Work Performed by Qualified HVAC Technicians
Every job, from a thermostat swap to a full system installation, is handled by qualified HVAC technicians who know the equipment and the standards that apply to it.
What is the difference between a cold-climate heat pump and a standard heat pump?
Older heat pump models lost efficiency sharply as outdoor temperatures dropped, which made them a poor fit for northern winters. Cold-climate heat pumps use variable-speed compressor technology that allows them to operate efficiently down to roughly -15 degrees Fahrenheit. That changes the math considerably for Wisconsin homeowners. They provide both heating and cooling from one system, and they perform in the kind of winters Racine actually sees.
How does a whole-home humidifier differ from a portable unit?
A whole-home humidifier is installed directly on your HVAC system and works automatically whenever the furnace runs. It maintains consistent humidity throughout the house without the need to fill a reservoir, move units between rooms, or monitor output manually. Portable units can help in a single room, but they do not address the whole house, and forced-air heating pulls moisture from the air throughout every room, not just one.
How do I schedule a service visit that works with my day?
Call us and we will find a time that fits your schedule, including same-day options when they are available. We confirm the appointment and give you a realistic arrival window so you are not waiting around all day. We show up when we say we will, and we let you know what the work involves before we start.
Call us for a straight answer on any heating or cooling job, residential or commercial, and we will walk you through the scope and the cost before any work begins.
(262) 447-8989