FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Erickson Home Services

Have questions about heating, cooling, indoor air quality, plumbing, electrical, home technology, maintenance, financing, or scheduling service? Erickson helps homeowners throughout the North Metro, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities area care for the systems that keep their homes comfortable, safe, and efficient.

Use the answers below to learn more, or contact us when you are ready to schedule service or talk through a specific home comfort project.

General Service and Scheduling FAQs

Erickson provides heating, cooling, indoor air quality, plumbing, electrical, home technology / security, and commercial support for homes and businesses in the Twin Cities area.

Erickson serves Blaine, Coon Rapids, the North Metro, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding Twin Cities communities. Confirm final service-area language before publishing.

Use the Schedule Service form to request an appointment, or call 1-763-783-4545 to talk with Erickson directly.

Include the type of service you need, what is happening, your preferred appointment window, and any helpful details about your system, equipment, or access needs.

If your request is urgent, call Erickson at 1-763-783-4545 instead of relying only on the online form.

Heating FAQs

Most homeowners should schedule heating maintenance once a year, ideally before the heating season begins. A professional tune-up can help improve reliability, catch small problems early, and prepare your system for colder weather.

Erickson works with forced air heating systems, furnaces, heat pumps, ductless heating systems, and hot water or hydronic heating systems.

Yes. Erickson references hot water / hydronic heating systems on the Heating page and lists boiler repair as part of its heating services.

The right choice depends on the system age, repair history, performance, efficiency, and cost of the repair. Erickson can inspect your system and help you compare practical options.

Yes. Heat pumps can be part of a Minnesota home comfort system. In many homes, a heat pump is paired with a gas furnace to support comfort across changing temperatures.

Yes. Erickson offers heating system maintenance and tune-ups, and the I Heart My Home Club includes a fall heating tune-up package.

Cooling FAQs

If your air conditioner is not cooling well, runs often, makes unusual noises, or needs frequent repairs, Erickson can inspect the system and help you compare repair and replacement options.

The right cooling system depends on home size, ductwork, room layout, comfort preferences, humidity, and budget. Erickson can evaluate your home and recommend an air conditioner, heat pump, ductless system, or air handler solution.

Yes. Carrier ductless systems can be designed to cool one room or multiple spaces, depending on the system layout and your home comfort goals.

Yes. For some homes with radiant or hot water heat, adding ductwork and an air handler can help provide more even cooling throughout the home.

Yes. Erickson includes heat pumps as part of its home cooling options and forced air cooling systems.

Yes. Erickson offers cooling system maintenance and tune-ups, and the I Heart My Home Club includes a spring cooling tune-up package.

Indoor Air Quality FAQs

Erickson offers indoor air quality service, installation, and repair, including humidifiers, air cleaners, filtration products, ventilators, carbon monoxide alarms, UV lamps, and dehumidifiers.

Cold outdoor air and forced-air heating can leave indoor air feeling dry. A whole-home humidifier can add controlled moisture to improve comfort during the heating season.

No. Whole-home air cleaners and air purifiers can support cleaner indoor air, but regular filter cleaning or replacement is still important for system performance.

A dehumidifier may help when your home feels sticky, damp, or uncomfortable during humid weather. Erickson can evaluate whether humidity control is a good fit for your home.

A ventilator helps bring fresh outdoor air into the home. A heat recovery ventilator can pre-condition incoming air so fresh air is easier to manage in Minnesota weather.

A UV lamp is installed near the cooling coil to help limit buildup on the coil. This can help keep equipment cleaner and easier to maintain during seasonal service.

Plumbing, Electrical, and Home Technology FAQs

Yes. We have plumbing services such as RPZ testing, water line replacement, water softeners, water heaters, and fixture upgrades.

Yes. We can help with water softeners and detailed water quality analysis through the I Heart My Home Club.

Yes. Erickson provides electrical service, installation, and repair, including light fixtures, panel upgrades, wiring, and related home electrical support.

Home technology and security can include cameras, security systems, connected home features, and related low-voltage systems.

Yes. Erickson supports small to medium commercial customers with heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, maintenance, replacement, repair, and related mechanical work.

I Heart My Home, Offers, and Financing FAQs

The I Heart My Home Club is Erickson's home maintenance program for homeowners who want help caring for their home's major mechanical, comfort, safety, and water systems over time.

The program includes a professional Home Health Portfolio, multi-trade home analysis, a 115-point home mechanical analysis, detailed water quality analysis, spring cooling tune-up, fall heating tune-up, and maintenance recommendations.

$19.83 per month with a one-year minimum.

Yes. Erickson provides financing information through the CEE Lending Center and Payzer so homeowners can explore options for eligible home improvement projects.

Some offers may be seasonal or limited-time promotions. Check the current offer details or contact Erickson to confirm what is available.

Schedule service or contact Erickson to discuss your home, equipment, goals, and timing. The team can help you understand current offers and financing paths.

About Erickson FAQs

Erickson was established in 1983 and has served Minnesota homeowners and businesses for more than four decades.

Yes. Erickson is a family-owned, multi-generation company founded by Ron and Stacy Erickson, with Zach Erickson joining the business full time in 2005.

Erickson is licensed, bonded, and insured. Our commitment to quality is backed by industry-recognized credentials, including Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer status, NATE-certified technicians, Lead-Safe Certified Firm certification, and ACCA membership.

Erickson gives homeowners access to one local, family-owned team for heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, indoor air quality, and home technology needs.

Erickson is located at 1471 92nd Lane NE in Blaine, Minnesota.

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Still have questions about your home comfort, safety, plumbing, electrical, or maintenance needs?

Erickson is here to help.
Call: 1-763-783-4545
Address: 1471 92nd Lane NE, Blaine, MN 55449