HVAC & Plumbing Services for the Greater Gaylord, MI Area

Gaylord is a distinctive Northern Michigan community known as the “Alpine Village,” a theme reflected in its chalet-style architecture, downtown character, and seasonal events. Located in the heart of the northern Lower Peninsula, the city serves as the county seat of Otsego County and has long been a gathering point for residents, travelers, businesses, and outdoor enthusiasts. Gaylord’s history is closely tied to the lumber industry and the railroad, while its modern identity is shaped by tourism, golf, skiing, snowmobiling, fishing, and access to the forests, lakes, and rivers of Northern Michigan. The community’s location along I-75 also makes it a convenient destination for people traveling throughout the region.


Straits Mechanical, LLC helps Gaylord homeowners and businesses maintain comfortable, functional properties through every Northern Michigan season. Our licensed and insured team provides heating, cooling, plumbing, and mechanical services, including heating repair, AC installation, mini-split installation, plumbing repair, and water heater replacement. We work with both residential and commercial properties, taking the time to assess each system, explain available options, and provide practical solutions for your property.

Our Services

Our services cover essential heating, cooling, plumbing, and mechanical needs for homes, businesses, and other properties throughout the Gaylord area.


  • Heating Repair & Installation: We repair, replace, and install heating systems for residential and commercial properties, helping maintain dependable indoor temperatures during Gaylord’s cold-weather months.
  • AC Installation & Repair: Our team can handle air conditioning installation, repairs, replacements, troubleshooting, and cooling upgrades.
  • Mini-Split Installation: We install and service mini-split systems for additions, workshops, garages, offices, finished upper levels, and other spaces that may benefit from targeted heating and cooling systems.
  • Plumbing Repair & Installation: Are you noticing a plumbing problem? We address plumbing repairs and troubleshooting, as well as fixture installation.
  • Water Heater Replacement: We can complete any necessary repairs or replacements when your equipment becomes unreliable, develops leaks, produces insufficient hot water, or reaches the end of its service life.
  • Generator Installation & Service: Your generator needs to run reliably in order to provide backup power for your home or business when utility power is unavailable. Our team offers comprehensive installation, troubleshooting, repair, or replacement when needed.
  • Backflow Testing: We test backflow prevention devices for residential and commercial properties and help you understand appropriate next steps when a device does not pass testing.
  • Rooftop Unit Services: We work with commercial rooftop units and other mechanical equipment to help local businesses and facilities enjoy reliable heating and cooling.


Our professionals approach each job with careful attention to the property’s specific requirements.

Contact Us Today

Gaylord’s four-season lifestyle makes dependable building systems an important part of everyday life. From keeping a home warm after a day on the ski slopes or snowmobile trails to maintaining comfortable commercial spaces during summer tourism, reliable HVAC and plumbing systems are vital throughout the year. Straits Mechanical, LLC is proud to serve the Gaylord community. We offer comprehensive heating, cooling, plumbing, water heater, generator, backflow, and mechanical services designed around the specific needs of Northern Michigan properties. As local residents, we understand what your space needs to remain safe and comfortable.


For Gaylord property owners, having a dependable local resource for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical needs can make maintaining a home or business more straightforward. Straits Mechanical, LLC provides residential and commercial services with clear communication, careful workmanship, and effective solutions. Contact us today to discuss your needs.