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About Doc Dancer Plumbing, Heating, AC & Generators

Your Comfort is Our Priority

What service can you expect from Doc Dancer Plumbing, Heating, AC & Generators? As a locally owned Fort Wayne business with over 75 years of experience, we’re big enough to handle your emergency heating and air conditioning needs yet small enough to know our loyal customers personally. We’ve built a reputation you can rely on, ensuring we’ll be here for years to come to back up our work. At Doc Dancer, customer satisfaction isn’t just a goal—it’s our top priority, and we’re committed to keeping your home or business comfortable year-round.

A middle-aged man with gray hair and a neatly trimmed beard stands indoors against a wood-paneled wall, smiling directly at the camera. He wears a short-sleeve olive-green button-up shirt with a logo on the chest and holds a green mug in one hand. Behind him, a shelf displays framed photos and small decorative items, softly lit with warm lighting that gives the room a cozy, relaxed feel. His posture is casual and confident, with one hand resting near his pocket while the other holds the mug.A middle-aged man with gray hair and a neatly trimmed beard stands indoors against a wood-paneled wall, smiling directly at the camera. He wears a short-sleeve olive-green button-up shirt with a logo on the chest and holds a green mug in one hand. Behind him, a shelf displays framed photos and small decorative items, softly lit with warm lighting that gives the room a cozy, relaxed feel. His posture is casual and confident, with one hand resting near his pocket while the other holds the mug.
A vintage black-and-white photograph shows a group of men posing together outdoors in front of service vehicles and a building. Most of the men wear matching work shirts and trousers, suggesting they are part of the same team or company. Some stand in a row at the back while a few kneel in the front, all facing the camera. The vehicles behind them appear to be older models, with equipment mounted on top, reinforcing the impression of a work crew. The image has a slightly faded, grainy quality typical of older photographs, capturing a moment of group pride and camaraderie.A vintage black-and-white photograph shows a group of men posing together outdoors in front of service vehicles and a building. Most of the men wear matching work shirts and trousers, suggesting they are part of the same team or company. Some stand in a row at the back while a few kneel in the front, all facing the camera. The vehicles behind them appear to be older models, with equipment mounted on top, reinforcing the impression of a work crew. The image has a slightly faded, grainy quality typical of older photographs, capturing a moment of group pride and camaraderie.

Our History

Doc Dancer Plumbing, Heating, AC & Generators has been a Fort Wayne mainstay since 1946 when Robert Dancer founded the company. In 1966, Willis Bulmahn took over ownership of the company. He grew the business into a household name in the Fort Wayne area. In 1984, Willis’s son-in-law, Bill Berning Jr., joined the team and later took over the business in 1998 after Willis’s passing. He has continued the legacy of dependable, high-quality service that Fort Wayne residents have relied on for generations.

Our Mission

Today, the business is owned and operated by Bill & Nancy Berning, Steve Biggs, and Dale Hubert (pictured here). Our mission at Doc Dancer Plumbing, Heating, AC & Generators is to provide the highest quality craftsmanship in the design, installation, and service of heating, air conditioning, indoor air quality, plumbing, and generator systems for our residential and light commercial customers. We will honor God in our business conduct and by nurturing our valuable team members.

A large group of workers stands and kneels together outdoors in a parking area, posing in front of two company service vans with green-and-white branding. The vans display the name “Doc Dancer” along with plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical services. The team members wear a mix of uniforms, including khaki button-up work shirts, green branded T-shirts, jeans, and baseball caps, with some individuals sporting beards or safety glasses. A few people kneel in the front row while others stand behind them in several rows, forming a structured group arrangement. Trees with green foliage and a residential neighborhood are visible in the background, and the scene is brightly lit by natural daylight.A large group of workers stands and kneels together outdoors in a parking area, posing in front of two company service vans with green-and-white branding. The vans display the name “Doc Dancer” along with plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical services. The team members wear a mix of uniforms, including khaki button-up work shirts, green branded T-shirts, jeans, and baseball caps, with some individuals sporting beards or safety glasses. A few people kneel in the front row while others stand behind them in several rows, forming a structured group arrangement. Trees with green foliage and a residential neighborhood are visible in the background, and the scene is brightly lit by natural daylight.
A black-and-white cartoon illustration shows a humorous hospital-like scene featuring an HVAC unit as a patient. At the top, the text reads “Doc Dancer Heating & A/C.” In the center, a box-shaped air conditioning unit lies on a wheeled examination table, drawn with a human face that looks sick and uncomfortable, with a thermometer in its mouth and steam rising from the top to suggest overheating. To the left, a technician dressed like a doctor stands holding a clipboard and pen, appearing to examine or diagnose the unit. Behind him, a privacy curtain hangs partially open. On the floor near his feet is a tool bag labeled “Doc Dancer,” with tools sticking out. On the right side, a woman stands facing the technician, watching with a concerned expression. At her feet sits a small dog looking up toward the scene. On the wall in the background, a framed sign reads “That’s Comfort Since 1946.” The overall style is simple line art with exaggerated facial expressions, using humor to portray HVAC repair as a medical check-up for a “sick” air conditioning system.A black-and-white cartoon illustration shows a humorous hospital-like scene featuring an HVAC unit as a patient. At the top, the text reads “Doc Dancer Heating & A/C.” In the center, a box-shaped air conditioning unit lies on a wheeled examination table, drawn with a human face that looks sick and uncomfortable, with a thermometer in its mouth and steam rising from the top to suggest overheating. To the left, a technician dressed like a doctor stands holding a clipboard and pen, appearing to examine or diagnose the unit. Behind him, a privacy curtain hangs partially open. On the floor near his feet is a tool bag labeled “Doc Dancer,” with tools sticking out. On the right side, a woman stands facing the technician, watching with a concerned expression. At her feet sits a small dog looking up toward the scene. On the wall in the background, a framed sign reads “That’s Comfort Since 1946.” The overall style is simple line art with exaggerated facial expressions, using humor to portray HVAC repair as a medical check-up for a “sick” air conditioning system.

Doc Dancer Coloring Page for Kids!

We made a Doc Dancer coloring page for all the kids (and the grown-ups!) to color! Download a copy to print off at home here. When you’re finished, take a picture and post it to our Facebook page!

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A circular award badge with a gold ribbon border is displayed against a plain background. The center of the badge features bold text that reads “FORT WAYNE NEWSPAPERS” at the top, followed by “READERS’” in light blue uppercase letters, and “CHOICE” in large black uppercase letters beneath it. The year “2021” appears vertically alongside the word “CHOICE.” The outer edge of the badge is designed with layered gold folds resembling a rosette ribbon, while two blue ribbon tails extend downward from the bottom of the circle. The overall design resembles a prize or recognition seal, indicating an award given based on reader votes.A circular award badge with a gold ribbon border is displayed against a plain background. The center of the badge features bold text that reads “FORT WAYNE NEWSPAPERS” at the top, followed by “READERS’” in light blue uppercase letters, and “CHOICE” in large black uppercase letters beneath it. The year “2021” appears vertically alongside the word “CHOICE.” The outer edge of the badge is designed with layered gold folds resembling a rosette ribbon, while two blue ribbon tails extend downward from the bottom of the circle. The overall design resembles a prize or recognition seal, indicating an award given based on reader votes.

Fort Wayne Reader's Choice Award

We are proud to share that Doc Dancer has been recognized as the Fort Wayne area’s Best Heating & Air Company! We have won five times now—in 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, and 2021.

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Certificates & Affiliations

We maintain a high level of quality among our staff. All of our installers and technicians are trained on a regular, ongoing basis. We are certified by the following industry organizations:

A circular silver certification badge is displayed on a transparent, checkered background. The badge has a metallic gradient appearance with a dotted inner border and a smooth outer ring. Around the top edge of the circle, the words “TRUSTED EXPERTS” are written in uppercase letters following the curve. Centered inside the badge, bold dark blue text reads “FACTORY AUTHORIZED DEALER” in stacked lines. At the bottom of the badge, a dark blue oval logo contains the word “Carrier” in white script lettering. The overall design conveys an official endorsement, indicating that the dealer is certified and recognized by the Carrier brand as an authorized expert.A circular silver certification badge is displayed on a transparent, checkered background. The badge has a metallic gradient appearance with a dotted inner border and a smooth outer ring. Around the top edge of the circle, the words “TRUSTED EXPERTS” are written in uppercase letters following the curve. Centered inside the badge, bold dark blue text reads “FACTORY AUTHORIZED DEALER” in stacked lines. At the bottom of the badge, a dark blue oval logo contains the word “Carrier” in white script lettering. The overall design conveys an official endorsement, indicating that the dealer is certified and recognized by the Carrier brand as an authorized expert.

Carrier Dealer

As a Carrier Authorized Dealer, Doc Dancer brings you the quality and reliability of one of the most trusted names in HVAC. Carrier is a leader in innovative, energy-efficient heating and cooling solutions, designed to keep your home comfortable year-round. Being an authorized dealer means our team is specially trained to install and service Carrier products, ensuring you get the best performance from your HVAC system. Let us help you find the right Carrier equipment to meet your home’s needs with lasting, high-quality comfort.

A circular certification logo appears on a transparent, checkered background. The design features a deep blue circle with bold yellow lettering in the center that reads “NATE,” with the top of the “A” stylized to resemble the roof of a house. Surrounding the central circle is a ring of uppercase text that reads “NORTH AMERICAN TECHNICIAN EXCELLENCE,” spaced evenly along the border. Small circular separators appear on the left and right sides of the outer ring, and a registered trademark symbol is placed near the lower right edge. The overall design emphasizes professional certification and technical expertise within the HVAC industry.A circular certification logo appears on a transparent, checkered background. The design features a deep blue circle with bold yellow lettering in the center that reads “NATE,” with the top of the “A” stylized to resemble the roof of a house. Surrounding the central circle is a ring of uppercase text that reads “NORTH AMERICAN TECHNICIAN EXCELLENCE,” spaced evenly along the border. Small circular separators appear on the left and right sides of the outer ring, and a registered trademark symbol is placed near the lower right edge. The overall design emphasizes professional certification and technical expertise within the HVAC industry.

North American Technician Excellence (NATE)

North American Technician Excellence (NATE) is an independent, third-party organization that develops and promotes excellence in the installation and service of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment by recognizing high-quality industry technicians through voluntary testing and certification. Our goal is to have all of our technicians become NATE-certified technicians.

A clean, minimal logo is displayed on a plain light background. Centered prominently is the large, stylized text “HBA” written in a bold, brushstroke-style script in a deep maroon color. Beneath it, in smaller, simple black sans-serif text, the full name “Home Builders Association of Fort Wayne, Inc.” is written in a single line. The contrast between the expressive handwritten-style initials and the straightforward formal text below gives the logo a professional yet approachable appearance, representing an organization associated with home building and construction in the Fort Wayne area.A clean, minimal logo is displayed on a plain light background. Centered prominently is the large, stylized text “HBA” written in a bold, brushstroke-style script in a deep maroon color. Beneath it, in smaller, simple black sans-serif text, the full name “Home Builders Association of Fort Wayne, Inc.” is written in a single line. The contrast between the expressive handwritten-style initials and the straightforward formal text below gives the logo a professional yet approachable appearance, representing an organization associated with home building and construction in the Fort Wayne area.

Home Builders Association of Fort Wayne

We are proud members of the Home Builders Association of Fort Wayne (HBA), an organization dedicated to supporting the residential building industry through advocacy, education, workforce development, networking, and community involvement.