Expert Heating Services — Safety and Performance You Can Count On
Home heating systems combine complex mechanical, electrical, and combustion components that require professional expertise to diagnose and repair safely. A cracked heat exchanger, for example, can allow dangerous carbon monoxide to enter living spaces without any visible signs. This is why heating system service is never a DIY project, and why choosing a NATE-certified technician is critically important.
Our heating specialists receive advanced training in combustion analysis, heat exchanger integrity testing, gas pressure diagnosis, and safety system verification. Every heating service call includes a thorough safety inspection designed to identify not just the immediate problem, but any conditions that could pose a risk to your family.
Heating Systems We Service
- Gas Furnaces: The most common heating system in the US — we service all brands and vintages, from single-stage units to high-efficiency modulating systems.
- Heat Pumps: All-electric systems that provide both heating and cooling. Our technicians are trained on both the refrigeration and heating aspects of these sophisticated systems.
- Oil Furnaces: We service oil-fired heating equipment including burner service, nozzle replacement, and oil filter changes.
- Electric Furnaces & Air Handlers: Electric strip heat, heat pump air handlers, and variable-speed blower systems.
- Boilers (Gas & Oil): Hydronic heating systems including radiant floor heat, baseboard heat, and radiator systems.
- Dual-Fuel Systems: Heat pump plus gas backup furnace systems that optimize between electric and gas heating depending on outdoor temperatures.
Common Heating Problems We Fix
- No heat: failed ignitor, thermocouple, control board, or gas valve
- Short cycling: oversizing, faulty limit switch, or clogged filter
- Pilot light or ignition failure: dirty flame sensor, failed ignitor
- Insufficient heat: undersized system, heat exchanger issues, duct leakage
- Unusual sounds: cracked heat exchanger, blower bearing failure, delayed ignition
- Yellow or flickering flame: combustion problems requiring immediate attention
Carbon Monoxide Safety Warning
A cracked heat exchanger can produce dangerous levels of CO with no visible symptoms. If your CO detector activates, evacuate immediately and call (888) 392-7512. We perform heat exchanger integrity tests on every heating service call.
Frequently Asked Questions — Heating Service
How do I know if my furnace heat exchanger is cracked?
A cracked heat exchanger is extremely dangerous and typically has no visible symptoms. Warning signs can include: a flickering or yellow burner flame, soot or black marks near the furnace, your CO detector alarming, or frequent flu-like symptoms among household members when the furnace runs. Our technicians test heat exchanger integrity on every service call using both combustion analysis and camera inspection.
How long does a furnace last?
Well-maintained gas furnaces typically last 18–25 years. Heat pumps last 15–20 years. With annual professional maintenance, systems routinely reach the upper end of these ranges. Without maintenance, expect failure near the 12–15 year mark. Our maintenance plans are specifically designed to extend your system's service life while keeping it safe and efficient.
Should I repair or replace my old furnace?
For furnaces under 10 years old, repair is almost always the right answer unless there's a catastrophic failure. For systems 15+ years old, we apply the 5,000 Rule: if age × repair cost exceeds $5,000, replacement typically offers better long-term value. Modern high-efficiency furnaces (95+ AFUE) can reduce heating costs by 30–40% compared to older 80% AFUE units.