Reliable Heating System Repair Services
Your heating system is especially important as temperatures dip in the winter. While Louisville isn’t especially far north, it still experiences freezing temperatures during select months of the year. Absolute Services performs heater repair in Louisville, KY to keep your system heating your home reliably. We’ll respond to a range of issues and fix them effectively and efficiently. Reach out to our team by giving us a call or filling out the form on this website.
How To Tell You Need Heater Repair Your Louisville Home
You may not be sure how to tell your heater needs to be repaired by a professional. There are a few signs that let you know there’s something wrong that should get an expert eye.
Heightened Energy Costs
Heating costs may rise occasionally due to natural reasons like a cold front requiring more heat, but if you’re not using more heating than normal a spike in your energy bill can be a sign you need heating repair.
Lack of Airflow
Poor airflow coming through your vents can be due to a low refrigerant level or clogged air filter, both of which our team can fix as part of our repair services. If left unaddressed, this can cause wear and tear that can prematurely degrade your heating system.
Loud, Consistent Noises
Pay attention to screeching, whistling, banging, or howling noises. You may have a fraying fan belt, loose parts, or other issues with your heater. It’s best if you turn off your heating system when you notice these kinds of sounds and call our technicians for assistance.
Strange Smell
If you smell mustiness, you might be dealing with a mold overgrowth in your heating system that needs to be promptly addressed. When it comes to heaters like gas-powered furnaces, the smell of rotten eggs can indicate a gas leak. In that instance, turn off your furnace and exit the property as quickly as possible.
Lack of Heat or No Heat
A heating system that stops producing enough or any heat can be the result of a few problems. If you’ve already checked your thermostat, your circuit breaker, and your pilot light, you’ll need a professional to investigate further, check the filter, your vents, and the ins and outs of your heater. Once we diagnose the issue, we can provide you with the relevant repair service to fix the malfunction and get your heat back on in full force.
Ways You Can Maintain Your Heater
There are steps you can take as a homeowner in order to optimize the performance and longevity of your heating system.
- Change the Filter: This will allow your heating system to be more efficient and save you money on your utility bills.
- Clean the Vents: While professional duct cleaning is important, in between those visits all you have to do is take a vacuum attachment and clean your vents. This will help avoid blockages from forming out of dust and debris behind your vents.
- Clear the Area Around the Heater: Whether you have a furnace or a heat pump, ensure the surrounding area is as clear as possible so air can move through your system.
- Check Your Pilot Light: Your pilot light should be burning blue, so if you check and see it’s burning yellow or orange, you’ll need your furnace repaired.
- Schedule Heating Maintenance: Make sure you’re getting your system professionally maintained, ideally once a year before winter hits.
Frequently Asked Questions About Heating Repair
Do you have questions? We can help! We’ve put together some answers to common questions we receive about heater repair in Louisville, KY. If your question still isn’t answered below, reach out to us directly and we can provide you with the desired information.
When is it better to repair than replace your heating system?
Sometimes symptoms that require heating repair and heating replacement can be similar. As a result, it’s hard for homeowners to suss out which they’re likely to need. While the final decision should be made by a licensed HVAC technician like those at Absolute Services, there are some rules of thumb:
- Minor Issue: If the repair needed is relatively small, then repair is the right choice.
- Newer System: A system that isn’t nearing the end of its lifespan is unlikely to require replacement.
- Affordable: When the repair isn’t costly, you should consider that option first.
Can a dirty air filter cause problems with my heating system?
When your air filter becomes clogged and dirty, air flow gets restricted causing your heating system to need to work harder. The harder your heater needs to work, the more prone it will be to shutting down due to overheating.
How long does heating repair take?
In many cases, repairing a heating system will only take a matter of hours. If the issue is more complex, it may take a little longer, however. For a more accurate time estimate, you should talk to one of our HVAC technicians directly.
Do you perform emergency heating repairs?
Yes, Absolute Services is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to respond to our customers’ heating emergencies. This may include loss of heat (especially if it’s cold outside), carbon monoxide or gas leak, overheating, and more.
What types of heating systems do you repair?
Our team can repair furnaces, heat pumps, and ductless mini splits.
Are heating repairs covered under warranty?
This will depend on your specific manufacturer warranty. You’ll need to check your terms and conditions for your specific heating system.
Schedule Your Heating Services
When you need heating repair in Louisville, KY, reach out to our team at Absolute Services. You can connect with us by phone or online through the form on this website.