If you’ve never suffered through a broken heater or furnace during freezing temperatures, consider yourself lucky. But, if your system breaks down when you need it most, you can count on the professionals at Central Heating to be there for emergency heating repair day or night.
Unlike other heating contractors, we have a live operator in the office 24/7 to answer your call — never a recording or messaging service, which means you get the help you need more quickly.
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When to Call a 24 Hour Heating Repair Service
As the weather turns colder, Hawkestone homeowners trust their heaters or furnaces are ready to do battle against Old Man Winter to keep them warm and comfortable for months on end
However, sometimes the system you rely on isn’t performing as it should, and you may wonder if it’s better to call for emergency repair or schedule an appointment for regular business hours.
Here are situations where calling for emergency help is recommended.
Cold Air
If your furnace blows lukewarm or cold air, your home can become an icebox quickly during below-zero temperatures. Depending on how long you’re facing being without heat, it’s usually better to call for emergency help than suffering.
Unresponsive Thermostat
If you find you’re fiddling with the thermostat, but the heater isn’t responding, you may be tempted to troubleshoot the problem yourself. However, you can waste hours and not find the solution. Instead of wasting time and ending up with no heat, call a professional for emergency heating repair.
Unusual Noises
It’s typical for a heater or furnace to make noise when operating; however, if you notice sounds you’ve not heard before, don’t shrug them off because not calling for immediate repair could put your system in danger of failing and requiring replacement.
Gas Odour
If you have a gas-powered furnace and smell that distinctive odour of gas in the house, it’s crucial you not wait and call for help immediately to ensure the safety of your family and home.
Erring on the Side of Caution
When faced with a furnace or heater problem and you’re unsure whether to call for emergency repairs, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and call to ensure the health, safety, and comfort of your family.
3 Signs You May Soon Need Heating Replacement
Today’s heaters and furnace systems are designed to run efficiently and trouble-free for years. However, like all machines, these too will eventually wear out and need replacing no matter how well-maintained they are.
Here are the three most common signs your heater is past the time for repairs, and a replacement is on the horizon.
Increased Repair Frequency
If your heating system constantly needs repairs, it’s a surefire sign it’s ready for the scrap heap. Throwing money into a dying system to keep it running one more season doesn’t make financial sense; instead, put that repair money towards a new, more reliable system.
Your Heater Requires Exorbitant Repairs
We understand how shocking it is to be told your heater needs an expensive repair, especially considering all the money you’ve sunk into it over its lifetime. However, this might be a blessing in disguise. Heating systems are most likely to require expensive repairs when they reach the end of their lifespans, so a good rule of thumb is if the repair cost is half or more than half the cost of a new unit, replacement is the logical option.
Age
Lastly, your heater might be running fine, but age eventually catches up with everything, including your furnace. The average lifespan of a heater is between 15 and 20 years, depending on various factors like the model and how much wear and tear it’s undergone. However, once your heater reaches the upper echelon of its natural lifespan, it’s time to weigh your options on replacing it before it becomes a money pit of repairs.
If your heater isn’t up to snuff anymore, call Central Heating and ask about our furnace installation options.
To keep your heater or furnace in top condition for as long as possible, request a protection plan for money-saving options on parts and labour.
4 Ways You Can Benefit From a Heater Tune-Up
As a homeowner, the maintenance chores never seem to end. And for many people, heater and furnace maintenance falls to the bottom of the list and never gets done. Or worse, people don’t think it’s worth the money to hire a professional to perform routine system checkups.
But, here are four reasons why you shouldn’t ignore this crucial task.
It Prevents Catastrophic Breakdowns
If you’re one of those people that think furnace maintenance is too costly, imagine how much you’ll have to shell out if your system fails, especially in the middle of winter. By scheduling annual furnace maintenance, you save money in the long run by preventing costly repairs and the chance of sudden system failure.
It Prevents Gas Leaks
If you own a gas furnace, you need to stay on top of your furnace’s health. When a furnace wears down, it can leak carbon monoxide, which can be deadly to people in large amounts. With routine system maintenance, a certified furnace technician will spot issues that could lead to gas leaks and fix them before they do any harm.
It Prolongs Your Furnace’s Lifespan
A new furnace installation is expensive, so it’s wise to do all you can to keep your current system running efficiently for as long as possible. Failing to perform routine maintenance is a guaranteed way to ensure your system fails well before its time.
It Increases Energy Efficiency & Comfort
Your home heater or furnace is one of the largest energy consumers in the home, and when the system works harder than it has to, it can drive your energy expenses through the roof as it struggles to keep you comfortable. Routine maintenance keeps the furnace running efficiently, which keeps your energy bills at reasonable rates and provides your family with even comfort throughout the house.
