Heat pump or furnace? That is the first thing that matters when the heat quits in Bonita Springs, FL, because the two fail in completely different ways. Heat pumps tend to ice over when defrost stops working, get stuck in cooling when a reversing valve fails, or quietly lean on the electric backup strips, at several times the normal operating cost, when the outdoor unit dies. Gas furnaces usually come down to the flame sensor: once oxide coats it, the burners light but the flame cannot be proven, so the board cuts the gas and locks out after three tries. After that, the usual suspects are cracked hot surface igniters, stuck pressure switches, clogged condensate traps on high-efficiency models, and blower motors at the end of their life.
Most of our service calls are for Furnace Repair. That's the place to start if you need a fix today.
Warning Signs for Heating Repair
Recognizing the warning signs early can save you time and money. Keep an eye out for the following clues:
- A heat pump's outdoor unit encased in frost or ice
- A loud boom when the burners light, which points to delayed ignition
- No warm air at the registers even with the heat turned up
- Burning, musty, or rotten-egg odors when the heat runs
- Some rooms warm while others stay stubbornly cold
- The system starting and stopping every few minutes without warming the house
- Higher heating bills with less comfort to show for them
- Clicking and failed ignition attempts before the furnace gives up
Don't Wait for a Total Failure
Left unchecked, even a small fault or temperature swing often signals a system working its way toward a breakdown. If you notice any of these signs, call (239) 221-1617 for a prompt inspection.
