Are you having issues with your Ottawa furnace? Is it not running as it should? By catching issues with your furnace quickly you can often avoid additional damage to your heating system. It is important to check your furnace a few times over the winter months to ensure it is working correctly. Common indications for a furnace that is not running correctly include the following:
- Strange Noises – A furnace that is not running correctly and is in need of repair often makes loud noises. These noises can include a grinding noise (indicating a problem with the bearings), and a booming noise (ignition issues that likely require a thorough cleaning).
- Furnace Turning Off and On Quickly – If you furnace is starting and stopping a few times in an hour this indicates that there may be an issue with your furnace. This issue is called “short cycling” and occurs when you furnace is overheating. The furnace has a safety mechanism inside to prevent overheating which is why it turns itself off until it is safe to start again.
- Increase in Utility Bills – Have you noticed an increase in your month to month utility bill? Your heating equipment may be the cause! This increase in usage is often attributed to a furnace that is not running efficiently. Please keep in mind that you should compare two months where the furnace was operating equally and you have not adjusted the temperature drastically during this time.
- Set Temperature Not Being Reached Quickly – If you notice that when you turn up the thermostat a couple of degrees but it takes a long time to reach these temperatures there may be an issue with your heater and your furnace may be in need of a repair.
At AirZone, we recommend that you have your furnace serviced every year. We offer professional repair services for your Ottawa furnace along with annual maintenance packages to ensure proper furnace operation. There are quite a few things that you can do to help your furnace run at it’s best. The number one thing that you can do is keep your furnace filter clean and change it every month (for 1″ filters) or every three to six months (for 4″ filters).
Furnace Repair & Service Ottawa
If you feel that your furnace is in need of a repair, AirZone offers a diagnostic service. This service includes on of our technicians coming out to your house for one low price. Our trained expert will test and inspect your heating system and diagnose any issue that may be taking place. If any issues are found, we will provide you with a written quote for what it will cost to complete the repair. If you are in need of a new furnace, we will credit you the amount of the diagnostic against the cost of a new furnace from AirZone.
The advantage of this approach for homeowners is that it provides them with options. You are not required to use AirZone for your furnace repair or replacement, and maintain full control of what happens to your furnace. We offer a very low cost diagnostic service knowing that our customers usually choose to have the repair completed by our experts. Our experience with Ottawa furnace repair services will be apparent from the moment our technicians step in your home.
You can also enjoy huge savings on our diagnostic services by signing up for one of our protection packages! Join the AirZone family and ensure your home is heated safely and efficiently over the winter months. Protection package membership includes annual service after the first visit. There are a number of added benefits to our furnace protection package program including priority emergency service. You will also ensure that you are protecting your furnace manufacturer’s warranty by having it serviced annually by a qualified heating and cooling dealer in Ottawa.
Furnace Replacement Services Ottawa
If your furnace is over 12 years old it is important to weigh the cost of any repairs against the cost of a new furnace. We don’t want you to throw money away repairing an inefficient furnace that will continue to have issues. Our goal is to provide you with the best recommendations on repair versus replacement. If you decide that you would like to purchase a new furnace, we offer great prices on furnaces from American Standard, Lennox, and Amana. We will provide you with a free no obligation written estimate to make the decision easy. Our experts are trained not to oversell but instead recommend the best system for your home regardless of price.
Thank you for reading and thank you for your interest in AirZone HVAC Services!
