Heating
Furnace and heater repair in Leander, Texas
A furnace that will not light feels urgent on a cold morning. Call to reach an independent HVAC contractor for heating repair.
Common furnace problems
A furnace that sits idle through the long cooling season can show a fault the first morning it is needed.
- No heat, or heat that stops after a few minutes.
- A furnace that starts, runs briefly and shuts down.
- The blower runs constantly or not at all.
- Strange smells, clicking or a ticking from the ductwork.
- A pilot or igniter that fails to light.
Safety first
The Consumer Product Safety Commission urges a yearly professional inspection of all fuel-burning home heating systems. If you smell gas, leave the house and call your gas utility from outside. Do not use switches or lighters inside.
A carbon monoxide alarm near each sleeping area is a basic precaution. Replace the batteries on a schedule and test the alarm.
Source: CPSC home heating equipment guidance.
What the visit covers
The technician checks the thermostat call for heat, the flame sensor and igniter, the gas valve, the blower motor, the filter and the venting. Some no-heat calls come down to a dirty flame sensor, a failed igniter or a blocked filter.
Propane and gas
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation says contractors who install or repair LP gas appliances need certification through the Texas Railroad Commission. If your furnace burns propane, ask about that certification as well as the air conditioning license.
Questions people ask
Is a cold house an emergency?
It can be for infants, older adults or anyone unwell. Say so on the call.
Should I relight the pilot myself?
Follow the furnace label if it gives instructions. If the pilot will not stay lit, stop and call.
Ready to talk to an independent HVAC contractor?
Dial the number and say what the system is doing. The call connects you with an independent contractor who serves Leander and nearby towns.