Emergency Heating Service: Signs It’s Time to Call in the Experts

Throughout much of history, winter signaled a coming fight for survival against the cold. People would huddle around fires and wear what seemed like a hundred pounds of clothing just to stay warm. These days, though, the cold is merely an inconvenience should we venture outside. Or that’s all it’s supposed to be until your heating system breaks down. In this circumstance, you can fight for survival or you can call for emergency heating service. The answer is (hopefully) obvious.

Ideally, a heating system would work like a charm forever and ever, but as with any piece of equipment, breakdowns can happen. The trick is to know the signs that such a breakdown is about to happen. When you’re able to identify an impending failure, you can get ahead of it by calling us to address the problem. In this blog, we’ll discuss the warning signs of a heating system breakdown and why heating repair services are crucial to your safety.

No Heat or Weak Airflow

We’ll start with perhaps the most apparent sign it’s time to call for emergency HVAC repair. If no heat is being produced and your house feels like an icebox, something is clearly wrong. Some potential culprits:

• A busted blower motor that is failing to circulate air
• A malfunctioning thermostat that fails to let your furnace know it’s time to start
• A clogged air filter that’s causing strain on your system by restricting airflow

No matter what’s at the heart of the issue, lack of warm air in the middle of a cold winter qualifies as an emergency and warrants emergency heating service. The symptoms listed above should be addressed by a trained professional, so give us a call if you’re in this unfortunate situation.

Strange Noises or Burning Smells

“What’s that smell?” That’s a question that rarely has a pleasant answer, and when it comes to HVAC units and the like, it’s certainly cause for concern. If you notice any suspicious odors (likely burning), shut off any heating equipment that’s running and call us ASAP.

Similarly, strange noises coming from your unit are also cause for concern. We’re not talking about the normal startup noises or the general hum of operation. We’re talking banging, rattling, screeching, or grinding: anything that sets off alarm bells in your head. These noises could herald overheating or wiring issues, which are both serious.

Frequent System Shutoffs or Inability to Start

We know this one may seem obvious, but it’s so important to address that we’re highlighting it in this blog. If your system is only running for a few minutes at a time before shutting off, that’s a problem. Similarly, you have an emergency on your hands if it isn’t starting at all. The causes of this issue could be related to your thermostat or control board, but we won’t be able to say for certain until we’re onsite performing emergency heating service.

Huge Energy Bills

Most of us know the gut wrenching feeling of looking at a utility bill that’s way higher than we expected. After all, nobody likes to dish out large amounts of money they weren’t planning on spending. If you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, take stock of your recent habits regarding your electrical use. Have they changed?

If the answer is no, your high bill may be due to faulty HVAC equipment. Sure, your house is the temperature you set your thermostat to, but maybe the system is working entirely too hard to maintain that warmth. This could be due to dirty filters, blocked airflow, or other component malfunctions.

Uneven Heating or Cold Spots

You may notice that some rooms in your home are nice and toasty while others feel like the inside of your freezer. This uneven heating is likely the result of:

• Leaky or outright blocked ducts that are preventing airflow
• Thermostat issues that are resulting in temperature imbalances
• System strain caused by a system that’s too small for the house it’s heating

One of our HVAC technicians can perform a much-needed system check to identify the issue that’s causing so much trouble. Accurate diagnosis means the proper heating repair services can be performed.

Holtzople: The Best in Emergency Heating Service 

Your heating system is an amazing piece of equipment. WIth so many components and working parts, it’s no wonder that issues may pop up here and there. To respond to such incidents, the technicians at Holtzople are always on standby to make sure you don’t have to endure a heating emergency any longer than you need to.

If you find yourself without heat this winter (or if you want to avoid the situation with preventative maintenance), get in touch. We’ll bring the heat!