Heating repair services are often necessary during the cold season when temperatures can dip to near freezing. It can be dangerous these problems.
Most homes in the United States are heated with either boilers or furnaces. Boilers are essential to the efficiency and proper functioning of many systems in homes. They power most houses that use radiant heating systems. A boiler is a solid-fuel,
propane, or oil-burning appliance that makes steam or hot water, which is then circulated throughout a house.
When a person has an old, poorly functioning, or improperly sized boiler in their home, the best option is just to get it replaced with a more cost efficient model. Many homeowners have saved a great deal of money when their old coal burner was switched to a gas or oil boiler. However, just because the system is new, doesn't necessarily mean it is the best fit. Having a knowledgeable heating repair technician come to your home for an inspection will give you a clear understanding of what your options are.
For homes that are warmed by a furnace, most heating repair is best left to professionals. If your problem cannot be solved by making simple adjustments to the thermostat or by changing/cleaning your filter, you may need to call a professional.
A furnace is a major appliance that warms up an interior space by means of hot water, steam, or air. In the U.S., the most common type of fuel source for newer combustion furnaces is natural gas. Other fuel sources include wood, coal, oil, or propane.
AC and heating repair specialists can also fix and install heat pumps. A pump is a piece of equipment that causes heat to move from one area to another mechanically. This device can keep a home cool in the summer and can keep it warm in the winter. The following are several types of pumps available.
Ground Source Pumps
These pumps are also referred to as geothermal pumps. They draw warmth into a home from the ground when it's cold, but when it's hot outside they can cool down a home as well.
Air-Source Pumps
In the winter, this pump pulls heat inside from the outdoor air. In the summer, the process is inverted.
Absorption Pumps
These pumps are driven by sources such as water, propane, and natural gas as opposed to using electricity.
Many professionals in AC and heating repair can provide additional services other than fixing heaters, such as completing duct work, converting oil systems to gas, installing thermostats, and more. They can also get the proper permits that are needed for the job prior to the installation or repairs, and will thoroughly inspect all finished work.
