Top 10 furnace repair services in Hayward, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Fast Water Heater
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
(1,470)
Fast Water Heater Company provides expert installation and repair of hot water heaters in Northern California, in San Francisco, the Bay Area and San Jose. We have been in business since 1985, with hundreds of thousands of satisfied water heater customers. All of our technicians are company employee...Read more about Fast Water Heater
Fast Water Heater Company provides expert installation and repair of hot water heaters in Northern California, in San Francisco, the Bay Area and San Jose. We have been in business since 1985, with hundreds of thousands of satisfied water heater customers. All of our technicians are company employee...Read more about Fast Water Heater
Porch Pro Headshot Fast Water Heater
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
(920)
Fast Water Heater Company provides expert installation and repair of hot water heaters in Northern California, in San Francisco, the Bay Area and San Jose. We have been in business since 1985, with hundreds of thousands of satisfied water heater customers. All of our technicians are company employee...Read more about Fast Water Heater
Fast Water Heater Company provides expert installation and repair of hot water heaters in Northern California, in San Francisco, the Bay Area and San Jose. We have been in business since 1985, with hundreds of thousands of satisfied water heater customers. All of our technicians are company employee...Read more about Fast Water Heater
Porch Pro Headshot Comfy Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
(379)
Comfy Heating & Air Conditioning is the local HVAC contractor for the San Ramon, CA area.
Comfy Heating & Air Conditioning is the local HVAC contractor for the San Ramon, CA area.
Porch Pro Headshot A Plus Heating & Air-Conditioning
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
(33)
A Plus Heating & Air Conditioning offers the most current technology in "Total Indoor Comfort" products and services for residential central heating and air at reasonable prices. Maintaining a close relationship with leading manufactures in the industry is crucial in supporting our efforts to offer ...Read more about A Plus Heating & Air-Conditioning
A Plus Heating & Air Conditioning offers the most current technology in "Total Indoor Comfort" products and services for residential central heating and air at reasonable prices. Maintaining a close relationship with leading manufactures in the industry is crucial in supporting our efforts to offer ...Read more about A Plus Heating & Air-Conditioning
Porch Pro Headshot Air Duct Cleaning Belmont
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
(5)
"It was obvious that we were losing energy and thought of checking the air ducts. This air duct cleaning company was recommended by a friend who had hired these guys a while back. We called to ask some questions and appreciated that this guy took the time to explain several things. Another guy showe...Read more about Air Duct Cleaning Belmont
"It was obvious that we were losing energy and thought of checking the air ducts. This air duct cleaning company was recommended by a friend who had hired these guys a while back. We called to ask some questions and appreciated that this guy took the time to explain several things. Another guy showe...Read more about Air Duct Cleaning Belmont
Porch Pro Headshot Atlas Heating & Ventilating Co.
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
As the oldest heating and ventilating company in the Bay Area (founded in 1908), Atlas has been as much a part of San Francisco as the cable cars and Golden Gate Bridge, helping to rebuild the City after the 1906 earthquake. Atlas' history is a veritable history of the furnace itself. In 1908, most...Read more about Atlas Heating & Ventilating Co.
As the oldest heating and ventilating company in the Bay Area (founded in 1908), Atlas has been as much a part of San Francisco as the cable cars and Golden Gate Bridge, helping to rebuild the City after the 1906 earthquake. Atlas' history is a veritable history of the furnace itself. In 1908, most...Read more about Atlas Heating & Ventilating Co.
Porch Pro Headshot Five Star Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
Whether you’re rushing to get out the door in the morning or you and your family are returning to your home at the end of a long day, a comfortable and reliable home is an absolute must for a happy family. That’s why we at Five Star Cooling worked hard to gather the most knowledgeable, versatile, an...Read more about Five Star Cooling
Whether you’re rushing to get out the door in the morning or you and your family are returning to your home at the end of a long day, a comfortable and reliable home is an absolute must for a happy family. That’s why we at Five Star Cooling worked hard to gather the most knowledgeable, versatile, an...Read more about Five Star Cooling
Porch Pro Headshot Champion Heat and Air  Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
(14)
Champion Heat and Air understands how important Indoor Air Quality is to you and your family and we're working to bring you energy-efficient products that improve the quality of your air.
Champion Heat and Air understands how important Indoor Air Quality is to you and your family and we're working to bring you energy-efficient products that improve the quality of your air.
Porch Pro Headshot Airteks.com Inc
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
Our business is our livelihood but it is also so much more. Airteks.com Inc was started to fill in a void in the current market and to make a business that people can place their trust in. Over the years we have never lost our commitment to our clients and that is what has allowed us to succeed in a...Read more about Airteks.com Inc
Our business is our livelihood but it is also so much more. Airteks.com Inc was started to fill in a void in the current market and to make a business that people can place their trust in. Over the years we have never lost our commitment to our clients and that is what has allowed us to succeed in a...Read more about Airteks.com Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Heating And Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
Heating and air conditioning repair and installation in San Francisco Ca.
Heating and air conditioning repair and installation in San Francisco Ca.

Frequently asked questions about heating & furnace repair companies

Your furnace should be cleaned every year or every two years at the most. A yearly furnace cleaning can catch small problems and fix them before they become serious repairs. It's like how changing the oil in your car may prevent a breakdown in the future. You should plan to have your furnace cleaned before you need it in the winter. Most people leave this to the last minute, and HVAC companies become very busy as the temperature drops.

Some indicators that your furnace needs to be cleaned:

  • The temperature is inconsistent from room to room.
  • Your furnace is struggling to maintain the temperature you set.
  • The furnace produces no heat at all.
  • You have a higher than expected energy bill after turning it on.
  • You smell rubber, smoke, or oil when you turn it on. (It's normal to smell dust).
  • Your furnace flame is any color but blue, which can indicate an imbalance in the gasses.
  • It makes a loud bang, howling, or whistling sound. This points to clogged air filters, dirty burners, or a restricted fuel supply.

Some people consider cleaning the furnace in the spring rather than in the fall. The best practice is to vacuum the furnace out in the spring, then do your annual maintenance in the late summer or fall.

Regular furnace maintenance can extend your furnace’s life by years and prevent some costly repairs. Regular furnace maintenance involves taking apart essential components, inspecting and cleaning them, then reassembling them for use. These components include your furnace filter, blower, burners, and flame sensors.

You can tackle a lot of this work on your own. It may take a few hours to familiarize yourself with the tools and equipment if it's your first time maintaining your furnace. Once you know the drill, furnace maintenance shouldn’t take more than a couple of hours. Start by shutting off the furnace's electrical power and fuel supply. Once that’s done, the combustion chamber can be accessed, vacuumed out, and inspected for holes. If you find any holes, patch them with foil tape.

Next, thoroughly clean the blower compartment. This will remove dirt and debris. Like with the combustion chamber, you or a professional need to inspect for any holes. Don’t forget to replace the air filter. You may be able to upgrade the air filter so it protects against mildew, pollen, and other airborne allergens. If you have an oil furnace, you’ll also want to replace the oil filter. This should be done annually. Finally, oil the machine bearings, taking care not to over-lubricate them.

If your furnace makes odd noises, you should hire a professional as soon as possible. There are a few other indicators that your furnace needs professional attention. Excessive soot could mean your burners need adjustment or that the heat exchanger needs replacing. If your flame is pale in color or irregular, this can indicate dirty burners or a cracked heat exchanger. This is a potential hazard and requires a professional to investigate. If your furnace is short-cycling (which means it only runs for a short period of time before shutting off), you may have a thermostat issue or an overheating exchanger. This also requires the expertise of a professional.

You should have your furnace serviced annually for the best results. Some people will wait every two years, though better maintenance schedules often mean fewer surprises. Most times, when a furnace stops providing heat without warning in the winter, the issue could have been solved with a maintenance call the season beforehand. Maintained furnaces run at their best efficiency, which helps your energy bill.

Furnace services can reveal carbon monoxide leaks, a health hazard that needs to be fixed immediately. If left untreated, carbon monoxide can lead to dizziness, nausea, headaches, and even death.

When hiring a professional, whether for annual maintenance or repairs, a quick search for “Furnace repair near me” will bring up several local companies to hire. Most states require HVAC companies to be licensed. They should also be fully insured and bonded. A great HVAC repair company will be transparent in what they do and what they charge, and they should be able to show documentation if requested. HVAC companies get quite busy as the temperature drops, so consider calling in the late summer and get ahead of the rush.

Your HVAC company should be able to give you an estimate of what repairs will cost. Oil and gas furnace repairs cost more than their electrical competitors, but their maintenance costs should be similar. If your furnace is over ten years old, you should prioritize annual maintenance. Most furnaces need to be replaced within ten to twenty years. Most furnace companies will advise that any serious repairs to an older furnace may not last long and that replacing your furnace would be the best option.

If your furnace is not producing heat, there are several components you should check. Start with the thermostat - is it switched to “heat”? What temperature does the thermostat say compared to the actual room temperature? Try setting the thermostat to five degrees higher and see if the furnace kicks on. Replace the battery and check the wiring for any breaks. Ensure there are no loose wires within the thermostat, and blow away any dust while you’re in there.

Check the fuse box and the power switch for the furnace and ensure that everything is switched on. Occasionally, a clogged filter can cause the furnace to shut off, so check your filters next. The gas line should be open, but may be switched off for whatever reason. If the drain hose is particularly dirty or the chimney flue is clogged, this could also be why your furnace doesn’t produce any heat. Clean them of dust and debris and try the furnace again. After that, check the heat vents and ducting. Clogs in those areas may also affect your furnace’s heat.

If you’ve tried all that and your furnace still isn’t turning on, it’s time to call a professional to get your furnace repaired. They’ll also run through these basic troubleshooting steps, then move on to the complex components and causes of failure within furnaces. If your furnace is older than fifteen years or breaks down regularly, you may want to consider replacing it. New models are more efficient, and repairs can be expensive in the long run.

If you’re looking to have your furnace serviced or tuned up, the cost will depend on the type. An electric furnace can cost between $70 to $130 for a tune-up. Gas furnace tune-ups can cost between $80 to $170, whereas oil furnaces can cost between $100 to $200. A tune-up involves an inspection of the flues and vents, air filters, ignitor switches, fan belts, blowers, motors, electrical components, the heat exchanger, the condensate drain, and testing the thermostat.

Some HVAC companies have two standards for maintenance calls. A basic maintenance call will include a cleaning and offer a diagnostics report. The advanced maintenance call will involve a full tune-up and cleaning of your furnace’s sensors. This can cost between $130 to $200, whereas the basic (or standard) may cost between $70 to $130.

Other factors may alter the cost of furnace maintenance. If you do this at a slower time of year for HVAC companies, you may pay less. Also, if you have several HVAC systems, you may be able to get a discount. You may be charged more if your HVAC system is hard to reach. Some HVAC companies offer a discount for a maintenance plan. Others may charge more if you haven’t serviced the furnace in over a year, as more work will be involved.

The cost to repair a furnace is much higher than the cost to maintain one. The average repair cost for a furnace is anywhere from $100 to $600, based on the issue. There's a hidden cost as well - if your furnace is under warranty and you neglected the annual maintenance, the furnace company may not honor the warranty.

Furnaces make several different noises which indicate different problems. If your furnace is banging or booming when you turn it on, this likely indicates a delayed ignition. This can be attributed to a defective ignitor, a weak flame or pilot light, low gas pressure, or a burner malfunction. You should consult an HVAC professional for all these issues, as working with gas and fuel can be tricky.

Intermittent banging or booming is most likely caused by expanding and detracting ductwork. This doesn't necessarily need a fix, unless the noise is preventing you from sleeping at night. You’ll need to fortify the ductwork or replace it with round ductwork. Your furnace may make a dry squeal if any belts or bearings are worn. You can fix this yourself for relatively cheap, but a worn belt points to a lack of cleaning and maintenance. You may want to call a professional to inspect for other potential repairs that may be in your future.

If your furnace makes a high-pitched wail, it’s most likely an airflow problem. A dirty air filter and closed or blocked vents are your likely culprits. Rattling means a part is loose or your heat exchanger is cracked. If you hear the rattling right after you turn the furnace on, it's probably the heat exchanger. The rattling is likely the metal coils expanding. If you hear a constant humming, this is likely a motor problem for either the blower or the inducer. Humming sounds from your furnace requires a professional right away.

A furnace is a large machine. Like a car engine, if it’s making a noise that it shouldn’t, this is usually a warning sign before it breaks down entirely. Every time you use your furnace while it needs repairing, you risk damaging it further and racking up a higher repair bill.

Recent reviews for Hayward furnace repair services

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All Heating & Furnace Repair Companies in Hayward, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Golden Bay Tech
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
(52)
With over 26 years of experience serving the San Francisco Bay Area, Golden Bay Tech is your solution for all your repair needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next ...Read more about Golden Bay Tech
With over 26 years of experience serving the San Francisco Bay Area, Golden Bay Tech is your solution for all your repair needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next ...Read more about Golden Bay Tech
Porch Pro Headshot Dale A. Miller Heating, Cooling & Electrical
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
Dale A. Miller Heating, Cooling and Electrical is a family owned and operated business serving the East Bay since 1987. Dale has worked in HVAC since 1974. Prior to having his own business, he worked for his father Joe at Miller's Heating & Air Conditioning. Joe taught him the importance of a ...Read more about Dale A. Miller Heating, Cooling & Electrical
Dale A. Miller Heating, Cooling and Electrical is a family owned and operated business serving the East Bay since 1987. Dale has worked in HVAC since 1974. Prior to having his own business, he worked for his father Joe at Miller's Heating & Air Conditioning. Joe taught him the importance of a ...Read more about Dale A. Miller Heating, Cooling & Electrical
Porch Pro Headshot JEM Appliance Service & Repair
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
We provide residential appliance repair services for all kinds of household appliances. Our experts come to your site to provide you with a quote fixing your appliance. We offer prompt responses and emergency services to repair your appliances as soon as possible.
We provide residential appliance repair services for all kinds of household appliances. Our experts come to your site to provide you with a quote fixing your appliance. We offer prompt responses and emergency services to repair your appliances as soon as possible.
Porch Pro Headshot D & G Heating and Cooling Co.
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
It is our mission to provide every single customer high quality, fast service with integrity. Our owner-operated business strives to provide you with a positive experience from the moment our service technician arrives at your home or place of business. Your comfort, safety and satisfaction are our ...Read more about D & G Heating and Cooling Co.
It is our mission to provide every single customer high quality, fast service with integrity. Our owner-operated business strives to provide you with a positive experience from the moment our service technician arrives at your home or place of business. Your comfort, safety and satisfaction are our ...Read more about D & G Heating and Cooling Co.
Porch Pro Headshot KRB Appliance Repair in Stockton
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
KRB Appliance Repair in Stockton Stockton, CA, 95206 (209) 346-1827 KRB Appliance Repair in Stockton offers professional appliance repair services. We provide our services in the Stockton, CA area. Feel free to contact us today! Appliance Repair,Appliance Service Morada, CA Appliance Repair Service,...Read more about KRB Appliance Repair in Stockton
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Porch Pro Headshot Air-Eaze Heating and Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
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Porch Pro Headshot O.A.R. Heating & Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
Porch Pro Headshot AMEN ELECTRIC INC
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
Based out of San Mateo, Amen Electric is an HVAC contractor that offers over 2 decades of experience and provides HVAC installation, air conditioning maintenance, gas leak detection and other services. In June of 2011, they finished a water heater install in the Sugarloaf neighborhood using a permit...Read more about AMEN ELECTRIC INC
Based out of San Mateo, Amen Electric is an HVAC contractor that offers over 2 decades of experience and provides HVAC installation, air conditioning maintenance, gas leak detection and other services. In June of 2011, they finished a water heater install in the Sugarloaf neighborhood using a permit...Read more about AMEN ELECTRIC INC
Porch Pro Headshot AA Heating & A/C
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
Porch Pro Headshot Phase One Handimansvr
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
Phase One Handimansvr provides professional and affordable handyman services in San Leandro, CA. Give us a call. Commercial Handyman, Painting Service, Plumbing, Electrical Work, Handyman Ashland CA;San Lorenzo CA;Cherryland CA;Castro Valley CA;Fairview CA Handyman Service, Reliable Handyman, Reside...Read more about Phase One Handimansvr
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Porch Pro Headshot A-9 Towing - San Leandro
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
A-9 Towing - San Leandro provides 24/7 towing and wrecking services in the San Leandro, CA area. Call for prompt towing services and emergency roadside assistance. Contact our tow truck company for more information about our services. Roadside Assistance, Roadside Service, 24 Hour Towing, Auto Wreck...Read more about A-9 Towing - San Leandro
A-9 Towing - San Leandro provides 24/7 towing and wrecking services in the San Leandro, CA area. Call for prompt towing services and emergency roadside assistance. Contact our tow truck company for more information about our services. Roadside Assistance, Roadside Service, 24 Hour Towing, Auto Wreck...Read more about A-9 Towing - San Leandro
Porch Pro Headshot SM Value Appliance Servise , Inc & HVAC
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
Porch Pro Headshot All Temp Refrigeration Co
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California
All Temp Refrigeration Co, based out of Walnut Creek, is an HVAC company. They offer gas leak detection, gas line repair and more.
All Temp Refrigeration Co, based out of Walnut Creek, is an HVAC company. They offer gas leak detection, gas line repair and more.
Porch Pro Headshot Accurate Construction
Furnace Repair
Serves Hayward, California

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Furnace Repair
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Heating and cooling system repair
Item to repair
Furnace
Furnace fuel source
Natural gas
Furnace problems
It won't turn on or off
When problems started
I'm not sure
Furnace age
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Furnace Repair
Start Date
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Furnace fuel source
Natural gas
Furnace problems
It won't turn on or off
When problems started
I'm not sure
Furnace age
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