Top 10 furnace repair services in Hilliard, OH

Porch Pro Headshot Pickerington Heating and Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(8,743)
Porch Pro Headshot Total Comfort Heating & Cooling  Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(475)
Porch Pro Headshot KNOW Heating Ltd.
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(133)
KNOW Heating Ltd. is licensed by the state of Ohio, LIC# 46100, to do residential and commercial heating, cooling, and ventilation, with more than three times the required insurance for your protection. Permitting all installations, our work is inspected by the city to ensure that it meets or excee...Read more about KNOW Heating Ltd.
KNOW Heating Ltd. is licensed by the state of Ohio, LIC# 46100, to do residential and commercial heating, cooling, and ventilation, with more than three times the required insurance for your protection. Permitting all installations, our work is inspected by the city to ensure that it meets or excee...Read more about KNOW Heating Ltd.
Porch Pro Headshot Pure Comfort Heating & Cooling, LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(113)
The HVAC technicians at Pure Comfort Heating and Cooling LLC in Lancaster, Ohio, bring more than 25 years of experience in selling, installing, and repairing heating and cooling systems for homeowners in Greater Fairfield County. Trust your family's comfort year round to our heating and cooling tea...Read more about Pure Comfort Heating & Cooling, LLC
The HVAC technicians at Pure Comfort Heating and Cooling LLC in Lancaster, Ohio, bring more than 25 years of experience in selling, installing, and repairing heating and cooling systems for homeowners in Greater Fairfield County. Trust your family's comfort year round to our heating and cooling tea...Read more about Pure Comfort Heating & Cooling, LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Northwest Appliance
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(63)
"Extremely professional and well equipped to do quality work quickly. They had a repairman to our house within an hour of calling them and our dryer was fixed in less than an hour. Top notch—will only be using this company going forward!"
"Extremely professional and well equipped to do quality work quickly. They had a repairman to our house within an hour of calling them and our dryer was fixed in less than an hour. Top notch—will only be using this company going forward!"
Porch Pro Headshot Mr. Mechanical, LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(154)
Porch Pro Headshot Dryer Vent Wizard of Central Ohio
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(72)
Rick Gutridge is franchise owner/operator of Dryer Vent Wizard (DVW), Dry Clothes, Safe Homes, a home service franchise based in Pickerington, Ohio serving all of central Ohio. Mr. Gutridge purchased the rights to franchise DVW in August, 2006. Dryer Vent Wizard specializes in dryer fire preventi...Read more about Dryer Vent Wizard of Central Ohio
Rick Gutridge is franchise owner/operator of Dryer Vent Wizard (DVW), Dry Clothes, Safe Homes, a home service franchise based in Pickerington, Ohio serving all of central Ohio. Mr. Gutridge purchased the rights to franchise DVW in August, 2006. Dryer Vent Wizard specializes in dryer fire preventi...Read more about Dryer Vent Wizard of Central Ohio
Porch Pro Headshot Production Heating and Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
Our history of prompt and reliable 24/7 service earned over three generations of family ownership has made Production Heating & Cooling one of the most respected and trusted companies in the region. Whether you are building, remodeling, replacing worn out equipment or you just need service, don't h...Read more about Production Heating and Cooling
Our history of prompt and reliable 24/7 service earned over three generations of family ownership has made Production Heating & Cooling one of the most respected and trusted companies in the region. Whether you are building, remodeling, replacing worn out equipment or you just need service, don't h...Read more about Production Heating and Cooling
Porch Pro Headshot Elite Heating & Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(135)
Based out of Pataskala, Elite Heating & Cooling is an HVAC contractor that provides gas leak detection, attic ventilation, water line installation and more. They finished an HVAC install in April of 2008 using a permit acquired from the city of Columbus.
Based out of Pataskala, Elite Heating & Cooling is an HVAC contractor that provides gas leak detection, attic ventilation, water line installation and more. They finished an HVAC install in April of 2008 using a permit acquired from the city of Columbus.
Porch Pro Headshot Heating and Cooling Part and Service Center
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(22)
We offer a wide variety of services from repairs and replacements to indoor air quality and scheduled maintenance agreements. We do it all at truly affordable prices. We stand behind our work with a full 30 day labor warranty on our service repairs We also offer FREE replacement estimates. Whatev...Read more about Heating and Cooling Part and Service Center
We offer a wide variety of services from repairs and replacements to indoor air quality and scheduled maintenance agreements. We do it all at truly affordable prices. We stand behind our work with a full 30 day labor warranty on our service repairs We also offer FREE replacement estimates. Whatev...Read more about Heating and Cooling Part and Service Center

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 Hilliard furnace repair services

53652

Bill was wonderful, sadly Todd has failed he threatened to shoot me and kill me today just because I needed his help with my furnace I will never go to munzer again and I will advise everyone I know to steer clear of him. Bill was 10 times the man Todd is...

- Luke Mitchell
335507

Marcus was great! Friendly, on time, fast work, and reasonable pricing. I will definitely call him when I need electric repairs in the future.

- Elizabeth Engan
44941

Poor service, I had to hire another company to re-fix what they repaired. Poor communication and hard to get in touch with once they are done with their work.

- danie B

All Heating & Furnace Repair Companies in Hilliard, OH

Porch Pro Headshot Lancaster Heating & Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
Lancaster Heating & Air is the best HVAC company in Lancaster, OH. We offer a range of services including: Furnace Installation Furnace Repair & Maintenance Air Conditioner Installation Air Conditioning Repair & Maintenance Air Duct Cleaning Heat Pump Installs Commercial HVAC Providing HVAC in Lanca...Read more about Lancaster Heating & Air
Lancaster Heating & Air is the best HVAC company in Lancaster, OH. We offer a range of services including: Furnace Installation Furnace Repair & Maintenance Air Conditioner Installation Air Conditioning Repair & Maintenance Air Duct Cleaning Heat Pump Installs Commercial HVAC Providing HVAC in Lanca...Read more about Lancaster Heating & Air
Porch Pro Headshot Marcus Enterprises
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(4)
"Marcus did an excellent job of hanging our two ceiling fans in vaulted rooms with no previous electric. He was fast, prompt, very friendly, and reasonable priced! We will continue to use him for all of our future electrical needs!!"
"Marcus did an excellent job of hanging our two ceiling fans in vaulted rooms with no previous electric. He was fast, prompt, very friendly, and reasonable priced! We will continue to use him for all of our future electrical needs!!"
Porch Pro Headshot Falcon Heating and Air Ltd
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
Porch Pro Headshot Dublin Heating & Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
With over three generations of experience and 30 years personally, Bob Chervin and Dublin Heating and Cooling has separated itself from the pack as an honest, quality driven contractor. Our expertise is listening to the needs of our customers and doing what they ask us to do. When asked we will prov...Read more about Dublin Heating & Cooling
With over three generations of experience and 30 years personally, Bob Chervin and Dublin Heating and Cooling has separated itself from the pack as an honest, quality driven contractor. Our expertise is listening to the needs of our customers and doing what they ask us to do. When asked we will prov...Read more about Dublin Heating & Cooling
Porch Pro Headshot Perfect Balance Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
We believe in doing it right the first time...every time. With over 40 years of experience, rely on Perfect Balance for all your commercial & residential HVAC needs. Contact us today for a free estimate! Perfect Balance offers a range of heating products for gas, electric and geothermal systems. ...Read more about Perfect Balance Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
We believe in doing it right the first time...every time. With over 40 years of experience, rely on Perfect Balance for all your commercial & residential HVAC needs. Contact us today for a free estimate! Perfect Balance offers a range of heating products for gas, electric and geothermal systems. ...Read more about Perfect Balance Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Logan Services Inc. - Columbus
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
Logan A/C and Heat Services is proud to help homeowners in Columbus, Ohio with heating and air conditioning services. As the city of Columbus, as well its suburbs throughout Franklin county, were growing, the need for quality HVAC dealers emerged. Logan Services began offering free estimates for new...Read more about Logan Services Inc. - Columbus
Logan A/C and Heat Services is proud to help homeowners in Columbus, Ohio with heating and air conditioning services. As the city of Columbus, as well its suburbs throughout Franklin county, were growing, the need for quality HVAC dealers emerged. Logan Services began offering free estimates for new...Read more about Logan Services Inc. - Columbus
Porch Pro Headshot Stringtown Heating & Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
Our goal is to provide excellent service to our customers. We know HVAC equipment is not only a neccessity, but pretty expensive on top of that. No matter the service we provide to you for your furnace or air conditioning units, we want it to be a great one and at a great cost as well.
Our goal is to provide excellent service to our customers. We know HVAC equipment is not only a neccessity, but pretty expensive on top of that. No matter the service we provide to you for your furnace or air conditioning units, we want it to be a great one and at a great cost as well.
Porch Pro Headshot Airmen Heating & AC
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
We are a residential Heating and cooling service company that is operating in most of central ohio. Licensed and Insured. Affordable and on time service. All Major Credit Cards Accepted!! Discounts available!! Low service fees!! NO HOURLY RATES!! We will be coming to fix your syste...Read more about Airmen Heating & AC
We are a residential Heating and cooling service company that is operating in most of central ohio. Licensed and Insured. Affordable and on time service. All Major Credit Cards Accepted!! Discounts available!! Low service fees!! NO HOURLY RATES!! We will be coming to fix your syste...Read more about Airmen Heating & AC
Porch Pro Headshot Munzer, Bill Heating & Cooling Inc
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(1)
Munzer, Bill Heating & Cooling, based out of Columbus, is an HVAC contractor. Providing HVAC repair, gas appliance connection, furnace installation, and gas heating, they have 55 years of experience. In March 1992, a property owner hired Munzer, Bill Heating & Cooling for a deck project in the Blend...Read more about Munzer, Bill Heating & Cooling Inc
Munzer, Bill Heating & Cooling, based out of Columbus, is an HVAC contractor. Providing HVAC repair, gas appliance connection, furnace installation, and gas heating, they have 55 years of experience. In March 1992, a property owner hired Munzer, Bill Heating & Cooling for a deck project in the Blend...Read more about Munzer, Bill Heating & Cooling Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Professional Heating & Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
(13)
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Porch Pro Headshot Elite Climate Control
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
Porch Pro Headshot Lakeside Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
With several years experience, Lakeside Heating & Cooling works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon on your next HVAC project.
With several years experience, Lakeside Heating & Cooling works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon on your next HVAC project.
Porch Pro Headshot Air Expression Heating and Cooling, LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio
Porch Pro Headshot NP Mechanical LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Hilliard, Ohio