Top 3 furnace repair services in Portland, OR

Porch Pro Headshot Comfort Solutions Heating & Cooling, Inc.
211 SE Madison St Ste 12, Portland, OR
503-698-2665
Porch Pro Headshot Fast Water Heater
(1,274)
Fast Water Heater Company provides expert installation and repair of hot water heaters in Oregon and the Portland metro area. We have been in business since 1985, with hundreds of thousands of satisfied water heater customers. All of our technicians are company employees, not subcontractors and our ...Read more about Fast Water Heater
4248 NE 148th Ave, Portland, OR
866-554-2448
Porch Pro Headshot Standard TV & Appliance
The Standard Installation Department will professionally install any make and model of home appliance and perform any required cabinet and / or countertop modifications so you are left with a seamless installation.
5240 SE 82nd Ave, Portland, OR
503-777-3377

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Porch Pro Headshot Climate Control Inc
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(566)
Climate Control provides high quality residential and commercial heating, air conditioning and indoor air quality systems, repairs as well as scheduled maintenance services. These systems include the client’s homes and businesses. Climate Control, established in 1989, focuses in the add-on, replac...Read more about Climate Control Inc
Climate Control provides high quality residential and commercial heating, air conditioning and indoor air quality systems, repairs as well as scheduled maintenance services. These systems include the client’s homes and businesses. Climate Control, established in 1989, focuses in the add-on, replac...Read more about Climate Control Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Heat Relief Heating & Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(636)
We can help you with all of your heating, air conditioning, air quality, and weatherization projects. We have been serving Portland, Oregon area homeowners and businesses since 1997.
We can help you with all of your heating, air conditioning, air quality, and weatherization projects. We have been serving Portland, Oregon area homeowners and businesses since 1997.
Porch Pro Headshot Pyramid Heating & Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(554)
Pyramid Heating & Cooling in Portland keeps residential and commercial businesses in comfort providing superior installation, service and repair of all HVAC products including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct work. Pyramid Heating & Cooling is fully licensed, bonded and insured (inc...Read more about Pyramid Heating & Cooling
Pyramid Heating & Cooling in Portland keeps residential and commercial businesses in comfort providing superior installation, service and repair of all HVAC products including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct work. Pyramid Heating & Cooling is fully licensed, bonded and insured (inc...Read more about Pyramid Heating & Cooling
Porch Pro Headshot Comfort Air, Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(305)
Comfort Air has been servicing homes and businesses in the Portland and Vancouver Metro areas since 1983. The Comfort Air team is passionate about serving our customers and our community. We are proud to provide excellent service to everyone we encounter and we hope to work with you for years to com...Read more about Comfort Air, Inc.
Comfort Air has been servicing homes and businesses in the Portland and Vancouver Metro areas since 1983. The Comfort Air team is passionate about serving our customers and our community. We are proud to provide excellent service to everyone we encounter and we hope to work with you for years to com...Read more about Comfort Air, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot Mill Creek Heating
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(352)
Mill Creek Heating has been serving the Willamette Valley of Oregon since 2003. We are a family owned and operated business. We care about your family's comfort, health and safety. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority. As a result, a majority of our new customers are recommended to us by...Read more about Mill Creek Heating
Mill Creek Heating has been serving the Willamette Valley of Oregon since 2003. We are a family owned and operated business. We care about your family's comfort, health and safety. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority. As a result, a majority of our new customers are recommended to us by...Read more about Mill Creek Heating
Porch Pro Headshot Mr. Appliance of Vancouver
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(399)
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Porch Pro Headshot North Pacific Mechanical, LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(93)
North Pacific Mechanical provides installation, maintenance, and repair service for residential heating and cooling systems. We service Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Gresham, Wilsonville, Vancouver, and any town or city neighboring the ones listed. We offer maintenance plans to remove the doubt o...Read more about North Pacific Mechanical, LLC
North Pacific Mechanical provides installation, maintenance, and repair service for residential heating and cooling systems. We service Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Gresham, Wilsonville, Vancouver, and any town or city neighboring the ones listed. We offer maintenance plans to remove the doubt o...Read more about North Pacific Mechanical, LLC

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 Portland furnace repair services

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I don't know about the business end of this company, but I do know about the driving of the owner. He is known in the local neighborhood as "the jerk." He tailgates, passes on the double yellow line, yells, revs his truck, and exceeds the speed limit exc...

- Laura Kerr
86145

Great job and wonderful unit. Exactly what we needed. Highly recommend Mountain Air. Explained very clearly what we needed and we ended up going with one handler and a 2 ton unit which has worked out perfect for us. Thanks.

- Dan Bolme
27183

Rob called on Sunday night and came to my rescue first thing Monday morning. He was nice, friendly and fixed the problem. Can't ask for more.

- Paula Fuller
35423

Custom Mechanical Services are amazing! We felt we needed an air conditioning unit ASAP this summer and they came out just a couple days after we contacted them, whereas most other installers were booked out for several weeks! I think it was 100 degrees o...

- Erica Riler
27089

Very professional and efficient. Custom Mechanical Services came highly recommended. During the recent heat wave I figured they would be too busy to come out. However, they were able to work around my schedule and install an a/c within a week of my cal...

- Satisfied Customer
92597

The men were very professional besides being very friendly and personable. They explained everything in terms easy to understand. I will recommend your business to everyone.

- Marilyn Coldwell
64033

My wife and I have had issues with our HVAC system since we purchased our home. Called out several contractors who either didn't know how to fix a high velocity system or recommended an entire new system. Todd the owner of Mechanical Services NW came o...

- Robert Richardson
41363

Excellent work quality. Maybe a little slow in scheduling due to them being very busy. Good price.

- Howard Huang
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A&L has been contracted to work on several of our projects (commercial buildings) and has always delivered timely results & thorough work. We really appreciate having a vendor such as A&L because you know you can trust & count on them to get the work don...

- Venerable Properties
233899

Very prompt and polite, easy to work with.

- Daniel DeLaBruere
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I was referred to this company by Home Depot. My HVAC unit quit working. I have another unit I bought for my previous house but never installed, and I knew the unit in my current home would not last much longer, so I brought it with me. The new unit use...

- Christina Phelps-Bachle

All Heating & Furnace Repair Companies in Portland, OR

Porch Pro Headshot Advanced Appliance Solutions Inc
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(116)
Advanced Appliance Solutions is a family owned business that has been working in the appliance industry for over 15 yrs. After many years of working for large appliance retailers we had noticed that customer service was no longer the number one goal. A growing company is a good thing, but all to oft...Read more about Advanced Appliance Solutions Inc
Advanced Appliance Solutions is a family owned business that has been working in the appliance industry for over 15 yrs. After many years of working for large appliance retailers we had noticed that customer service was no longer the number one goal. A growing company is a good thing, but all to oft...Read more about Advanced Appliance Solutions Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Reliable Appliance Repair
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(266)
Porch Pro Headshot Custom Mechanical Services NW
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(19)
"They do not get any better than Custom Mechanical and we have purchased new systems from 3 different HVAC contractors. Those earned five stars for Custom Mechanical represent: Excellent knowledge, Total honesty, Great work ethics and efficiency, Neatness and cleanliness and excellent prices! We ...Read more about Custom Mechanical Services NW
"They do not get any better than Custom Mechanical and we have purchased new systems from 3 different HVAC contractors. Those earned five stars for Custom Mechanical represent: Excellent knowledge, Total honesty, Great work ethics and efficiency, Neatness and cleanliness and excellent prices! We ...Read more about Custom Mechanical Services NW
Porch Pro Headshot Pro Heating and Cooling LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(46)
Pro Heating and Cooling LLC, proving HVAC services to Portland, Vancouver, and surrounding areas. We are a small local business. we do Residential and commercial Heating and Air conditioning. We also do new installs, Remodels, upgrades, gas furnaces. Give us a call today!
Pro Heating and Cooling LLC, proving HVAC services to Portland, Vancouver, and surrounding areas. We are a small local business. we do Residential and commercial Heating and Air conditioning. We also do new installs, Remodels, upgrades, gas furnaces. Give us a call today!
Porch Pro Headshot Absolute Comfort Heating & Cooling NW Inc
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(22)
With over 25 years of experience, the professionals at Absolute Comfort Heating & Cooling have been dedicated to providing honest, top-quality HVAC service through the Portland metropolitan area.
With over 25 years of experience, the professionals at Absolute Comfort Heating & Cooling have been dedicated to providing honest, top-quality HVAC service through the Portland metropolitan area.
Porch Pro Headshot NW Valley Mechanical
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(76)
Discover the benefit of experience. With over 20 years serving the Portland Metro Area, NW Valley Mechanical offers unparalleled expertise and industry knowledge on every job we perform. When you choose us, you will notice the difference that experience makes! Heating We're proud of the work we d...Read more about NW Valley Mechanical
Discover the benefit of experience. With over 20 years serving the Portland Metro Area, NW Valley Mechanical offers unparalleled expertise and industry knowledge on every job we perform. When you choose us, you will notice the difference that experience makes! Heating We're proud of the work we d...Read more about NW Valley Mechanical
Porch Pro Headshot Comfort Connection
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(104)
I am a small, locally owned, company and my low overhead allows me to keep my prices very reasonable, while at the same time, offering an excellent quality of work. I serve the entire Tri-County area and my prices do not increase because the job is located further away from my office. I am a working...Read more about Comfort Connection
I am a small, locally owned, company and my low overhead allows me to keep my prices very reasonable, while at the same time, offering an excellent quality of work. I serve the entire Tri-County area and my prices do not increase because the job is located further away from my office. I am a working...Read more about Comfort Connection
Porch Pro Headshot Rapid Appliance Repair of Portland
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
Collect your savings today on appliance repair services received in Portland. Our technicians arrive promptly and work efficiently to restore your major household appliance as quickly as possible. We're proud to now be offering discounted rates on all repairs. Get $20 discount with any repair. Free ...Read more about Rapid Appliance Repair of Portland
Collect your savings today on appliance repair services received in Portland. Our technicians arrive promptly and work efficiently to restore your major household appliance as quickly as possible. We're proud to now be offering discounted rates on all repairs. Get $20 discount with any repair. Free ...Read more about Rapid Appliance Repair of Portland
Porch Pro Headshot A&L Assured Comfort LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(3)
"A&L Assured Comfort is my go to for everything HVAC and home remodel/repair oriented. Brandon Lohmeier, one of the owners, and his wife are amazing and I don't know what I would have done in many situations had it not been for their services. A & L Assured Comfort is always my first call (only ca...Read more about A&L Assured Comfort LLC
"A&L Assured Comfort is my go to for everything HVAC and home remodel/repair oriented. Brandon Lohmeier, one of the owners, and his wife are amazing and I don't know what I would have done in many situations had it not been for their services. A & L Assured Comfort is always my first call (only ca...Read more about A&L Assured Comfort LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Lakeside Heating & Cooling LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
Porch Pro Headshot Mountain Air LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(1)
"Good, efficient, timely, professional work. Very happy with the job done. Finished project was exactly what I wanted and was done within my budget. Will definitely be contacting Michael at Mountain Air for my next project. "
"Good, efficient, timely, professional work. Very happy with the job done. Finished project was exactly what I wanted and was done within my budget. Will definitely be contacting Michael at Mountain Air for my next project. "
Porch Pro Headshot FTM Construction
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
(4)
FTm construction is HVAC license #202320. We do new construction and remodeling addition all your heating and air conditioning needs residential service call and tune up call or email us 5038109202 ftm77hvac@gmail.com
FTm construction is HVAC license #202320. We do new construction and remodeling addition all your heating and air conditioning needs residential service call and tune up call or email us 5038109202 ftm77hvac@gmail.com
Porch Pro Headshot Stan The Hot Water Heater Man
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon
Porch Pro Headshot Cody's Appliance Service Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Portland, Oregon

Latest projects near Portland

Recent projects booked on Porch
Portland 97217
Furnace Repair
Start Date
I'm flexible
Purpose
Repair something
Repair type
Heating and cooling
Item to repair
Furnace
Furnace fuel source
Natural gas
Furnace problems
Moderate amount of water/condensate pooling under the furnace. It may just require a regular service.
When problems started
I'm not sure
Furnace age
5-10 years old
Portland 97236
Furnace Repair
Start Date
Within 48 hours
Type of project
Repair, maintenance or cleaning
Repair, maintenance or cleaning project
Heating and cooling system repair
Item to repair
Furnace
Furnace fuel source
Natural gas
Furnace problems
Fan doesn’t turn on
When problems started
Less than one week ago
Furnace age
I'm not sure