Top 10 furnace repair services in Santa Monica, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Relaxed Heating and Air Inc
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(645)
"I was out of town when the tenant called and told me that the heater is out. I called Relaxed Heating and Air and within few hours they were on the roof troubleshooting the package unit. Their dispatch coordinated directly with tenant, so I could go back to enjoying my vacation. I have been usi...Read more about Relaxed Heating and Air Inc
"I was out of town when the tenant called and told me that the heater is out. I called Relaxed Heating and Air and within few hours they were on the roof troubleshooting the package unit. Their dispatch coordinated directly with tenant, so I could go back to enjoying my vacation. I have been usi...Read more about Relaxed Heating and Air Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Guaranteed Quality Heating and Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(686)
"Our AC was giving us some problems and we checked on Google. We found out Guaranteed Quality Heating and Air through Google search and call them. The person who answered the phone was James and he gave us various options we had. Next day, Steve came to check the AC and after thorough check, h...Read more about Guaranteed Quality Heating and Air
"Our AC was giving us some problems and we checked on Google. We found out Guaranteed Quality Heating and Air through Google search and call them. The person who answered the phone was James and he gave us various options we had. Next day, Steve came to check the AC and after thorough check, h...Read more about Guaranteed Quality Heating and Air
Porch Pro Headshot Westside Heating & Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(363)
Westside Hvac, based out of Culver City, is an HVAC company. They provide services such as HVAC installation, water heater services and other services. Westside Hvac finished a decking project in April of 2006 in the Eastside neighborhood using a permit acquired from the city of Long Beach; in Janua...Read more about Westside Heating & Air
Westside Hvac, based out of Culver City, is an HVAC company. They provide services such as HVAC installation, water heater services and other services. Westside Hvac finished a decking project in April of 2006 in the Eastside neighborhood using a permit acquired from the city of Long Beach; in Janua...Read more about Westside Heating & Air
Porch Pro Headshot Sahara Heating and Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(107)
"Unforgettable experience with a highly professional HVAC repair contractor that fixed the output of my air conditioning. I really appreciate the promptness and ability to communicate effectively. My AC hasn't been operating this efficiently in years! Thank you Oren and the Sahara Heating and Air te...Read more about Sahara Heating and Air
"Unforgettable experience with a highly professional HVAC repair contractor that fixed the output of my air conditioning. I really appreciate the promptness and ability to communicate effectively. My AC hasn't been operating this efficiently in years! Thank you Oren and the Sahara Heating and Air te...Read more about Sahara Heating and Air
Porch Pro Headshot CWP Heating & Air, Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(159)
C.W.P. Heating and Air's number one goal is to supply local residents and businesses with the highest quality HVAC service available. Whether it be a simple furnace repair, or a large A/C installation, our staff and technicians are trained to meet and exceed your expectations. Because we value custo...Read more about CWP Heating & Air, Inc.
C.W.P. Heating and Air's number one goal is to supply local residents and businesses with the highest quality HVAC service available. Whether it be a simple furnace repair, or a large A/C installation, our staff and technicians are trained to meet and exceed your expectations. Because we value custo...Read more about CWP Heating & Air, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot Elim HVAC Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(151)
ELIM HVAC is a faith driven premium heating and air conditioning company in Southern California, with strong morals of honesty and helping out others. Our mission is to provide you with the best possible solution and excellent service in any location. We do it all from residential to light commercia...Read more about Elim HVAC Inc.
ELIM HVAC is a faith driven premium heating and air conditioning company in Southern California, with strong morals of honesty and helping out others. Our mission is to provide you with the best possible solution and excellent service in any location. We do it all from residential to light commercia...Read more about Elim HVAC Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot All American appliance repair
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(113)
We pride ourselves with top customer service, professional repairs with warranty on all work and competitive rates. Established in 2010, All American Appliance repair, is committed to excellence and continues to be an outstanding business in California. All American Appliance repair, prides itself o...Read more about All American appliance repair
We pride ourselves with top customer service, professional repairs with warranty on all work and competitive rates. Established in 2010, All American Appliance repair, is committed to excellence and continues to be an outstanding business in California. All American Appliance repair, prides itself o...Read more about All American appliance repair
Porch Pro Headshot Vigil Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(10)
VigilAir is a family operated business beloved by its customers for providing high quality Heating and Air Conditioning installations at affordable rates. Started in 2005, we have evolved into a well known HVAC service provider in Southern California. At VigilAir, we don't put quantity over qualit...Read more about Vigil Air
VigilAir is a family operated business beloved by its customers for providing high quality Heating and Air Conditioning installations at affordable rates. Started in 2005, we have evolved into a well known HVAC service provider in Southern California. At VigilAir, we don't put quantity over qualit...Read more about Vigil Air
Porch Pro Headshot Extreme Cooling and Heating
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(123)
We are a family operating business with 20+ years of expertise in repair and installation. Our main goal is to provide 100% customer satisfaction.
We are a family operating business with 20+ years of expertise in repair and installation. Our main goal is to provide 100% customer satisfaction.
Porch Pro Headshot Airflow duct Cleaning
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(9)
"He arrived on time and started right away.james worked approximately hour and a half to clean my air duct was producing works again. Price is very reasonable.They respond quickly and solve any problems ."
"He arrived on time and started right away.james worked approximately hour and a half to clean my air duct was producing works again. Price is very reasonable.They respond quickly and solve any problems ."

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 Santa Monica furnace repair services

186874

It was just a tune-up for our A/C unit yearly maintenance check, but the service exceeded our expectations. The technician, John, is an experienced professional. He was very kind, honest, patient, and took time to answer all our questions. I highly recomm...

- Joerge b
178588

Always pleased with the service. No heat last night and they were here by 9:00 am today. They are always quick to respond. Jack is very knowledgeable and explains the process. Reasonable pricing, quick service and friendly technicians. What more could you...

- Arcade B
173689

They did a great job in servicing our air conditioning system. We were impressed with his customer service and his knowledge of the system in our home. I would rate him five stars!

- Lauren Z
172155

Very nice and professional team. Work done very discreetly, as fast as possible. From the ease of setting an appointment to their prompt arrival and excellent job.

- albert g
173042

They did a great job replacing our ductwork and getting our air going. In the middle of their busiest season, . Easy to work with, and quick to reply to messages.

- Slivia D
183986

We've used Vigil Air for a ductless mini-split in our first home... and then we had them install central heat and air in our new home! We've recommended them to all our friends and neighbors - a great company! Robert and Susy are awesome.

- Nora Molina
37626

GREAT

- ed kelly
90575

Beware Beware Beware this is a rip off off company. The technician tried to rep me off. he wanted to charge $ 600 for an a/c system recharge with 4 pound of Freon. he quoted me a price of $ 125 per pound of Freon, he said they have a minimum Freon amount...

- SEAN AddA
518141

Great Company to work with. and I would absolutely recommend to any homeowner or business.

- Lindsay Wright
83274

Great company with sincere employees. Thank you Tony and Jannette.

- Dave W
33037

Horrible customer service! Unreliable, didn't call when they couldn't come..... Not reliable at all!!

- Barbara Winchel
180080

This company is willing to take on difficult problems - ordering parts and rebuilding when needed. Very few companies are left who will do this - and do it honestly and thoroughly.

- Howard Henry

All Heating & Furnace Repair Companies in Santa Monica, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Appliance Repair West LA
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(27)
At Appliance Repair West LA our team of brilliant and highly knowledgeable appliance repair technicians are experts in the field. We commit ourselves to satisfy the needs of every customer we serve. Your home machines will be up and running again like new. We charge affordable rates for our services...Read more about Appliance Repair West LA
At Appliance Repair West LA our team of brilliant and highly knowledgeable appliance repair technicians are experts in the field. We commit ourselves to satisfy the needs of every customer we serve. Your home machines will be up and running again like new. We charge affordable rates for our services...Read more about Appliance Repair West LA
Porch Pro Headshot Speedy Refrigeration
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(9)
At speedy refrigeration ,it is our goal to leave our costumers with the peace of mind that comes with knowing that their Air Conditioning system is installed and running at peak efficiency year round. we are a family owned company, when you call for service you will talk with the owner not to machin...Read more about Speedy Refrigeration
At speedy refrigeration ,it is our goal to leave our costumers with the peace of mind that comes with knowing that their Air Conditioning system is installed and running at peak efficiency year round. we are a family owned company, when you call for service you will talk with the owner not to machin...Read more about Speedy Refrigeration
Porch Pro Headshot Crestline Refrigeration
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(3)
Crestline Refrigeration is your premier RESIDENTIAL air conditioning & heating service provider in Southern California. We also provide Refrigeration, air conditioning, heating and ventilation service for COMMERCIAL and INDUSTRIAL customers. We offer PROFESSIONAL AFFORDABLE installation, repair an...Read more about Crestline Refrigeration
Crestline Refrigeration is your premier RESIDENTIAL air conditioning & heating service provider in Southern California. We also provide Refrigeration, air conditioning, heating and ventilation service for COMMERCIAL and INDUSTRIAL customers. We offer PROFESSIONAL AFFORDABLE installation, repair an...Read more about Crestline Refrigeration
Porch Pro Headshot Camarillo AC Repair
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(6)
"Highly recommend! Technicians did a great job patiently and explaining everything. Their installation crew is professional, courteous, and thorough. they did a superb job, even went beyond to make sure everything was right"
"Highly recommend! Technicians did a great job patiently and explaining everything. Their installation crew is professional, courteous, and thorough. they did a superb job, even went beyond to make sure everything was right"
Porch Pro Headshot Energy Air Technology
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
Based out of Los Angeles, Energy Air Technology is an HVAC contractor. They provide water heater services and HVAC repair as well as other services.
Based out of Los Angeles, Energy Air Technology is an HVAC contractor. They provide water heater services and HVAC repair as well as other services.
Porch Pro Headshot Air Products and Services
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
Since 1979, Air Products & Services has been serving Southern California with superior heating and air conditioning services in Van Nuys and throughout the San Fernando Valley. Whether you need AC repairs, heater maintenance, air quality system installation, or full HVAC replacement, they are prepar...Read more about Air Products and Services
Since 1979, Air Products & Services has been serving Southern California with superior heating and air conditioning services in Van Nuys and throughout the San Fernando Valley. Whether you need AC repairs, heater maintenance, air quality system installation, or full HVAC replacement, they are prepar...Read more about Air Products and Services
Porch Pro Headshot Xpress Heating & Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our HVAC work and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our HVAC work and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.
Porch Pro Headshot Young Jin Construction and Development Company
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
I am a General Contractor with over 28 years of experience in the construction field in Los Angeles County. I bring a strong background in technical trades including but not limited to framing, concrete work, plumbing, dry wall hanging and taping, HVAC, fire sprinklers, every type of floor work, til...Read more about Young Jin Construction and Development Company
I am a General Contractor with over 28 years of experience in the construction field in Los Angeles County. I bring a strong background in technical trades including but not limited to framing, concrete work, plumbing, dry wall hanging and taping, HVAC, fire sprinklers, every type of floor work, til...Read more about Young Jin Construction and Development Company
Porch Pro Headshot Santa Monica Appliance Repair Experts
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
Affordable and honest appliance repair is what we specialize in. Are you or someone you know seeking appliance repair inSantaMonica,CA? Yes, well we would gladly help. We're offering skillful and affordable appliance repair to Santa Monica residents. By calling us today, you can reach an agent who c...Read more about Santa Monica Appliance Repair Experts
Affordable and honest appliance repair is what we specialize in. Are you or someone you know seeking appliance repair inSantaMonica,CA? Yes, well we would gladly help. We're offering skillful and affordable appliance repair to Santa Monica residents. By calling us today, you can reach an agent who c...Read more about Santa Monica Appliance Repair Experts
Porch Pro Headshot Gilbert Air Duct Cleaning
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(5)
"These guys were great. Came on time and left in just under 2 hours, they cleaned 8 ducts and the heating unit and the dryer and the return. I saw them get into each vent and vacuum, clean the covers completely, etc.Cleaned up any spec of dirt that they made, answered all my questions nad they we...Read more about Gilbert Air Duct Cleaning
"These guys were great. Came on time and left in just under 2 hours, they cleaned 8 ducts and the heating unit and the dryer and the return. I saw them get into each vent and vacuum, clean the covers completely, etc.Cleaned up any spec of dirt that they made, answered all my questions nad they we...Read more about Gilbert Air Duct Cleaning
Porch Pro Headshot Malibu Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(24)
Porch Pro Headshot LA Prime Builders
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
When you hire LA Prime Builders & Contractors, you're getting a top rated general contractor that has years of experience working in the LA area. Not only have we been featured in the Malibu Times, but we've also been interviewed by NBC News as part of an hiring and employment piece in 2004. Whethe...Read more about LA Prime Builders
When you hire LA Prime Builders & Contractors, you're getting a top rated general contractor that has years of experience working in the LA area. Not only have we been featured in the Malibu Times, but we've also been interviewed by NBC News as part of an hiring and employment piece in 2004. Whethe...Read more about LA Prime Builders
Porch Pro Headshot First Law Group Gardena
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
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Porch Pro Headshot S & P AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
Hi, I am calling from S& P air conditioning . I know you have some problems with the air conditioner or refrigeration . Maybe we can help you with that issue , thank you very much.
Hi, I am calling from S& P air conditioning . I know you have some problems with the air conditioner or refrigeration . Maybe we can help you with that issue , thank you very much.

Latest projects near Santa Monica

Recent projects booked on Porch
Los Angeles 90066
Furnace Repair
Start Date
Within a week
Furnace fuel source
Natural gas
Furnace problems
replace Honeywell thermostat on wall heater
When problems started
Less than one week ago
Furnace age
10-15 years old