Top 10 furnace repair services in Santa Monica, CA

Porch Pro Headshot JMS Air Conditioning and Heating
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(432)
Our mission is to provide high quality HVAC solutions with integrity, honesty, and top notch professionalism. To create a culture of happy and fulfilled employees who are eager to exceed all expectations, deliver extraordinary service, and help us build lifelong relationships with our clients. We l...Read more about JMS Air Conditioning and Heating
Our mission is to provide high quality HVAC solutions with integrity, honesty, and top notch professionalism. To create a culture of happy and fulfilled employees who are eager to exceed all expectations, deliver extraordinary service, and help us build lifelong relationships with our clients. We l...Read more about JMS Air Conditioning and Heating
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 Service All-Stars Plumbing, Heating and Air Comfort
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(238)
We are Family owned and operated, Service All-Stars Heating and Air Comfort strives to perform at the best. When you choose to hire our company, you’re choosing reliability and high-quality workmanship. We strive to offer our customers practical solutions and reasonable prices.
We are Family owned and operated, Service All-Stars Heating and Air Comfort strives to perform at the best. When you choose to hire our company, you’re choosing reliability and high-quality workmanship. We strive to offer our customers practical solutions and reasonable prices.
Porch Pro Headshot Mor Air, Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(119)
"Moir Air is one of the few companies that I can rely upon - always call back, always show up on time, very reasonable prices for great work.... and work done with a smile and guys you can trust in your house! "
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"Moir Air is one of the few companies that I can rely upon - always call back, always show up on time, very reasonable prices for great work.... and work done with a smile and guys you can trust in your house! "
Porch Pro Headshot Sahara Heating and Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(107)
Sahara Heating and Air is your local, preferred Heating and Air company. We service the greater Los Angeles area competitively and transparently. We take pride in serving our clients with the most affordably priced products and services on the marketplace. Our aim is to provide excellent customer se...Read more about Sahara Heating and Air
Sahara Heating and Air is your local, preferred Heating and Air company. We service the greater Los Angeles area competitively and transparently. We take pride in serving our clients with the most affordably priced products and services on the marketplace. Our aim is to provide excellent customer se...Read more about Sahara Heating and Air
Porch Pro Headshot Sammy's Duct Cleaning
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(22)
We are the experts in Air Duct Cleaning | Dryer Vent Cleaning | Duct Repair | Duct Installation| Duct Seal. Call us experts they can guide you well with all your queries. We are the most known company in Culver City. https://www.yelp.com/biz/sammys-duct-cleaning-culver-city-2
We are the experts in Air Duct Cleaning | Dryer Vent Cleaning | Duct Repair | Duct Installation| Duct Seal. Call us experts they can guide you well with all your queries. We are the most known company in Culver City. https://www.yelp.com/biz/sammys-duct-cleaning-culver-city-2
Porch Pro Headshot Hermosa Beach HVAC Repair
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(15)
"Very professional and polite gentlemen. They did very high quality work and cleaned up their mess as they went along. It was a pleasure watching someone who takes so much pride in their work. I was also very impressed with the price coordinator."
"Very professional and polite gentlemen. They did very high quality work and cleaned up their mess as they went along. It was a pleasure watching someone who takes so much pride in their work. I was also very impressed with the price coordinator."
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 Superb HVAC Experts
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(15)
"Excellent service start to finish. Rob was patient, creative and knowledgeable throughout the design process. Rob was a pleasure to work with. Installation team were punctual and efficient. End result was everything we hoped for and more."
"Excellent service start to finish. Rob was patient, creative and knowledgeable throughout the design process. Rob was a pleasure to work with. Installation team were punctual and efficient. End result was everything we hoped for and more."
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

173058

Excellent! Very professional and explained everything they did. Well worth the money! This company is punctual, priced right! and no mess left behind. My furnace is running much less, without all the dirt. This duct cleaning procedure will pay for itself...

- fred m
172170

They were very professional team. Will definitely use these guys again in the future. Easy to work with, efficient, work hard on keeping things clean...highly recommended.

- Fred C
178629

They were one of the best teams I've seen. One guy takes off all the air registers (grill vents), the other guy begins cleaning. Room by room, they follow each other. As the last guy finishes cleaning, the other guy starts putting the registers back on...

- Rick L
173721

The tech was wonderfully professional and cleaned up after himself. I can already tell a difference in how well my system works (it hadn't been cleaned Technician called 30 minutes prior to arrival and was on time. He said it would take him 2 to 3 hours. ...

- Danielle P
173024

The techs also arrived on time and perform the job that was promise. Pictures and video was showed to us before and after. Will refer to my family and friends. Thank You Guys for doing great work. They took his time and explained everything to me .

- Shirlon Z
174000

Nick is EXCELLENT. I cannot speak more highly of his professionalism and quality work . If you care about quality work and trusting someone to put safety over money/time, I highly reccomend this company!!

- Paulson Z
178926

Excellent diagnosis and cleaning from Doug at Vent Care and hvac systems. Honest and straight forward, he saved us 40% from the last guy. we were using with more knowledge and experience than any I have ever seen.

- Carlos G
176616

Ahern took photos of the air conditioning to show and explain to me what was going on with my system so that I can have a better understanding of the HVAC system. Ahern was very knowledgeable and explained everything in simple terms. I would highly reco...

- Carlos z
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
182685

This guy was the best give him a raise. I highly recommend d this company based on Robin's high professional friendly and knowledgeable service! Thank you Robin! Also very reasonable price.

- fred m
176184

When I called this company they gave me the price over the phone. When they arrived (on time), Jimmy and his associate were very professional. They cleaned my dryer duct and were done in less then 30 minutes. My dryer works like new again. Thanks Dr Dr...

- Paul J

All Heating & Furnace Repair Companies in Santa Monica, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Go Green Heating and Air Services
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(6)
"I was looking to replace my AC and ducting to a more efficient system. we chose Ahern. He was on time, thorough, polite, explained everything he was doing and even removed our vent covers to clean. I highly recommend this company."
"I was looking to replace my AC and ducting to a more efficient system. we chose Ahern. He was on time, thorough, polite, explained everything he was doing and even removed our vent covers to clean. I highly recommend this company."
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 LZ Air Duct Cleaning
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(5)
We provide air duct cleaning, air duct replacement, duct repair and installation and dryer vent cleaning service. We are most trusted company of California. https://www.yelp.com/biz/lz-air-duct-cleaning-bel-air
We provide air duct cleaning, air duct replacement, duct repair and installation and dryer vent cleaning service. We are most trusted company of California. https://www.yelp.com/biz/lz-air-duct-cleaning-bel-air
Porch Pro Headshot Same Day Services Inc
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
(1)
Same Day Services is a general contractor based out of Riverside. They provide design build services, bathroom remodeling, exterior remodeling and more. Same Day Services is accredited by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. They are also accredited by the Better Business Bureau.
Same Day Services is a general contractor based out of Riverside. They provide design build services, bathroom remodeling, exterior remodeling and more. Same Day Services is accredited by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. They are also accredited by the Better Business Bureau.
Porch Pro Headshot Air King
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
John Filipian has been in the business for over 15 years and we've been lucky enough to learn a thing or two over those years. We've even worked hard to make sure that our staff knows the most up-to-date information about all of your heating and cooling needs. Keeping you comfortable is our goal!
John Filipian has been in the business for over 15 years and we've been lucky enough to learn a thing or two over those years. We've even worked hard to make sure that our staff knows the most up-to-date information about all of your heating and cooling needs. Keeping you comfortable is our goal!
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 U.S. Air Conditioning & Heating
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
Competitive, Reliable, Quality Work at Affordable Price We Specialize in Providing Expert Work on Air Conditioning and Heating Repairs, Installations, and Service Call the Professionals Direct (818) 207-1245 Toll Free (877) 872-4777 Email us at: usair@usa.com Fast Reliable Same Day Service Local a...Read more about U.S. Air Conditioning & Heating
Competitive, Reliable, Quality Work at Affordable Price We Specialize in Providing Expert Work on Air Conditioning and Heating Repairs, Installations, and Service Call the Professionals Direct (818) 207-1245 Toll Free (877) 872-4777 Email us at: usair@usa.com Fast Reliable Same Day Service Local a...Read more about U.S. Air Conditioning & Heating
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 Schirmeister Vinci Heating & Air Conditioning
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
A Family owned and operated Heating & Air Conditioning Company. Providing custom ... Service, Repair and Installation.
A Family owned and operated Heating & Air Conditioning Company. Providing custom ... Service, Repair and Installation.
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 Restaurant
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California
Porch Pro Headshot Athena Air Conditioning & Heating - Santa Monica
Furnace Repair
Serves Santa Monica, California

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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