Top 10 furnace repair services in Torrance, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Relaxed Heating and Air Inc
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(645)
"A friend suggested this company because of their great customer service. I tried few companies before and I was not impressed but these guys were very professional, clean, and experienced. When I called, they offered me several time options. The service guy was on time and after he replaced a broke...Read more about Relaxed Heating and Air Inc
"A friend suggested this company because of their great customer service. I tried few companies before and I was not impressed but these guys were very professional, clean, and experienced. When I called, they offered me several time options. The service guy was on time and after he replaced a broke...Read more about Relaxed Heating and Air Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Westside Heating & Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, 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 Torrance, 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 Torrance, California
(119)
Formed in 2013 with over 8 years experience, our aim at MOR AIR INC is to bring to customers the type of care you get from a small business along with quality service that excels over other companies.
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Formed in 2013 with over 8 years experience, our aim at MOR AIR INC is to bring to customers the type of care you get from a small business along with quality service that excels over other companies.
Porch Pro Headshot Construction District Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
Established in 2018. With over ten years of experience in the field of residential and commercial HVAC, weather its new construction, remodeling, or as simple as just replacing to save money. Construction District holds a B General, C-20 HVAC, & C-10 Electrical license. We've grown our business by...Read more about Construction District Inc.
Established in 2018. With over ten years of experience in the field of residential and commercial HVAC, weather its new construction, remodeling, or as simple as just replacing to save money. Construction District holds a B General, C-20 HVAC, & C-10 Electrical license. We've grown our business by...Read more about Construction District Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot Your Appliance Repair
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(185)
Superior appliance repair services in Los Angeles Area. We repair all makes and models of major appliance brands including high-end appliances.
Superior appliance repair services in Los Angeles Area. We repair all makes and models of major appliance brands including high-end appliances.
Porch Pro Headshot Sahara Heating and Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, 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 Appliance Repair Santa Monica
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(169)
Appliance Repair Santa Monica is esteemed to have world-class, accomplished and professional appliance repair technicians that extend their expertise in rendering quality services for your families. We can fix any type, model or brand of home appliances from refrigerators down to washers and dryers....Read more about Appliance Repair Santa Monica
Appliance Repair Santa Monica is esteemed to have world-class, accomplished and professional appliance repair technicians that extend their expertise in rendering quality services for your families. We can fix any type, model or brand of home appliances from refrigerators down to washers and dryers....Read more about Appliance Repair Santa Monica
Porch Pro Headshot Elim HVAC Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, 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 Ace Remodeling Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(13)
"Ace Remodeling refinished all of our wood floors throughout the house and remodeled our kitchen. All the work was done in a timely manner and very professional. They cleaned up after every day of work and kept the dust to a minimum. They also did repairs to our shingle roof and so far, no leaks...Read more about Ace Remodeling Inc.
"Ace Remodeling refinished all of our wood floors throughout the house and remodeled our kitchen. All the work was done in a timely manner and very professional. They cleaned up after every day of work and kept the dust to a minimum. They also did repairs to our shingle roof and so far, no leaks...Read more about Ace Remodeling Inc.

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 Torrance 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
176194

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

- Paul J
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
178908

It's rare today to see people who have a good attitude while they are at work. I would highly recommend this company and asking for Mack and Tyre as your technician.

- Suzane L
180132

Overall, I really appreciated his friendliness, quality of service, and honesty. I can't wait to have him back out again. Definitely a great recommendation.

- Brown Devis
176632

They were professional, polite, hard working and despite the large crew very organized, coordinated and effective. Finally, they followed up promptly if we were happy and I can't think any reason why we wouldn't be!

- Charlie M
173989

They was very prompt in responding to the online inquiry to set-up appointment. The day of service, I`ve got a call about their arrival. They were very courteous, respectful and worked diligently. They showed me some of the dust that was ...

- Joseph P
183048

Joel is great at his job and a great people person. He was quick to find the problem and very knowledgeable. Everyone at this company was very nice and was able to come out the same day. Great experience!

- Torres Ward
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Dial A Technician is proudly the best home appliances repairing services in Los Angeles. Do you have problem with any kind of home appliance? We fix it! We cover the whole orange county and deal in top brands: https://dialatechnician.com/

- Kashif Bangash

All Heating & Furnace Repair Companies in Torrance, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Airflow duct Cleaning
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, 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 ."
Porch Pro Headshot Prestige HVAC Repair
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(10)
We are so proud of the development we have done in the past years that is dependent upon a team of our talented and dedicated employees, we have satisfied many customers by providing our excellent service. https://www.yelp.com/biz/prestige-hvac-repair-carson
We are so proud of the development we have done in the past years that is dependent upon a team of our talented and dedicated employees, we have satisfied many customers by providing our excellent service. https://www.yelp.com/biz/prestige-hvac-repair-carson
Porch Pro Headshot SHARONY FAST SERVICES
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(226)
Porch Pro Headshot Talent Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(13)
We would like to introduce our company, Talent Air is a family owned and operated company, with hopes that we may serve your company's Air Conditioning needs. We are a commercial heating, ventilating, and air conditioning contractor with decades of experience. We pride ourselves on the fact we maint...Read more about Talent Air
We would like to introduce our company, Talent Air is a family owned and operated company, with hopes that we may serve your company's Air Conditioning needs. We are a commercial heating, ventilating, and air conditioning contractor with decades of experience. We pride ourselves on the fact we maint...Read more about Talent Air
Porch Pro Headshot Crestline Refrigeration
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, 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 Hart Heating & Cooling
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(90)
Porch Pro Headshot Air Duct Cleaning Studio City
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(8)
"This company did an excellent job while cleaning and sanitizing my air ducts. I was extremely satisfied with their services. They got the job done in the time they said they would and even took the time to check out what looked to be a potential issue. Thankfully, it turned out to only be cosmetic....Read more about Air Duct Cleaning Studio City
"This company did an excellent job while cleaning and sanitizing my air ducts. I was extremely satisfied with their services. They got the job done in the time they said they would and even took the time to check out what looked to be a potential issue. Thankfully, it turned out to only be cosmetic....Read more about Air Duct Cleaning Studio City
Porch Pro Headshot Camarillo AC Repair
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(6)
We are so proud of the development we have done in the past years that is dependent upon a team of our talented and dedicated employees, we have satisfied many many customers by providing our excellent service. We always make sure that the quality work is delivered to our customers. Our team of expe...Read more about Camarillo AC Repair
We are so proud of the development we have done in the past years that is dependent upon a team of our talented and dedicated employees, we have satisfied many many customers by providing our excellent service. We always make sure that the quality work is delivered to our customers. Our team of expe...Read more about Camarillo AC Repair
Porch Pro Headshot Nadine Refrigeration Services Inc.
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(2)
We are specialized in Commercial Refrigeration, Walk-in coolers,Walk-in Freezers, reach in coolers , freezers and Ice Machines. Also we do Commercial and residential Air-conditioning service and installation. All brands of Air Conditioning Units repair and installation of most common brands. Ic...Read more about Nadine Refrigeration Services Inc.
We are specialized in Commercial Refrigeration, Walk-in coolers,Walk-in Freezers, reach in coolers , freezers and Ice Machines. Also we do Commercial and residential Air-conditioning service and installation. All brands of Air Conditioning Units repair and installation of most common brands. Ic...Read more about Nadine Refrigeration Services Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot Carson Appliance Repair Solutions
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
Our primary focus is making sure your appliance works like a dream. If anything is wrong with it, by doing your appliance repair you will have a machine that works like new. You'll have complete peace of mind, and if your appliance does break back down we'll fix it again. Our Carson, CA appliance re...Read more about Carson Appliance Repair Solutions
Our primary focus is making sure your appliance works like a dream. If anything is wrong with it, by doing your appliance repair you will have a machine that works like new. You'll have complete peace of mind, and if your appliance does break back down we'll fix it again. Our Carson, CA appliance re...Read more about Carson Appliance Repair Solutions
Porch Pro Headshot Appliance Repair Palos Verdes Estates
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
Appliance Repair Palos Verdes Estates has experienced and knowledgeable appliance service technicians who can eliminate your appliance concerns in a snap. We can provide whatever is required to keep your dishwasher, washing machine, oven, refrigerator and other appliance working efficiently all yea...Read more about Appliance Repair Palos Verdes Estates
Appliance Repair Palos Verdes Estates has experienced and knowledgeable appliance service technicians who can eliminate your appliance concerns in a snap. We can provide whatever is required to keep your dishwasher, washing machine, oven, refrigerator and other appliance working efficiently all yea...Read more about Appliance Repair Palos Verdes Estates
Porch Pro Headshot ABC Heating & Air
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California
(48)
Porch Pro Headshot S & P AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, 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.
Porch Pro Headshot B & W FURNACE SERVICE INC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrance, California

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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
Low or no heat in one area
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Furnace age
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Furnace problems
Premier heater present - possible recall - recommend licensed heating contractor or gas company to evaluate this unit (includes all possible re-branded units)
When problems started
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Furnace age
10-15 years old