Top 10 furnace repair services in Torrington, CT

Porch Pro Headshot 20/20 Air Service Cooling, Heating, and Plumbing
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
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Porch Pro Headshot Aire Serv of Southwest Connecticut
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
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Porch Pro Headshot Aire Serv of The Mid-hudson Valley
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
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Porch Pro Headshot Absolute Mechanical Systems LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
(66)
"My indirect, oil-fired, hot-water heater had formed a large, brown puddle on the floor of the basement -- a sign the steel interior tank had rusted. Absolute Mechanical Systems called and we arranged an appointment for an estimate (I also called my oil company, which sent out a salesman to give me ...Read more about Absolute Mechanical Systems LLC
"My indirect, oil-fired, hot-water heater had formed a large, brown puddle on the floor of the basement -- a sign the steel interior tank had rusted. Absolute Mechanical Systems called and we arranged an appointment for an estimate (I also called my oil company, which sent out a salesman to give me ...Read more about Absolute Mechanical Systems LLC
Porch Pro Headshot AAA Plumbing LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
(35)
"These guys are great. Professional, quick to respond and excellent work for our little tub replacement job. Had a manufacturing problem with tub surround purchased elsewhere, had a crack upon opening the box. Greg called his shop, located a replacement and had it delivered to our house 2 hours la...Read more about AAA Plumbing LLC
"These guys are great. Professional, quick to respond and excellent work for our little tub replacement job. Had a manufacturing problem with tub surround purchased elsewhere, had a crack upon opening the box. Greg called his shop, located a replacement and had it delivered to our house 2 hours la...Read more about AAA Plumbing LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Econo Appliance Repair
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
(68)
In business since 2000, Econo Appliance Repair has the experience and know-how to deliver safe, effective appliance repairs throughout the Danbury area. From refrigerators to ovens to dryers, there's no household appliance repair we can't do. Combining impressive handiwork with our great customer se...Read more about Econo Appliance Repair
In business since 2000, Econo Appliance Repair has the experience and know-how to deliver safe, effective appliance repairs throughout the Danbury area. From refrigerators to ovens to dryers, there's no household appliance repair we can't do. Combining impressive handiwork with our great customer se...Read more about Econo Appliance Repair
Porch Pro Headshot W.L. Heating & Cooling LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
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W.L. Heating & Cooling, LLC has been a family owned business for ten years. We specialize in the installation of boilers, furnaces, air conditioning, water heaters and sheet metal ductwork for both the residential and commercial customers. We custom fabricate all sheet metal ductwork in our fully eq...Read more about W.L. Heating & Cooling LLC
W.L. Heating & Cooling, LLC has been a family owned business for ten years. We specialize in the installation of boilers, furnaces, air conditioning, water heaters and sheet metal ductwork for both the residential and commercial customers. We custom fabricate all sheet metal ductwork in our fully eq...Read more about W.L. Heating & Cooling LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Deitch Energy  LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
(51)
Deitch Energy LLC is a full service retail fuel oil, heating and cooling company. We are located at 40 Woodland Street (Rear), Hartford, CT 06105 and bring to the community over 60 years of experience in the industry. We pride ourselves in being fair and competitive, while offering services from sk...Read more about Deitch Energy LLC
Deitch Energy LLC is a full service retail fuel oil, heating and cooling company. We are located at 40 Woodland Street (Rear), Hartford, CT 06105 and bring to the community over 60 years of experience in the industry. We pride ourselves in being fair and competitive, while offering services from sk...Read more about Deitch Energy LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Home Doctor of America
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
Home Doctor of America - Friendly. Reliable. Independent. Certified and Verified. Home Doctor of America | Bob Mariani Home Doctor of America is about creating a better home by using building science and a great attention to details. We conduct "whole house" energy audits designed to improve the ef...Read more about Home Doctor of America
Home Doctor of America - Friendly. Reliable. Independent. Certified and Verified. Home Doctor of America | Bob Mariani Home Doctor of America is about creating a better home by using building science and a great attention to details. We conduct "whole house" energy audits designed to improve the ef...Read more about Home Doctor of America
Porch Pro Headshot South Britain Oil
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
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South Britain Oil LLC is a family owned and operated business, which after 21 years in business continues and strives to be the full service oil company you've been looking for. In being a full service company South Britain Oil prides itself in providing our customers with the quality service they d...Read more about South Britain Oil
South Britain Oil LLC is a family owned and operated business, which after 21 years in business continues and strives to be the full service oil company you've been looking for. In being a full service company South Britain Oil prides itself in providing our customers with the quality service they d...Read more about South Britain Oil

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 Torrington furnace repair services

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absolute worst ! do not hire these people especially if you are a senior . they are hit and run

- chuck HOUSEHOLDER
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- William Ruocco
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I have worked with AAA Plumbing LLC since 2009 as then-Chair of the Board of Trustees of First Ecclesiastical Society of East Haddam, Connecticut/First Church of Christ Congregational in East Haddam. At the time, we had AAA design and install a replaceme...

- David Nelson
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Highly knowledgeable and great service. They took on a very difficult job and the results were fantastic!

- Sean McDonald
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Very pleasant staff, explained all they would do, courteous, did a great job.

- Mary Ann Overbaugh

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Porch Pro Headshot Hot Spot Stoves & Mechanical LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
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Established in 2000, Hot Spot Stove is a family owned business located at Four Lower Lane. They specialize in wood stoves, pellet stoves, and gas units. They also sell gas logs, bellows, wood pokers and additional accessories. Hot Spot Stove also offers service and cleaning for all stoves. They carr...Read more about Hot Spot Stoves & Mechanical LLC
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Porch Pro Headshot Premier Energy Co
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
(11)
We have formed to bring the best of energy and quality family run tradition to you. We know the importance of establishing and maintaining a quality relationship with our customers. We have and will continue to put our customers first, no matter how challenging the winter or how turbulent the worl...Read more about Premier Energy Co
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Porch Pro Headshot Climate Creator, LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
We are a family owned and operated Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning company based in Meriden, CT. We believe in always providing the best in service, as we are a part of this community and our reputation means everything to us. We provide the following services: Heating, Ventillating, Air ...Read more about Climate Creator, LLC
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Porch Pro Headshot Cameron Plumbing & Heating Co
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
(41)
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Porch Pro Headshot All Temp Cooling and Heating, LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
We hold A Plus rating with the Better Business Bureau with no complaints or unresolved issues. We are D & B rated Company. We provide all types of Air Conditioning Services including Gas Heat, Heat Pumps and Refrigeration Services. We also provide Duct Cleaning and Thermal Imaging Services. We servi...Read more about All Temp Cooling and Heating, LLC
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Porch Pro Headshot Automated Appliance Service LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
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Porch Pro Headshot Grady Mechanical LLC
Furnace Repair
Serves Torrington, Connecticut
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Porch Pro Headshot Johnson appliance
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