Furnace and heat pump repair in Murfreesboro
Most Rutherford County homes heat with a gas furnace or an electric heat pump. When either one quits on a cold night, tell us what it's doing and we'll pass your request to a local pro.
What to check before you call
- The thermostat is set to Heat, the setting is above room temperature, and it has fresh batteries.
- The breaker for the furnace or air handler hasn't tripped, and the service switch by the unit is on.
- The air filter isn't packed with dust. A clogged filter can make a furnace shut itself off.
- On a heat pump, a short burst of steam from the outdoor unit in cold weather is normal defrosting.
Common furnace problems
Igniters and flame sensors wear out and are some of the most common winter repairs. Blower motors, control boards and pressure switches fail less often and cost more. A cracked heat exchanger is the serious one: it can leak carbon monoxide, and most pros will recommend replacement.
Smell gas? Leave the house now and call your gas company or 911 from outside. Don't use light switches or the thermostat. If a carbon monoxide alarm goes off, get everyone outside and call 911.
Common heat pump problems
A heat pump that blows lukewarm air on a freezing morning may be running on emergency heat, stuck in defrost, low on refrigerant, or have a failed reversing valve or outdoor fan. A technician can tell which with a few readings.
Want a rough idea of cost first? Read what furnace repair costs.