Heat pump or furnace? That is the first thing that matters when the heat quits in Reno, NV, because the two fail in completely different ways. Heat pumps tend to ice over when defrost stops working, get stuck in cooling when a reversing valve fails, or quietly lean on the electric backup strips, at several times the normal operating cost, when the outdoor unit dies. Gas furnaces typically come down to the flame sensor: once oxide coats it, the burners light but the flame cannot be proven, so the board cuts the gas and locks out after three tries. After that, we most often find cracked hot surface igniters, stuck pressure switches, clogged condensate traps on high-efficiency models, and blower motors at the end of their life.
Our most requested repair is Furnace Repair. That's the place to start if you need a fix today.
When to Call for Heating Repair in Reno
Recognizing the warning signs early can save you time and money. Watch for these telltale signs:
- Burning, musty, or rotten-egg odors when the heat runs
- The thermostat calls for heat but the vents blow cold air or nothing
- The system starting and stopping every few minutes without warming the house
- Clicking and failed ignition attempts before the furnace gives up
- A heat pump's outdoor unit encased in frost or ice
- Booming or banging at ignition, a sign of delayed burner light-off
- Uneven heat, with certain rooms that never warm up
- Energy costs climbing even though the house feels colder
Don't Wait for a Total Failure
Most HVAC failures start small, a weak capacitor, a squealing blower, a system that runs a little longer each week. At the first hint of a problem, call (775) 314-3282 for a fast inspection.
