Heating Repair Bloomington, MN

Most homeowners perceive a slight odor or burning smell when the heating system is first turned on. While the presence of brief odors is normal, the smell should dissipate within one to two hours of turning on the heat. If there are any lingering odors — such as burning, chemical, smoke, or rotten egg scents — turn the system off and call Bloomington Heating & Air for service right away.

• Burning: Electrical components, such as wires, can begin to smolder or burn when excessive heat is contained inside the furnace. A metallic smell could be caused due to overheated rubber components within the system.
• Chemical: This type of smell is generally caused by a crack in the heat exchanger, which could cause a carbon monoxide leak.
• Smoke: The lingering scent of smoke typically means the furnace chimney is clogged or blocked.
• Rotten Eggs: Gas leaks often produce the scent of rotten eggs. Gas suppliers add sulfur to natural gas — which is otherwise odorless — so that homeowners can detect gas leaks more easily.

While most modern furnaces have built-in carbon monoxide detectors, older heating system models typically don’t. Each home should have at least one carbon monoxide detector near the furnace and one on each floor of the home. If your home’s carbon monoxide detector goes off, turn off the system and call Bloomington Heating & Air as soon as possible. Our technicians respond promptly and will make any repairs necessary to ensure your heater is safe to use again.

At least part of your home’s heating system relies on electricity to function, so if a fuse blows or breaker trips, heat may be brought to a halt. Whether your heating system fails due to disconnected wiring or a damaged thermostat, our trained technicians have experience in troubleshooting electrical issues in residential heating systems and will have the heat back on in your home quickly.

Each home is unique in terms of its heating capabilities. But if there is uneven heating in the home, the cause may be as simple as a blocked air vent or as complicated as an improperly functioning compressor. The cause of uneven heating can also be attributed to issues in the ductwork, such as leaks or damage, which affect the ability for heat to reach specific rooms in a home.

If there’s an issue with the thermostat, your residential heating system won’t know when to turn on – or off. A thermostat that causes a fan or blower to work more than necessary can lead to its premature failure.

If you’ve had your heating system for more than a day, the internal mechanisms have already begun to work. The movement over time results in wear and tear on the parts, but routine maintenance and checkups from Bloomington Heating & Air can give you a heads up before you have a cold home during the winter.