Bolton Heating & Air: Fixing Common Winter Furnace Problems
Forney weather changes fast. Your heater might sit quiet for months and then suddenly have to run all night during a “Blue Norther.” This is when parts break. At Bolton Heating & Air, we see these failures every time the temperature drops.
If your home feels cold or your vents are blowing chilly air, your system is struggling. We can help. Here are the specific problems the Bolton team fixes for our neighbors.
Ignition & Pilot Light Problems
You might hear your furnace clicking over and over without any heat starting. This usually means the ignition sequence is failing.
- The Problem: Pilot Lights get clogged with dust. Modern Electronic Ignitors can crack when they get too hot.
- The Bolton Fix: We provide fast Ignitor & Flame Sensor Replacement. A dirty flame sensor is the most common reason a furnace shuts off just seconds after it starts. We clean them or swap them out to keep your home warm.
Short-Cycling & The Limit Switch
Some furnaces turn on for a few minutes and then quit before the house stays warm. This is called short-cycling.
- The Problem: Your Limit Switch is a safety trigger. It kills the power so your Heat Exchanger doesn’t get too hot and crack. This usually happens because a dirty filter is blocking the air or a blower motor is dying.
- The Bolton Fix: Our technicians check your airflow and test the limit switch. We find the real reason your system is overheating so you don’t have to call us back twice.
Noisy Inducer Motors & Pressure Switches
A small fan called a Draft Inducer Motor has to clear out exhaust gases before your furnace can light up.
- The Problem: If this motor fails, your furnace stays locked for your safety. You might hear a loud screeching or vibrating sound coming from the attic. If the Pressure Switch doesn’t feel the air moving, the system won’t spark.
- The Bolton Fix: We offer quick Inducer Motor Repair. We make sure your furnace vents safely and runs quietly so your family can sleep.
Heat Pumps Stuck in the Ice
Many new Forney homes don’t use gas. They use electric heat pumps. These units face a different set of problems when DFW gets an ice storm.
- The Problem: Your outdoor unit can turn into a giant block of ice. This happens if the Defrost Board or the Reversing Valve stops working. If you see your “Aux Heat” light stay on all day, you are probably paying way too much for electricity.
- The Bolton Fix: We are experts in Heat Pump Defrost Cycle Repair. We get your unit back to peak efficiency so you can stop wasting money on your electric bill.
The Bolton Safety Check: Heat Exchangers
The Heat Exchanger is the most important part of a gas furnace. A tiny crack can let Carbon Monoxide leak into your house. We take this seriously. If your furnace is getting old, ask us for a Heat Exchanger Inspection. We want to make sure your air is safe to breathe.
Heating Repair for Forney & The Metroplex
Don’t wait until the next big storm hits Kaufman County. Whether you need a simple Flame Sensor Cleaning or a full Blower Fan Replacement, Bolton Heating & Air is right around the corner. We serve Heartland, Travis Ranch, Devonshire, and the surrounding areas.