Furnace Repair in Naperville and Aurora

Here to Quickly Handle Your Furnace Problems

Nortek is well known for providing high quality furnace repair services. Our reviews reflect the many happy customers we've made since we started in 2001. If you're looking for professionals who are friendly and thorough, that's what you'll find whether you need furnace installation, furnace maintenance, or furnace repair. There's no brand or model we haven't worked with, so you don't need to worry.

Setting up a furnace tune-up with Nortek Environmental, Inc. is fast and easy. Your year-round comfort is as important to us as it is to you and your family.

Symptoms of a Furnace on the Verge of Breakdown

Before suffering a complete furnace break down, there are normally tell tale signs that something isn't right. This may go on for some time before your furnace fails. In most cases, the signs you need to call a Naperville HVAC contractor may go unnoticed unless you know what to look for. Since it's always best to catch problems early before they become bigger and more costly, be aware of these symptoms which often signal furnace trouble:

• Odd Smells: This does not include the musty odor you get when you first turn your furnace on for the season—the smell of dust burning off that settled in the off-season. Other than that, if, you notice a persistent or sudden smell, you'll want to call a local HVAC company.
• Strange Noises: Your furnace should not be making clanking or banging noises. If it does, your unit likely has developed one of several possible issues. A heating repair expert can determine the cause. Call (630) 548-1500 and we can schedule a furnace repair in Naperville or Aurora .
• Frequent Service Calls: There's not a furnace in DuPage and Will County that won't at some time need service due to a failing part. Twenty five percent of all homes in the US call an HVAC technician each year for other than preventative furnace maintenance visits. Repeated issues in a heating season suggest your furnace is nearing the end of its life.
• Increasing Utility Bills: Your electric and gas bills can go up for several reasons, cooler temperatures being the most obvious. Yet, unexplainable increases in energy bills might warrant having our HVAC experts look at your furnace. Often a furnace that's being pushed past its limit will consume more energy.
• Surface Rust: Small amounts of rust can often be found on older units, however, large amounts—especially on the flue—point to venting that is not functioning properly. If the source of the rust is a roof or plumbing leak, the resulting rust can be dangerous if it reaches the heat exchanger allowing deadly carbon monoxide to seep into your home. Don't take changes—give Nortek a call if you see significant rust on your furnace.
• Frequent Cycling: A furnace should not be constantly turning on and off. If yours is, it's likely something is not right. Your furnace may be too large for the size of your house, or it could be something else. This kind of problem can have several causes and be difficult to diagnose. Count on our heating repair experts to figure it out and fix it quickly.
• Start-Up Issues: If dropping below the set temperature on your thermostat does not cause your furnace to turn on or you hear clicking noises at start up, your furnace needs to be checked. Often, these signs precede a furnace breakdown. If you find this happening, submit a schedule request or give Nortek Environmental, Inc. a call at (630) 548-1500.

The good news is that, Nortek can handle your furnace repair whatever the cause. While most of our service calls are to homes in Bolingbrook, Aurora, and Naperville, residents in the surrounding areas know and trust us, too.

The Top 5 Causes of Furnace Failure

It’s important that homeowners understand what parts of their furnace are most likely to fail. This can better prepare them to communicate with us about their heating problems. It also allows us to quickly fulfill your heating repair needs in DuPage and Will County. When fixing heating systems, we often find the following culprits, some of which can save you a service call:

1. Clogged Filters: When was the last time you swapped out your furnace filter? If the answer is more than a few weeks ago, it might be time to check it, especially if you have pets. When running, your heating system pulls in dust, dander, and dirt. This is kept out of the mechanical parts by your furnace filter. A clogged filter restricts airflow, making your heating system work harder. Replacing it not only helps efficiency, but also improves air quality.
2. Bad Thermostats: Your thermostat is responsible for signaling your furnace when to turn off and on to maintain the set temperature. If it’s not working properly, you’ll struggle to get warm. For instances where the thermostat may be at fault, make sure its batteries are good, if it uses any. Also, double-check that it is set to HEAT with the run method on AUTO.
3. Ignition Failure: Sometimes the pilot light or surface ignitor will fail and refuse to light the burners. If this happens your furnace won’t be able to heat the air, leaving you in the cold. To prevent this, have it checked and cleaned regularly by our HVAC professionals.
4. Exhaust Blower Issues: The furnace exhaust blower is what takes the combustion gases out of the heat exchanger and vents it safely outdoors. If this component fails, the furnace will cycle on and off or shut down. Regular inspections and maintenance visits can prevent this from happening.
5. Blower Motor Failure: The blower motor is essentially what keeps the air moving around your home. Should this component fail, it doesn’t matter how efficient your furnace is, the hot air won’t be distributed around your home. The blower can fail from overheating or from it becoming clogged with debris. Have your furnace tuned up to keep the blower working effectively.
6. Bad Heat Exchanger: The heat exchanger is one of the most important components of a conventional furnace. It is the component that safely transfers heat from the flame into heated air that is circulated in the home. When the heat exchanger develops holes or cracks, replacing it can be quite expensive. Some people prefer to simply replace their furnace. An expert evaluating your system can best advise you. If the stress on your heat exchanger is due to excess cycling due to having too large of a furnace, only replacing the heat exchanger will result in the same problem developing again.

Trust Us with Your Furnace Problems

Don't go with just any company when it comes to furnace repair in Aurora or Bolingbrook. You may have many HVAC contractors to choose from, but not all are bonafide professionals who put your satisfaction first.

Whether your furnace needs to be repaired or replaced, look to the experts at Nortek Environmental, Inc.! As our reviews reflect, many of your neighbors turn to us already! Given our 25 years of experience serving homeowners in DuPage and Will County, we have the experience needed to fix your broken furnace or replace the old one. Our array of services and detailed procedures ensure we can handle everything needed to do the job right. Nortek Environmental, Inc. can be counted on for exceptional products and workmanship. Don't delay!— today to schedule your furnace repair.

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