There’s no way of telling when your heating will fail during its average lifespan of 15 to 20 years. It can even happen just a few years after installation. Failure doesn’t always mean the unit won’t turn on. If something seems off, you may need heating repair even when it’s turning on and blowing warm air out. 

Allen Service Company has been tending to the heating repair needs of Pell City, AL, and the surrounding communities in St. Clair County since 1979. They know how to identify the warning signs that a heating service call is needed. Understanding these signs can be the difference between receiving a timely repair and waking up to an icy-cold home. Here are five signs you need heating repair: 

1. High Utility Bills

It seems that utility bills never decrease, but if you observe them increasing in an unexpected manner, your heating unit might be the culprit. If it’s exponentially higher, you may want to consult a heating company to have a look.

2. Habits Have Changed

A higher utility bill is often the result of heating your home at a higher temperature. If you’ve always been comfortable setting your heat at 72 degrees but suddenly find yourself constantly dialing up the thermostat, this is a problem that needs to be addressed.

3. Improper Heat Distribution

Perhaps, you’ve discovered some rooms of your home are cooler or warmer than others. If you need to wear a sweater in the living room but sweat in the family room, your heating unit may be struggling to heat properly.

4. Unusual Noises  

There’s no such thing as a silent furnace. All of them make noises, but when those noises become noticeably louder, it’s time to seek assistance from heating professionals.

5. Odd Pilot Light Color

Check the color of the pilot light on gas furnaces. If the normal blue flame is replaced by another color on a consistent basis, this is a sign the unit is having trouble functioning. 

Upon observing the first warning sign that your heating unit is having trouble, reach out to the skilled and experienced team at Allen Service Company for prompt heating repair services. They can be reached by calling (205) 338-2311 or by visiting the website.