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Trusted Residential Service from a Local Heating Company
Everything else takes a back seat when your heating system stops working. Boss Plumbing & Heating provides affordable heating repair, replacement, and maintenance. Whether your furnace has stopped firing, your boiler isn’t producing heat, or your system just isn’t keeping up the way it used to, our experienced team is ready to step in.
We’ve been a preferred local heating contractor for over 10 years, and we bring the same commitment to honest, no-upsell service to every heater repair call that we bring to our plumbing work. Choose qualified technicians who get it right the first time—call our Philadelphia or Glenside office for a free estimate!
Our Heating Services
- Furnace Repair and Replacement
- Boiler Repair and Replacement
- Heating Maintenance
- Emergency Heating Repair
Signs Your System Needs Heating Repair
Heating problems rarely appear out of nowhere. Most systems give warning signs before they fail completely. Call Boss Plumbing & Heating for heater repair if you notice:
- No heat
- Cold spots or uneven heat distribution
- Unusual banging, rattling, or whistling noises
- A pilot light that keeps going out or a burner that won’t stay lit
- Soot, rust, or visible corrosion
- A sudden and unexplained increase in your heating bill
- A heating system that’s more than 15 years old
The earlier a problem is caught, the less expensive it typically is to fix. Don’t wait until your system fails completely on the coldest night of the year.
Common Heating Problems We Repair
Over the last 10 years of residential heating services, our team has seen just about every heating issue there is. Some of the most common problems we diagnose include:
- Furnaces that won’t ignite or that short-cycle
- Boilers losing pressure or leaking water
- Burners that are dirty, misaligned, or failing to fire
- Pilot light and ignition system failures
- Cracked heat exchangers on furnaces
- Blower motor failures
Why You Should Never Delay Emergency Repairs
A home without heat can become unsafe in a matter of hours, especially for young children, elderly residents, or anyone with health concerns. Beyond safety, delaying repairs can lead to:
- Pipes freezing and bursting inside your walls
- Carbon monoxide exposure
- Mold and moisture issues
Boss Plumbing & Heating’s 24/7 emergency service exists for exactly these situations. Our 5 trucks are in service and our team is reachable around the clock. The moment you suspect a heating failure, call us—we’ll be there.
FAQs
How often should I service my heating system?
Most heating systems should be serviced once a year before the start of the heating season in the fall.
Why is my heater blowing cold air?
The most common causes include an overheating furnace that has triggered its safety shutoff, a faulty ignition system that isn’t properly lighting the burner, a malfunctioning thermostat, or a problem with the heat exchanger. In some cases, a clogged air filter restricts airflow to the point where the system can’t function properly.
Why is my heating bill so high?
A spike in your heating bill usually means your system is working harder than it should to maintain your home’s temperature. Common causes include a dirty or aging furnace or boiler operating at reduced efficiency, a failing thermostat that’s misreading temperatures, poor insulation or air sealing in your home, or a heating system that’s simply too old to run efficiently.
What’s the difference between a furnace and a boiler?
Furnaces and boilers are both home heating systems, but they work in different ways. A furnace heats air and distributes it throughout your home through a system of ducts and vents. A boiler heats water and distributes that heat through radiators, baseboard units, or radiant floor systems.
Stay Warm All Winter with Boss Plumbing & Heating!
Your heating system is too important to trust to just anyone. Boss Plumbing & Heating brings over 10 years of experience, a roster of qualified technicians, and a genuine commitment to honest, high-quality service to every heating job we take on.
If you need a routine maintenance visit, an urgent no-heat repair, or a full system replacement, reach out to our heating company today!
What to Expect: The Boss Plumbing & Heating Process
Contact Our Team
Call any time to speak with a live person and tell us what is going on.
Get a Free Assessment
We take a look, explain the problem, and provide an upfront estimate.
Approve the Plan
Once you’re ready, our qualified technicians get to work.
Get Lasting Peace of Mind
After the job is done, we make sure you’re satisfied before we leave.
