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HVAC Repair in Ocean City, NJ and The Surrounding Areas

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Gas and oil furnaces require regular maintenance to remain in good working order and stay energy efficient, as do other kinds of heating systems like boilers and heat pumps. However, even a well maintained heating system will occasionally experience problems and require repairs.

If you notice an issue with your heating system, the team at McAllister can help. We have been serving the residents of South Jersey for more than 100 years, and we know precisely how to provide quick and efficient repair services to get your heat pump, boiler, or furnace system back up and running again.

South Jersey Heating Repair Services

As winter approaches, you and your family rely on the efficiency of your home’s heating system to stay warm as the temperatures drop. There is nothing more inconvenient than your heating system giving out on you during winter, but heating systems can develop problems any time and require immediate repair.

If your heating system is not working like it should, you should first check the air filter to see if it is dirty and needs replacing. Also, make sure the airflow vents are all fully open and not blocked by furniture or drapes. If the filter or vents are not the issue, the best course of action is to turn the system off and schedule a heating repair with McAllister as soon as possible. Continuing to run your heating system when something is wrong will only make things worse.

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Indications You Need A Gas Heater Repair

Heating systems will almost always alert you to a problem before they stop working. The symptoms below indicate that you may need a repair for your gas furnace.

  • Furnace makes a popping, banging, squealing, screeching, creaking, rattling or grinding sound
  • Heater runs continuously or cycles on and off every few minutes
  • Weak airflow coming from the air vents
  • Furnace turns on but will not blow warm air
  • Burning smell or other foul odors
  • Gas burner flame is yellow instead of blue
  • Burner flame flickers
  • Gas and electric bills are rising
  • Your carbon monoxide detector goes off
  • Some rooms are too hot while other rooms are too cold
  • No matter how much you adjust the thermostat, you never feel comfortable
  • Furnace has problems getting started and/or staying on

Indications You Need an Oil Heater Repair

Most symptoms that indicate you need a gas furnace repair also indicate a need for an oil heater repair. Be aware of these potential problems as well:

  • Oil burner is not working
  • You smell smoke, unusual odors or noxious fumes
  • There is excessive fuel consumption
  • Burner is working but the furnace will not fire up

Indications Your Boiler Needs Repair

Some signs your boiler system may need a repair can include the following:

  • An increase in your heating bills
  • It is taking a long time for your home to heat up, or the building stays cold even after the heat has been turned on
  • Water leaks (usually moisture pooling at the base of your boiler can be found)
  • Strange smells, especially a sharp metallic odor
  • Unusual noises, like thumping, hissing, or whirring
  • Visible corrosion, such as rust or staining

Indications Your Heating Pump is in Need of Repair

If you rely on a heat pump system for your heating and cooling in South Jersey, it is good to be aware of the signs that indicate your heat pump is in need of a repair so you can avoid permanent damage to your system. Some examples are listed below.

  • Lower efficiency and higher than usual heating costs and energy bills
  • Reduced comfort, often due to weak or poor air flow
  • No heat or cooling ability whatsoever
  • Unit is turning on and off quickly, or “short cycling”
  • Strange noises, such as clanking, banging, wheezing, or squealing
  • Stuck in heating or cooling mode, or it is difficult to get the system to switch modes
  • Weird smells, such as musty, wet, or foul odors – if a filter change does not help, your system may need a professional repair
  • Icing or freezing/frozen coils, often because of a refrigerant leak in the system

24/7 Emergency Heating Repair in South Jersey at an HVAC Company Near Ocean City

We understand that when your heater goes out, there is nothing more important than getting your system back up and running. If your heater goes out in the middle of the night or on a holiday, you do not have to wait until regular business hours to receive a heating repair from McAllister.

We are proud to offer heating and air conditioning repairs near Ocean City, and the surrounding areas, anytime of the year. At McAllister, our heating repair specialists ensure you can rely on us for emergency HVAC services whenever you need them!

Heating & Furnace Repairs Near Ocean City, Somers Point, and the Surrounding Areas

When you choose McAllister for heating repairs or maintenance, you are making the best decision for your home’s HVAC system. Our technicians are skilled and experienced heating professionals who can quickly diagnose problems for a variety of systems. If there is an issue with your heating unit, we will find it, fix it, and make sure you are not left without heat in the middle of winter.

For dependable heating repair in South Jersey, contact us online or call us today at (800)-757-4122 to schedule a service.

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Most Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SEER rating?

The SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio) is how the efficiency of your heating and cooling equipment is measured. The SEER is the amount of cooling your system will deliver per dollar spent on electricity, as compared to other systems. For example, a 3-ton unit may have a SEER efficiency rating of 13, 14, or 15. The higher the SEER the more efficient the system will be. The SEER rating of any given unit can range anywhere from 13 to 21.

Each split system cooling unit has a nominal SEER rating. This rating can be increased with the upgrade of the same series indoor unit. The SEER rating of a system is derived based on the combination of equipment installed in the home. The outdoor equipment (heat pump or air conditioner), as well as the indoor equipment (evaporator coil and furnace, or air handler), play a vital role in the total rating.

Your heating and cooling systems work incredibly hard to perform their functions for your home everyday. The constant stopping, starting and continual operation can wear down any machine if the proper care and maintenance is delayed. However, by performing regular maintenance, you can maximize the lifecycle of your heating or cooling unit and guard against many common equipment failures. Preventive maintenance inspections performed on a regular basis can uncover leaks, rust, rot, soot, frayed wires and corroded electrical contacts that the naked eye may not notice. You should have maintenance done on your system regularly to ensure maximum efficiency and allow prevent possible problems that may occur in the near future.

To keep your equipment running efficiently and maximize the useful life of your system all equipment needs to have an annual tune-up. At least once a year heat pumps and air conditioners require a professional tune-up. Inspections on boiler and furnace systems should include ductwork, pipes, dampers, valves, the chimney, registers, radiators, pumps, blowers, fuel lines, the gas meter, oil tank and every part of the actual furnace and boiler. Meanwhile, heat pump and air conditioning unit inspections should also include inspections of the fan, compressor, indoor coils, outdoor coils, line kits and refrigerant lines.

As your local Carrier dealer, McAllister… The Service Co. is your troubleshooting expert, and is glad to help you. In addition, Carrier also provides a network of troubleshooting technicians at Carrier Distribution centers across the country which McAllister… The Service Co. will utilize to solve your concern. Should we encounter a situation that requires additional factory help, we will contact our factory supported Service Manager(s) for assistance.

Since they are electronic, programmable thermostats are more accurate and efficient than thermostats that contain mercury. With programmable thermostats you can control the temperature in your home at different times of day without ever touching your thermostat. Because everything is automatic, you will never forget to change the setting on your own. A WiFi enabled thermostat allows you to monitor and adjust your home’s heating and cooling system remotely, helping you reduce your heating and cooling costs.

Standard filters work to keep your system and its ductwork clean, but they don’t really improve indoor air quality. To do that you need a media filter. The media filter rests between the main return duct and the blower cabinet and will improve dust and particle removal by seven times that of a standard filter. However, upgrading to a pleated media filter will remove everything from insecticide dust to airborne viruses from the filtered air. Always choose a filter that matches your blower’s capacity. For optimum efficiency and filtration, McAllister… The Service Co. recommends that you replace your disposable filters at least once a month. If you have washable filters, they should be cleaned once a month.

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McAllister...The Service Company

McAllister...The Service Company
30 Mays Landing Rd.
Somers Point, NJ 08244

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