Furnace Repair, Replacement & Installation

Homeowners across Salem, Corvallis, and the Willamette Valley count on Day Heating for furnace repair, replacement, installation, and maintenance. We service gas and oil furnaces, and we are a Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer. Call 503-363-4822 or request service online to schedule furnace service before the cold settles in.

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Furnace Repair When Your Heat Stops or Blows Cold Air

Our technicians repair gas and oil furnaces that will not start, will not ignite, blow cold air, short cycle, or make unusual noises. A repair visit covers the parts that most often keep a furnace from running: igniters and flame sensors, control boards, inducer and blower motors, pressure switches, and thermostat connections. We test before we replace anything, and a part comes out only when it is the cause of the problem.

Salem customers have called us for failed control boards and worn blower motors, and reviewers regularly mention that the technician explained what he found while he worked. When repair is not the smart move, we say so and walk through replacement options instead.

Furnace Replacement and Installation for Steady, Efficient Heat

When a furnace is too old, too costly to keep repairing, or has a cracked heat exchanger, we replace it with a properly sized Bryant gas or oil furnace. Installation includes measuring the home and its existing ductwork, removing the old unit, setting and venting the new furnace, and testing the whole system before we leave.

Single-stage, two-stage, and variable-speed models are all options, and the right one depends on the size of your home and how evenly you want the rooms to heat. Ask about financing during your estimate so the upfront cost does not decide the timing for you.

Furnace Maintenance and Tune-Ups Before Cold Weather

A furnace tune-up covers the burners, ignition system, heat exchanger, blower, venting, and safety controls, along with the cleaning and adjustments that keep the furnace running the way it was built to. It is the easiest way to catch a failing part in October instead of on the coldest night of the year.

Many of our maintenance customers book the same technician year after year, and one Salem homeowner has kept the same technician on their heating and cooling system for seven or eight years. If you would rather not track the calendar yourself, a preventative maintenance plan keeps the visits coming.

Choose the Right Furnace Fuel Type

Natural gas is the most common furnace fuel where a gas line reaches the home, and we install Bryant gas furnaces for those homes. Homes without gas service can use an oil furnace, which needs a storage tank and regular filter and tank care. Electric furnaces cost less to install but more to run, which is why we steer most homeowners toward gas or oil.

Single-Stage, Two-Stage, or Variable-Speed Furnace

A single-stage furnace is either on or off, which makes it the most affordable option and the one most likely to leave hot and cold spots in a larger home. A two-stage furnace runs at full or half output, so rooms heat more evenly and the half-speed setting is quieter. A variable-speed furnace adjusts its output continuously, running longer at lower speeds for steadier temperatures, quieter operation, and better filtration of the air moving through the house, which is why it suits larger homes best.

How AFUE Affects Your Heating Bill

AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency) shows how much of a furnace's fuel becomes heat. A high-efficiency gas furnace rated at 95 AFUE turns 95 percent of its fuel into heat, while an older 80 AFUE furnace sends 20 percent up the vent. Higher ratings cost more upfront and use less fuel every month after that.

How Much Money Can a New Furnace Save You?

Our AFUE energy savings calculator can help determine how much you could save on your utility bills. Enter your current unit’s AFUE value and compare it to a newer, more efficient system.

Furnace Questions From Salem-Area Homeowners

Why is my furnace not turning on?

Check the thermostat first: is the display on, and is it set to “heat” at a temperature above the room temperature? Then check the breaker and the furnace’s own power switch, which often looks like an ordinary light switch mounted near the unit. That second check matters after one of the valley’s winter power outages, since a breaker can trip the moment power comes back on. A clogged air filter can also shut the system down through a safety switch. If none of that helps, the cause is usually an ignition or control issue, and that is a job for a technician.

Why is my furnace running but my Salem-area home still feels cold?

Start with two quick checks: make sure the air filter is not clogged and the thermostat fan is set to Auto instead of On. If the burners light and then shut off, a dirty flame sensor or a tripped limit switch from restricted airflow is a common cause, and that is a repair call rather than a reset. If the furnace blows air but never lights, the igniter, gas valve, or control board needs testing.

Why is my furnace not igniting?

If you hear clicking or a whoosh but the burners never light, the furnace is failing somewhere in its ignition sequence. The usual culprits are a worn igniter, a gas supply or valve problem, or a flame sensor that can’t confirm the flame. These are gas components, so this is not a do-it-yourself repair. If you smell gas at any point, leave the house and call 911 or your gas utility from outside. Otherwise, set the thermostat to off and call us.

How long does a furnace last, and should I repair or replace mine?

Gas furnaces commonly last 15 to 20 years, so age is the first factor. A cracked heat exchanger always points to replacement. If your furnace is more than 12 years old and a repair would cost more than half the price of a new system, it is usually time to replace it, especially if breakdowns are becoming frequent. Other signs are climbing energy bills, uneven heating, and burner flames that burn yellow instead of blue, which is a safety issue, not just a maintenance one. We give you both numbers so you can decide.

Can I replace my furnace without replacing my air conditioner?

Often yes, but the new furnace has to work with the indoor coil and blower that your AC already uses. We check that match, along with the age of the AC, before recommending a furnace-only replacement so you do not end up with a mismatched system.

Why is there water around my furnace in my Willamette Valley home?

A high-efficiency furnace produces condensation that drains away through a small line, and a clogged or cracked drain is the usual reason water collects around the unit. Water from an older, non-condensing furnace can point to a different problem. Read our guide on what to do when your furnace is leaking water, then call us if the leak continues.

Schedule Furnace Repair, Replacement, or a Tune-Up

Whether the heat has stopped or you want the furnace checked before winter, our team is ready to help. Call 503-363-4822 or request service online to schedule furnace service for your home.