You rely on your oil-fired heating system to keep you warm in the harshest of winters. When it comes time for repair and maintenance, MGM Mechanical team of repair specialists can help you to diagnose the issues and get the appropriate fix. We’re proud to serve our neighbors in Harrisburg, Selinsgrove, Mifflinburg, and Lewistown, PA.
Benefits of Regular Maintenance and Repair of Your Boiler
With regular maintenance and quality repairs, you can extend the standard life of your oil heating system from 10-15 years to nearly 30 years.
With MGM Mechanical’s preventative maintenance program, you can schedule one of our expert HVAC professionals to:
- Clean heat exchangers: This helps maintain efficient heat transfer and prevents potential buildup that can damage your HVAC system.
- Clean exhaust vents: Cleaning your exhaust vents can prevent dangerous carbon monoxide buildup, improving overall ventilation.
- Replace filters and nozzles: Regular maintenance of your HVAC’s filters allows for clean airflow and optimal fuel combustion, improving your system’s performance.
- Check gas or oil pressures: Monitoring and adjusting your gas or oil pressure ensures safe and efficient fuel usage, reducing the risk of malfunctions.
- Inspect electrodes, and ignitors: Our technicians will check these components to guarantee reliable ignition and consistent heating operation.
- Set up with analyzer for maximum efficiency and safe CO levels: We fine-tune your system to achieve peak efficiency while maintaining safe carbon monoxide levels.
- Inspect relief valves and expansion tanks: By checking these critical safety components, we help prevent pressure buildup and ensure your system operates safely and effectively.
Get Expert Boiler Repair Today!
Our Heating specialists will diagnose the problem and get your home’s boiler. Give us a call to schedule your biler repair and service.
Common Problems with Oil Heaters
Corrosion and Mineral Build-up
The fuel line that connects your oil tank to the furnace can easily become blocked. The best way to prevent blockages is to make sure that you don’t run out of oil. If you notice a buzzing or clicking sound with the furnace is on, check to see if the fuel line is bent or has sludge, mud, or rust on it.
Rust can cause oil to seep out and minerals to build up, which provides less fuel to your burner, clogs your fuel line, and reduces heat circulation in your home. Call one of MGM Mechanical’s experienced technicians to assess the issue and make any necessary repairs.
Faulty Controls
Control issues prevent your oil furnace from receiving signals that allow it to function properly. An MGM Mechanical HVAC professional should handle any electrical issue related to your heating system.
Smoking Burners and Strange Noises
If you notice smoke or strange noises including hissing or gurgling sounds coming from your oil furnace, turn it off and call one of our HVAC professionals immediately. Smoking could indicate a clogged nozzle or misplaced burner. Unusual noises may indicate that your boiler needs repair sooner rather than later and could lead to larger issues if not addressed immediately.
Things to Check if Your Boiler isn't Working
Check that the Burner has Fuel and Power
To ensure your burning is performed properly, you should first check to see if it has fuel and power. Confirm that you haven’t run out of oil and that the power switch is on the “on position”. If you have checked both, please check out your circuit breaker to see if it’s been tripped.
Look at the Thermostat
Clogged Ductwork
After troubleshooting those two tasks, you should finally inspect your system’s ductwork for any potential clogs. If you see one, try to clear it out and replace the filter to maintain proper airflow and overall system performance
Get Expert AC Repair Today!
Our HVAC specialists will diagnose the problem and get your home’s AC system running right the first time. Give us a call to schedule your AC repair and service.
