Late Season Heating System Breakdowns: How To Avoid

With average nighttime temperatures in our Hudson Valley service area dipping into the mid-40s well into May, your heating system will still be on the job for a while this year, keeping your family safe and comfortable as we cope with the challenges of the coronavirus outbreak.

That makes it even more important to keep a close eye on your heating equipment for signs that it needs professional heating service and repair.

Some common heating system breakdown signs to look for include:

• Unusual noises (grinding, banging, etc.)
• Vents are not blowing hot air, or your baseboards are not heating up
• Rising utility bills despite comparable use
• A yellow pilot light on your gas furnace
• A furnace that won’t turn or stay on
• A furnace that won’t shut off

Be proactive to avoid more significant heating repairs

The key to preventing potentially costly heating equipment repairs and breakdowns is to be proactive: if your equipment already needs a repair, it is better to catch the problem sooner than later – the more you wait, the greater your chance for a significant repair or a safety problem with your heating equipment that requires a replacement.

During this time of crisis, Bottini staff and technicians are doing everything we can to take care of you while also protecting your safety. If you need heating service for your furnace or boiler, please contact us to schedule an appointment.

Please also note that we have acquired a large amount of extra oil and propane at our terminal as a precaution to supply disruptions. If you need a propane delivery or heating oil delivery in the Hudson Valley, please contact us.