Heating Service

Professional Heating Service and Furnace Repair Excellence

When winter temperatures drop across Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas, your heating system becomes the most critical component of your home’s comfort and safety. At Staab & Sons, Inc., we understand that reliable heating isn’t just about comfort—it’s about protecting your family, your pipes, and your property from the harsh effects of cold weather. Our comprehensive heating service encompasses everything from routine maintenance to emergency furnace repair, ensuring your system operates at peak efficiency when you need it most.

Since 1929, when Jerome and Edna Staab first established our company’s foundation in heating and cooling, we’ve witnessed the evolution of heating technology from simple coal furnaces to today’s sophisticated high-efficiency systems. This extensive experience, spanning over four generations and ninety years, means we’ve encountered virtually every heating challenge imaginable. Whether you’re dealing with an aging boiler system, a modern condensing furnace, or a cutting-edge heat pump installation, our NATE certified and EPA certified technicians possess the knowledge and expertise to get the job done right the first time around.

Comprehensive Heater Service Solutions

Our heater service approach goes far beyond simple repairs. We begin each service call with a thorough system evaluation, examining not just the immediate problem but the overall health of your heating system. This includes checking heat exchangers for cracks or corrosion, testing safety controls and limit switches, measuring carbon monoxide levels, evaluating blower motor performance, and analyzing combustion efficiency. These detailed inspections often reveal minor issues that, if left unaddressed, could develop into major failures during the coldest days of winter.

The heating industry has seen significant technological advances in recent years, with modern systems achieving efficiency ratings exceeding 98% AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency). We stay current with these developments through continuous factory authorization training, ensuring our technicians understand the intricacies of variable-speed blowers, modulating gas valves, and smart thermostat integration. This technical expertise allows us to service everything from traditional single-stage furnaces to complex zoned systems with multiple temperature controls throughout your home.

Emergency Furnace Repair When You Need It Most

Heating failures rarely occur at convenient times. That’s why our emergency furnace repair services are structured to provide rapid response when your system fails. Common emergency situations we handle include:

• Complete system failures: When your furnace won’t start at all, often caused by ignition system problems, failed control boards, or tripped safety switches
• Insufficient heating: Systems running continuously but failing to reach set temperatures, typically indicating airflow restrictions, failing blower motors, or undersized equipment
• Strange noises or odors: Banging, squealing, or gas smells that signal immediate safety concerns requiring professional attention
• Frequent cycling: Systems turning on and off repeatedly, usually pointing to thermostat issues, flame sensor problems, or oversized equipment

Heating Service in Pittsburgh, PA; West Mifflin, PA; Bethel Park, PA; Carnegie, PA; South Park, PA

Regular heating service extends equipment life significantly while reducing energy consumption. Industry studies indicate that properly maintained heating systems last 40% longer than neglected units while consuming up to 30% less energy. Our maintenance programs include cleaning and adjusting burner assemblies, lubricating moving parts, testing and calibrating thermostats, replacing filters, checking ventilation systems, and measuring system performance against manufacturer specifications.

We’ve served customers in Allegheny and surrounding counties for many years, earning recognition as winners of the 2011 Better Business Torch Award for business ethics. This commitment to excellence means we don’t just fix problems—we educate customers about their systems, helping them understand warning signs and basic maintenance tasks that prevent future breakdowns.

Modern Heating Technologies and Efficiency Upgrades

Today’s heating landscape offers numerous opportunities for improving comfort while reducing energy costs. Smart thermostats with learning capabilities can reduce heating bills by 15-25% through optimized scheduling and occupancy detection. Variable-speed furnaces provide consistent temperatures while operating more quietly and efficiently than traditional single-speed models. Heat pumps, particularly newer cold-climate models, offer both heating and cooling capabilities with impressive efficiency ratings.

Our HVACR employees stay current with these technologies through ongoing factory training and certification programs. With over four generations of experience, there is not a job or system, large or small, that we cannot handle. This expertise enables us to recommend appropriate upgrades based on your specific needs, home configuration, and budget considerations, ensuring maximum return on your heating system investment while maintaining the comfort and safety your family deserves throughout the heating season.