Oil Furnace Services in Charlottesville, VA
Serving Albemarle, Fluvanna, Louisa, Nelson, Augusta, Madison, Greene & Orange Counties
An oil furnace can be a cost-effective and efficient way to keep your Charlottesville home comfortable all winter. Still, you need a qualified HVAC contractor to provide the necessary care and maintenance to ensure it runs reliably.
At Albemarle Heating & Air, we have over 35 years of HVAC service experience and can help with any heating issues your furnace may have.
We provide exceptional service and quality that has earned us the respect of our customers, backed by our great reviews. You can count on our peace of mind guarantees, upfront pricing, special offers, and free estimates on replacements and service calls.
Count on our team at Albemarle Heating & Air when you need oil furnace services in the Charlottesville area. Call 434-293-4556 to schedule an appointment today.
24/7 Emergency Oil Furnace Repair
Temperatures often drop below freezing during Charlottesville winters, so if your oil furnace is not working quite right, it’s important to get a furnace repair as soon as possible.
At Albemarle Heating & Air, we’re available 24/7 for emergency heating repairs for your oil furnace. We’ll act quickly to get your heating system working properly again.
Signs that you need oil furnace repairs include:
- The smell of fuel near the furnace
- Excessive smoke or soot
- A clogged fuel filter or no fuel flow
- The burners fail to ignite
- Frequent furnace short-cycling
- Cold air coming from the vents
- Strange noises like screeching, whining, or thumping
- A recent increase in fuel usage and heating costs
Oil Furnace Installation & Replacement in the Charlottesville Area
Oil furnaces can often last for 15 to 20 years if properly cared for, but once something major like the heat exchanger fails or the system becomes unreliable, it may be time to consider an oil furnace replacement.
Our NATE-certified technicians can provide furnace installation and replacement anywhere in Charlottesville, and we feature top-quality equipment, as well as financing options on approved credit to make the process as easy as possible,
Installing an oil furnace involves:
- Shutting off the fuel supply
- Removing the old furnace
- Installing the new unit
- Connecting all the ductwork and fuel lines
- Testing the system
Only a professional should install an oil furnace because not only is there a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning if it’s not vented properly, but because the fuel is stored on-site, there is a risk of fire if any fuel lines, filters, or valves are incorrectly installed.
Call Albemarle Heating & Air at 434-293-4556 to request oil furnace installation in the Charlottesville area.
Oil Furnace Maintenance
If you would like to avoid issues like fuel clogs, burner malfunctions, poor air quality, or breakdowns, it’s important to schedule routine heating maintenance. We recommend scheduling preventative service at least once a year, preferably in the fall, so that you know your furnace is ready for the winter ahead.
Your oil furnace maintenance visit will typically include tasks like:
- Replacing the air filter and fuel filter
- Cleaning the burners
- Testing the thermostat, fan limiter, and igniter
- Inspecting the heat exchanger and flue
- Inspecting wiring and terminals
- Cleaning the blower fan and housing
Consider joining our Health, Safety & Comfort Club to stay up-to-date with your oil furnace maintenance. Our maintenance plan features one heating and one cooling tune-up annually, plus a 20% discount on repair parts and labor, same-day priority service, and more.
Call 434-293-4556 today to schedule oil furnace maintenance or sign up for the Health, Safety & Comfort Club.
Choose Our Team for Oil Furnace Services in Charlottesville
At Albemarle Heating & Air, we have the skills and experience to help with any oil furnace problems you may encounter.
Not only are our technicians NATE-certified, but our company features ACCA-certified instructors, licensed master HVAC technicians, certified indoor air quality specialists, and more.
We are fully licensed and insured, and all our technicians receive full background checks and ongoing training to ensure you get the best service.
When you need the best oil furnace services in Charlottesville, choose Albemarle Heating & Air. Call 434-293-4556 now to schedule service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does an oil furnace work?
An oil furnace burns oil to heat the air in your home. The air passes through a heat exchanger so that combustion gases are not mixed in with the air supply, and a blower fan pushes the heated air through a system of ductwork to deliver the air throughout your home.
How do I check the fuel volume left in my heating oil tank?
Above-ground fuel tanks and some belowground tanks will have a fuel gauge to indicate the amount of fuel remaining, but if no gauge is present, a clean measuring stick can be dipped into the tank to determine the fuel level.
What happens when an oil furnace runs out of oil?
Running out of fuel will not damage the furnace, but you may need to call an HVAC technician to change the fuel filter and bleed air from the fuel lines if the tank was run completely dry.
CHARLOTTESVILLE AND SURROUNDING AREAS Albemarle County | Fluvanna County | Louisa County | Nelson County | Augusta County | Madison County | Greene County | Orange County