Winters here bring cold nights and heavy snow. A furnace that quits on a snowy night is a real problem. Sometimes the cause is simple, like snow blocking the vent pipes. Sometimes it is a part.
Cometaxi Heating & Air connects homeowners in the Boise area with independent HVAC providers who repair gas and electric furnaces. This page covers safety, quick checks, questions to ask and typical costs. You get a written estimate before work.
Safety
Smell gas? Leave. Do not touch switches. Call the gas utility from outside. Carbon monoxide alarm? Get everyone out. Call emergency services from outside.
Quick Checks
- Thermostat on heat, set above room temperature
- Fresh thermostat batteries
- Furnace switch on
- Breaker reset once if tripped
- Clean filter
- Furnace door closed tight
Check the Vents After Snow
High-efficiency furnaces vent through two plastic pipes on the side of the house. Snow can bury them. A blocked pipe shuts the furnace down. Clear the snow by hand. Do not damage the pipes. If the furnace still will not run, call a provider.
Leave to a Provider
Gas valve. Igniter. Flame sensor. Control board. Heat exchanger. Venting repairs.
Signs of Trouble
- Cool air from the vents
- Burners light, then quit
- Clicking, no flame
- Yellow flame
- Bangs at startup
- Burning smell that does not fade
Questions to Ask About a Furnace Repair
Did you test for carbon monoxide? A good answer is yes, with a reading.
Is the heat exchanger cracked? A good answer explains how they checked. A red flag is a crack claim with no photo or test.
What failed, and why? A good answer names the part and the cause.
Red Flags
- Pressure to replace the furnace on the spot
- No written estimate
- Refusing to show the failed part
Common Repairs
- Flame sensor
- Igniter
- Pressure switch or inducer motor
- Blower motor
- Control board
- Vent pipe repair
Repair or Replace
Cracked heat exchanger: usually replace. Old furnace, big part: price both.
What's Included
Safety Tests
Ignition, venting and carbon monoxide checks.
Vent Check
Intake and exhaust pipes checked for blockage.
Written Estimate
On paper before work.
Proof Shown
Ask to see the failed part or a photo.
Typical Furnace Repair Costs
Typical U.S. ranges. Your furnace, the part and timing set the price. Get a written estimate.
| Repair | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic visit | $75 to $200 | After-hours may cost more |
| Flame sensor | $100 to $300 | Common no-heat fix |
| Igniter | $150 to $450 | Model dependent |
| Inducer motor | $400 to $1,200 | Varies by furnace |
| Blower motor | $400 to $1,500 | Variable speed costs more |
| Control board | $300 to $1,000 | Model specific |
How It Works
Reach Out
Call or send a request.
Provider Contact
A local provider gets in touch.
Inspection
The provider tests and explains.
Decide
Read the estimate. Choose.
Why Call Cometaxi Heating & Air
Safety First
Gas and carbon monoxide steps up front.
Straight Questions
Know what to ask before you agree.
Written Price
Estimate first.
No Pressure
Get a second estimate if you want.
Other Services
Need furnace repair services in Boise?
Tell us what your system is doing. We send the request to an independent local provider. You get a written estimate to compare.
No obligationFurnace Repair Services FAQ
Why does my furnace stop after a snowstorm?
Snow may be blocking the vent pipes. Clear them by hand. If it still will not run, call a provider.
Should I trust a cracked heat exchanger claim?
Ask how they checked. Ask for a photo or test result. Get a second opinion before replacing.
Is a short burner cycle a big deal?
Often it is a dirty flame sensor. It is a small fix if caught early.
Reach a local provider
Tell us what your system is doing. We send the request to an independent local provider. You get a written estimate to compare.
No obligation