Floor Furnace Repair in Lakewood, CA

Expert Floor Furnace Repair by Dial ONE Schilling in Lakewood

Floor furnaces were once a common heating choice in homes built across Lakewood, Long Beach, and surrounding Southern California communities during the 1940s through 1960s. Installed flush into the floor, these gas-fired units deliver radiant heat upward through a central grille—quietly and efficiently warming older single-story homes.

Because of their age and unique design, many HVAC companies no longer service them. At Dial ONE Schilling, we’re one of the few heating contractors in Southern California with the training and experience to repair and maintain floor furnaces safely and effectively.

What Makes Floor Furnaces Different

Unlike modern forced-air systems, floor furnaces don’t use ducts or blowers. Heat radiates directly from the unit into the room, making them simple in concept but challenging to access for service.

Common issues include ignition problems, gas control malfunctions, thermostat failures, or soot buildup under the floor cavity. Many of these issues can be repaired without replacing the entire unit—especially when handled by a technician familiar with older heating equipment.

Common Floor Furnace Problems We Repair

Our experienced technicians diagnose and repair all major floor furnace issues, including:

• Pilot light won’t stay lit – often due to a worn thermocouple or clogged pilot assembly.
• Weak or no heat – caused by gas valve or burner problems.
• Foul odors or soot – signs of incomplete combustion or poor ventilation.
• Thermostat not responding – common with older mechanical thermostats.
• Rust or corrosion – from years of moisture exposure below the floor.

If your floor furnace hasn’t been serviced in years or shows signs of poor performance, we can restore safe, reliable heat while keeping your home’s original system intact.

Our Floor Furnace Repair Process

We approach every repair with care and precision:

• Comprehensive Safety Inspection – We check for gas leaks, carbon monoxide hazards, and proper venting.
• Ignition & Burner Testing – Ensures proper flame characteristics and efficient combustion.
• Thermostat Calibration – Fine-tunes temperature control for comfort and efficiency.
• Component Repairs or Replacement – Using high-quality parts to extend system life.
• Final System Test – Verifies operation, safety, and airflow before completion.

We combine modern diagnostic tools with decades of experience to keep vintage heating systems running safely and efficiently.