When Is an HVAC Problem Considered an Emergency?

There’s never a good time to have your heating and cooling system fail. Unfortunately, these types of problems don’t tend to choose convenient times to pop up. You’ll need to contact your local HVAC technicians to help get your system back on track, and sometimes this means scheduling an emergency repair visit.

Emergency HVAC repairs usually cost a bit more than regular repairs, but it’s not always clear what constitutes an emergency. Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to get emergency repairs is completely up to you. However, in this post our experts at Reliable AC & Heat share a few guidelines on when to call for emergency services to help you make this important decision.

What Is an HVAC Emergency?

Some problems such as inefficient heating furnaces or noisy air conditioners aren’t necessarily emergencies. Emergencies often affect the comfort or safety of your home and family and require an immediate response from a trained technician. These situations include, but aren’t limited to, the following:

• Heating and cooling issues that cannot be stopped by cutting the power directly to your system.
• Problems that pose an immediate risk or danger to you or any of your family members.
• HVAC troubles that, despite being minor at the moment, can escalate into something more serious if ignored.

Common HVAC Emergencies

The most common cause of an emergency HVAC problem is a water leak, either from your heating or your cooling system. Leaks are particularly dangerous in the winter because your heating unit is essential during this time. Other emergencies often involve anything electrical within the system itself.

How to Handle an HVAC Emergency

Many companies offer 24/7 heating and air conditioning repair in case of emergencies. When something bad happens to your HVAC system, call their emergency hotline and schedule an appointment immediately. Don’t attempt to fix the issue yourself, as this may worsen the problem.

For Emergency HVAC Repairs & Service, Turn to Reliable AC & Heat

At Reliable AC & Heat, we can help you resolve your HVAC problems at any time of day. Give us a call at (818) 423-4285 or fill out our contact form to schedule a repair or inspection visit or to request a free estimate on new HVAC installations today. We serve homeowners in Los Angeles and surrounding areas.