When the furnace stops on a below-zero January night, you want a technician who is close by. IMS Heating & Air’s shop is on Longs Peak Road in Berthoud, and our phones are answered 24/7. We repair gas furnaces, heat pumps and ductless systems for homes across the 80513 ZIP code and the rest of southern Larimer County. Call (970) 913-0868 any time.
Why Your Furnace Keeps Shutting Off
Most no-heat calls in Berthoud trace back to a handful of parts. Our technicians diagnose and repair:
- Igniters and flame sensors that fail after years of on-and-off cycling
- Inducer motors and pressure switches that stop the furnace from lighting
- Blower motors and capacitors that leave the burners running but no air moving
- Control boards damaged by power surges or age
- Clogged or frozen condensate lines on high-efficiency furnaces
- Blocked PVC vent pipes, a common problem after heavy upslope snow drifts against the side of the house
- Limit switch trips caused by dirty filters or closed vents
Heating Problems Common in Berthoud Homes
Berthoud’s mix of homes means no two furnace calls look the same:
- Old Town and the Mountain Avenue area: Older homes may have aging furnaces in tight basements or crawl spaces, original ductwork and limited return air.
- Heron Lakes, Heron Pointe and Prairie Star: Newer two-story homes often have high-efficiency furnaces with PVC venting and condensate drains that need attention in a cold snap.
- Rural homes along Highways 56 and 60: Some properties outside town heat with propane instead of natural gas, which calls for different burner setup and safety checks.
Berthoud sits at about 5,000 feet, where gas furnaces need correct combustion settings to burn cleanly. Winter temperatures can also swing from the 60s during a Chinook to well below zero within days, which is hard on igniters and flame sensors.
Is It Safe to Wait?
Some furnace problems can wait for a regular appointment. These can’t:
- You smell gas. Leave the house and call 911 or your gas utility from outside.
- Your carbon monoxide alarm is sounding. Get everyone outside and call 911.
- You have no heat and outdoor temperatures are near freezing.
- You smell burning or see scorch marks on the furnace cabinet.
For safe quick checks to try while you wait, see our emergency services page.
Repair or Replace Your Furnace?
Most furnace calls end with a repair. Replacement is worth comparing when the furnace is over 15 to 20 years old, has a cracked heat exchanger or needs a major part. Our technician will give you upfront prices for both options before any work begins.
Colorado’s HB23-1161 standards now apply to new gas furnace installations, so replacement options include a low-NOx furnace or a heat pump. Browse our furnace products, learn about heating installation and ask about Xcel Energy rebates and financing with approved credit.
Local Heating Technicians Serving Berthoud
- Headquartered in Berthoud: Visit us at 5213 Longs Peak Rd A, Berthoud, CO 80513.
- 24/7 live answering for no-heat emergencies, including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer with licensed technicians.
- Upfront pricing before any work begins, backed by our 100% money-back guarantee.
- Senior, military and first responder discounts are available.
Keep Your Furnace Running All Winter
An annual fall tune-up catches weak igniters, dirty flame sensors and failing blower motors before the first cold snap. Our Comfort Club Plans include annual heating, cooling and plumbing visits plus member discounts. A smart thermostat can also help your furnace run fewer, more efficient cycles.
More Heating Services in Berthoud and Nearby
See our full furnace repair page and all of our HVAC services in Berthoud. We also repair furnaces in nearby Loveland, Mead, Johnstown and Longmont.