Heating Repair in Savannah, GA
Furnace and heat pump repair for Savannah homes, from the family that's been doing it since 1976.
Savannah winters are mild, until the night they aren’t. When your heat pump starts blowing cool air or your furnace won’t light, you want someone who shows up, finds the real problem, and tells you what it costs before any work starts. That’s how Polar Air has handled heating repair in Savannah for 50 years, with every repair backed by our guarantee on parts and labor.
House getting cold tonight? Call (912) 341-8247. After-hours service is available.
Heat Pump and Furnace Repair
Heat Pump Repair
Most homes around Savannah heat with a heat pump, and those systems work year-round with no off-season. We repair compressors, reversing valves, defrost controls, and outdoor fan motors. We also fix the common problem of a system stuck in emergency heat, which can quietly double your electric bill. On homes near the coast, we check for salt-air corrosion on the outdoor coil, which wears down heat pumps faster than inland.
Furnace Repair
Whether your furnace runs on gas or electricity, we diagnose and repair ignition failures, flame sensors, blower motors, limit switches, and control boards. On every gas furnace repair, we also check the heat exchanger and venting so your family stays safe, not just warm.
Common Heating Problems We Fix
Heater Blowing Cold or Lukewarm Air
On a heat pump, this often points to low refrigerant, a defrost problem, or a failing reversing valve. On a furnace, it's usually ignition or a dirty flame sensor.
Heat Pump Running Nonstop or on Emergency Heat
If your bill jumped and the "AUX" or "EM HEAT" light stays on, your heat pump is leaning on backup heat strips. We'll find out why.
Short Cycling
A system that turns on and off every few minutes wears out fast. Common causes include a bad thermostat, an oversized unit, or an overheating furnace.
Strange Noises or Smells
Squealing, banging, or grinding means a part is failing. A light burning smell on the first cold day is usually just dust burning off. If it sticks around, call us.
*If you smell gas, leave the house and call your gas company from outside. Don’t run the heater, flip switches, or call from inside the home.
Quick Checks Before You Call
These might save you a service call:
- Make sure the thermostat is set to Heat and a few degrees above room temperature.
- Replace the thermostat batteries if the screen is blank or dim.
- Check your breaker panel for a tripped breaker on the furnace, air handler, or outdoor unit.
- Look at your air filter. A clogged filter can shut a system down.
- Make sure supply vents and return grilles aren’t blocked by furniture or rugs.
Still no heat? That’s what we’re here for.
What to Expect When We Come Out
1. We diagnose first.
Our technician tests the whole system, not just the obvious symptom.
2. You get a clear price before we start.
No surprises and no work without your OK.
3. We fix it and test it.
We make sure the system heats properly before we leave.
4. It's guaranteed.
Every repair is backed on parts and labor.
Repair or Replace Your Heater?
A repair usually makes sense when your system is still within its normal lifespan and the fix is a fraction of what a new unit costs. Heat pumps typically last 10 to 15 years and furnaces 15 to 20. If your system is near the end of that range, needs repairs every winter, or keeps driving your bills up, replacement may save you more over time. We’ll give you an honest recommendation and a free estimate on both options. Explore our heating services →
Want fewer repairs down the road? The Polar Care Plan includes seasonal tune-ups that catch small problems before they turn into breakdowns.
Heating Repair Across Coastal Georgia
Beyond Savannah, we handle heating repair throughout Chatham, Bryan, and Effingham Counties, including Pooler, Richmond Hill, Tybee Island, and Wilmington Island. See our full service area →
Heating Repair FAQs
Do you offer after-hours heating repair?
Yes. If your heat goes out at night, call (912) 341-8247. After-hours service is available.
Do you repair both heat pumps and furnaces?
Yes. We repair gas furnaces, electric furnaces, and heat pumps.
Why is my heat pump blowing cool air?
Heat pump air feels cooler than furnace air, usually around 90 to 95°F at the vent. If it feels truly cold, the cause may be a defrost cycle, low refrigerant, or a failing reversing valve, and it’s worth a service call.
Is it worth repairing an older heater?
It depends on the system’s age, the cost of the repair, and how often it’s broken down. Our technicians will lay out both options with a free estimate so you can decide.
Are your heating repairs guaranteed?
Yes. Every repair is backed by our guarantee on parts and labor.
Cold House? We'll Get You Warm Again
You’ve trusted Polar Air with your comfort for 50 years. Tell us what your heater is doing and we’ll take it from there.
Rather talk to someone? Call (912) 341-8247.
