Heating Repair in Mar Vista

Much of Mar Vista was built in the postwar years, and many of those single-story homes still rely on a furnace tucked into a hall closet, garage, or attic. Our heating repair service covers those older systems and newer ones alike, from furnaces that won't light to heat that never reaches the back bedroom. We're open around the clock, and same-day visits are possible when the schedule allows.

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Google rating: 4.8★ · 192 reviews
Service call: $95, credited to repair
Warranty: 90 days to 1 year
Open: 24/7, same-day visits

Closet furnaces, attic ducts, and cool marine nights

Mar Vista sits a few miles inland from the ocean, so winters are mild, but nights cool off quickly once the marine layer moves in. Furnaces here tend to run in short bursts in the evening and early morning, then sit idle for days. In older homes the unit is often a closet furnace or a wall heater, with ducts running through a low attic or crawlspace. Remodels and additions sometimes use ductless heat pumps instead. Long idle stretches let dust settle on burners and sensors, and damp coastal air can slowly corrode igniters and wiring connections.

What usually goes wrong, and how it shows up

A furnace that clicks but never lights usually has a dirty flame sensor, a cracked igniter, or a pilot that won't stay lit. Cold air from the vents often means the furnace locked itself out after failed ignition attempts, or the thermostat fan is set to On. Short-cycling, where heat starts and stops every few minutes, often traces back to a clogged filter that makes the unit overheat. Squealing or rumbling points to worn blower bearings or a loose fan wheel. One room that's always cold usually means crushed or leaky attic ducts, or an addition tied into an undersized duct run.

Before you call, and how to keep it from coming back

Start with the simple things. Make sure the thermostat is set to Heat and has fresh batteries, check the breaker, and look for a light-style switch near the furnace that may have been flipped off. Confirm the gas valve is open and the front panel is fully seated, since many furnaces won't run with it loose. Pull the filter and replace it if it's gray. If heat still won't come on, a $95 diagnostic visit will pinpoint the cause. To prevent repeats, change filters every one to three months, keep closet storage clear of the unit, and test the heat in early fall.

From our service calls

Technician next to an HVAC air handler and new filter

Technician working on a rooftop HVAC unit

Problems we fix in Mar Vista

furnace not igniting
blowing cold air
short-cycling
loud blower noise
pilot or flame sensor problems
uneven heat between rooms

How a visit works

1
Call or book online
We answer 24/7. Same-day visits when the schedule allows.
2
Diagnosis at your home
The $95 service call is credited toward the repair.
3
A quote before work starts
You see the price and decide. No surprise charges.
4
Repair with a warranty
90 days on standard repairs, 1 year on major work.

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West Appliance Service were awesome! They came out super fast and fixed my Wolf oven when it suddenly stopped heating. Great guys, quick work, no hassle. Definitely recommend!

John A., wolf oven repair (Google)

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Our freezer stopped working recently. When I called West Appliance Service they came to my home to assess the problem within 1 hour of calling. They were able to come back the next day to complete the repairs once they knew what parts they needed. The service was quick, smooth, and well done. We had a great experience working with Ivan and highly recommend anyone to use their services. We will definitely be a repeat customer if our appliances need repair.

Katie S., refrigerator/freezer repair (Google)