Furnace Repair & Maintenance

Howe Inc. has been the leading Sioux Falls furnace cleaning and maintance provider for over 75 years. The furnace is the heart of the home in many ways, and especially during the winter months, so when the first cold day hits, you don’t want to turn on the furnace only to have it fail.

Regular furnace check-ups will give you peace of mind and a healthier overall heating system, but if the worst does happen and you’re dealing with a system failure, Howe's certified technicians are always on-call to provide emergency repair or replacement services.

During a furnace check-up, a qualified Howe technician will cover 20 checkpoints, which include cleaning the flame sensor and burners, inspecting air filters, checking for gas leaks, and taking two carbon monoxide readings.

Checklist includes

Take carbon monoxide readings
Visually inspect heat exchanger
Check flame sensor reading
Check & clean burners
Check & clean blower
Visually inspect air filters
Check for gas leaks in furnace cabinet
Check gas pressures
Check exhaust venting condition & fasteners
Check venting for proper slope & termination

Exhaust & intake venting properly sealed through wall
Fresh air intake free of obstructions
Check electrical connections
Check AMP draws
Check thermostat
Check temperature rise
Check condensate drain
Check floor drain to accept flow
Check humidifier operation and media
Wipe off furnace

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