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Furnace Repair
Furnace Repair in Colorado Springs, CO
Same-day and 24/7 emergency furnace repair in Colorado Springs for gas, electric, and high-efficiency furnaces.
Big Cat Plumbing, Heating & Cooling provides furnace repair in Colorado Springs, CO, for homeowners whose furnace won't turn on, is blowing cold air, keeps cycling on and off, or clicks but never lights. Our licensed Colorado Springs heating technicians diagnose the root cause, explain the repair and the price, and fix it only after you approve it. We offer same-day service and 24/7 emergency furnace repair whenever possible, and a real person answers our phones around the clock.
A broken furnace isn't something you can wait on in a Colorado Springs winter. Call us and we'll get a technician on the way ASAP!
What Your Neighbors Are Saying
I can’t thank them enough for all they did and how fast they worked. Customer service was amazing!
I needed a gas line ran from the garage to the kitchen, as I got rid of electric stove and bought a gas stove. Price I thought was reasonable for what they had to do. The only issue is that I still have a big hole in my living room wall where they bought gas line in. Other than that it was great to work with all of them.
Chris did my annual furance maintenace and it was a great experience. I signed up for their perferred customer program and look forward for them to handle all my plumbing and heating needs
This place is amazing they came here early this morning August 28th at 8:00 a.m. supposed to be here at 9:00 they're on the ball they got the job done they put this one cooler in brand new the guys are excellent workers I would recommend them tremendously with anything electrical or swamp coolers above they're excellent excellent I give them 50,000 there they need some rewards there's some Oscars
We had a huge leak in our gas line and our gas was turned off by the city. Big Cat came out same day to look at it and give us a quote on what it would cost. Our sales rep. Was Jeff, he was great didn’t try to sell us anything unnecessary or add extra price to our cost he was fair and consistent with his pricing. Unfortunately the price was way above what we could afford so they offered us a 15 year loan with a low interest rate, which we greatly appreciated. The person who did the majority of the work was Sam (I think, cute kid with a bucket hat) he worked around the clock to get our gas
The technicians, Chris and Justin, were prompt keeping the appointment. They were friendly, courteous and knowledgeable. The problem with my 25 year old HVAC unit was diagnosed and repaired. They gave me a run down on the overall condition and health of my unit and provided a replacement option for my consideration.
Big Cat plumbing and heating recently installed a ducted mini split system in my home. The Crew: Chris, Nate, and Ron, did a fantastic job! They Consulted me about the vent locations and very neatly installed all of them in the ceiling. The plumbers, Kaden and Jacob, installed the water softener and under sink reverse Osmosis water filter. They explained everything about the system and did a great job installing everything. I also had Apex Electrical upgrade my electrical panel. Big Cat also corrected some very important issues that the previous Hydronics company had not done correctly. So
I am very happy with Big Cat Plumbing. The woman who answers the phone was kind and professional. The plumber, D, was wonderful and professional. He gave me an honest assessment on my plumbing issues and did not try to upsell me (which he could have). He was quick and efficient and fixed our issues.
Wyatt and Nate were our installers for a new HVAC and Heat Pump system. They were friendly and knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had. Installation was a big job removing the old system and putting in the new system. Wyatt fixed a couple of venting issues on our water heater and secured an air intake for us. Wyatt is professional and goes beyond expectations to be sure our home is safe for us. Thank you Big Cat for employing the best.
Our Colorado Springs Heating Services
Common Furnace Problems in Colorado Springs Homes
Cold winters, dust, and long heating seasons wear on furnaces here. These are the repairs we handle most often:
- Ignition failures: a cracked or worn hot surface ignitor or electric spark ignitor, or on older units a pilot light that won't stay lit.
- Dirty or failing flame sensor: the furnace lights, then shuts off after a few seconds because it can't "see" the flame.
- Inducer motor and pressure switch problems: the inducer motor clears exhaust before ignition. If it or its pressure switch fails, the furnace won't start.
- Blower motor or capacitor failure: weak airflow, noise, or a blower that won't run.
- Overheating and limit switch trips: often caused by a clogged filter or restricted airflow.
- Control board and thermostat faults: the furnace doesn't respond, or runs at the wrong time.
- Condensate drain problems on high-efficiency furnaces: a blocked or frozen drain line can shut the furnace down.
- Electrical issues: tripped breakers, worn wiring, or failed sensors.
- Cracked heat exchanger: a safety problem. See the repair vs. replacement section below.
Some CO Springs furnace repairs are quick, like cleaning a flame sensor. Others, like replacing an inducer motor or control board, take longer. In every case we find the cause before we recommend a fix.
What to Check Before You Call for Furnace Repair
A few quick checks can save you a service call. They can also give us a head start when you call.
- Make sure the furnace power switch, which looks like a light switch near the unit, is on.
- Check that the blower door or access panel is fully closed. Most furnaces won't run if it isn't.
- Confirm the thermostat is set to heat and has fresh batteries if it uses them.
- Check your air filter. A very dirty filter can cause overheating shutdowns.
- Look at the blinking light on the control board, if you can see one, and note how many times it flashes.
- On a high-efficiency furnace, check that the outdoor PVC intake and exhaust pipes aren't blocked by snow or ice.
If the furnace still won't run, call us. Don't open the burner compartment, and don't try to relight a pilot or work on gas parts yourself.
Independently Owned, and You Can Tell
Most people can feel the difference between a company that genuinely cares about the work and one that's mostly hitting numbers for investors somewhere upstairs. We're proud of the service we give, and we think being locally and independently owned since 2020 is a BIG part of why. Give our team a call and see how it feels to work with a company that answers to you.
24/7 Emergency Furnace Repair
Furnaces tend to fail on the coldest nights. Big Cat offers 24/7 emergency furnace repair in Colorado Springs, with a live person answering every call day or night, and we send a technician as quickly as we can. Tiger Club members pay no after-hours fee (see below). Not sure it's an emergency? Call anyway and we'll help you decide.
Our Process for Furnace Repair in Colorado Springs
Our team at Big Cat are skilled at repairing a range of furnaces, no matter how big or small the issue is. When you notice something isn’t right with your furnace, give us a call right away so we can get started on getting your warmth back! Here’s what to expect from our furnace repairs in Colorado Springs, CO:
Tell us what your furnace is doing, and whether it's gas, electric, or high-efficiency if you know. We'll schedule same-day service whenever possible.
Your technician tests the furnace to find the root cause, not just the symptom. Our $49 AC or Heating Diagnosis coupon applies to this visit (terms and exclusions apply)
We explain what's wrong, what it will cost, and what your options are. Nothing starts until you approve it.
We make the repair, then run the furnace through a full heating cycle to confirm it lights, heats, and shuts down safely.
We walk you through what we did and answer questions. You approve the work before we wrap up.
Financing Made Simple
Take the stress out of home upgrades. Big Cat Plumbing, Heating & Cooling offers flexible financing options in Colorado Springs, CO so you can tackle any plumbing or HVAC project with confidence.
Learn MoreFurnace Repair Costs in Colorado Springs
What a furnace repair costs depends on the part that failed, your furnace's age and type, and how much labor is involved. Cleaning a flame sensor or replacing a filter is usually a smaller repair. Replacing an inducer motor, blower motor, or control board is a bigger one. We diagnose first, give you a clear price before any work begins, and offer flexible financing if a larger repair doesn't fit your budget.
Colorado Springs Furnace Repair vs. Replacement
Most furnace problems are a straightforward repair, and we'll tell you if that's the case. If your furnace is old, breaking down repeatedly, costing a lot to repair, or running at a low efficiency rating, replacement may be the better value. A cracked heat exchanger is a safety issue, and it usually points toward replacement. During your service call we'll give you an honest assessment, with no pressure and no upsell, and can connect you with our furnace installation team if you want to talk through options.
Prevent the Next Furnace Repair
Most repeat furnace repairs trace back to dirty parts and worn components that a yearly tune-up would have caught. See our furnace maintenance page for what a tune-up covers.
Tiger Club: Savings on Furnace Repairs
Tiger Club members get 10% off repairs, no after-hours fees, and a 1-year warranty on repairs, along with annual maintenance visits. Learn more about Tiger Club.
Furnace Repair Across Colorado Springs Neighborhoods
We dispatch from our Colorado Springs location at 5615 Industrial Place and handle furnace repair throughout the city, including:
- Old Colorado City & Westside: Older homes often have older furnaces, where worn ignitors, flame sensors, and blower capacitors are the usual culprits.
- Broadmoor & Cheyenne Mountain: Larger homes may have more than one furnace or a zoned setup. We identify which unit is failing instead of guessing.
- Briargate & Northgate: Many newer homes have high-efficiency furnaces, where condensate drain, pressure switch, and inducer problems are common service calls.
- Powers Corridor & Falcon: For this fast-growing east side, we aim for quick response when a furnace quits during a cold snap.
- Security-Widefield & Fountain: Dust and debris can foul flame sensors and filters on south-side furnaces and cause repeated shutdowns, so we check for the root cause.
Why Choose Big Cat for Furnace Repair in Colorado Springs?
Furnace repairs at Big Cat Plumbing, Heating & Cooling start with a diagnosis, a clear explanation, and a price you approve before work begins. Our technicians are licensed, with Colorado Master License #MP.00600591, and as a Carrier authorized dealer we repair Carrier equipment to manufacturer specifications and service other major brands too. Big Cat is locally owned, started in 2020 by Spencer Drake and Greg Copas, and has been featured on KRDO 13 News. Our Colorado Springs and Florence offices are backed by true 24/7 live answering, so when your furnace fails at night, a person picks up.
Colorado Springs Furnace Repair FAQs
We offer same-day service and 24/7 emergency furnace repair whenever possible, and a live person answers our phones around the clock. Call us as soon as you notice a problem.
If you smell gas, leave the house right away, don't touch light switches or use a phone inside, and call for help from outside. Then call us once it's safe. A brief dusty or burning smell the first time the furnace runs each season is normal, since it's dust burning off, and it should fade within a few minutes. A burning smell that lingers or gets stronger can point to an electrical
Check that the furnace power switch is on, the blower door is closed, the thermostat is set to heat, and the breaker hasn't tripped. If it still won't start, the cause could be the ignition system, inducer motor, a safety switch, or the control board. Call us and we'll diagnose it.
Clicking means the furnace is trying to ignite and can't. Possible causes are a failed ignitor, a dirty flame sensor, or a gas supply or valve problem. Because this involves gas components, it's a job for a licensed technician. Call us.
The blinking light on the control board is a fault code. Many furnaces have a chart on the access panel that matches the number of blinks to the problem. Note the pattern and call us. We can read the code and fix what caused it.
Often the burners lit and then shut off, commonly because of a dirty flame sensor or an overheating shutdown from a clogged filter, while the blower keeps running. It can also be a thermostat setting (fan set to "on" instead of "auto") or an ignition fault. A technician can pinpoint the cause.
Failed or dirty ignition parts, a dirty flame sensor, inducer motor or pressure switch problems, blower motor or capacitor failure, overheating from airflow restrictions, and control board faults. We find the root cause before recommending a repair.
Short cycling is usually caused by overheating from restricted airflow, a clogged filter, a faulty limit switch, or a thermostat problem. A furnace that never shuts off may have a stuck thermostat, a dirty filter, or leaky ducts forcing it to work harder than it should. Both wear out parts faster and waste energy, so it's worth having the furnace checked.
A boom or bang at startup can mean delayed ignition. Squealing or grinding often comes from a worn blower motor or bearings, and rattling can mean loose parts. These are early warnings, so it's better to have the furnace checked before it fails.
Common causes are a tripped breaker, a failed heating element, a faulty sequencer or relay, a thermostat issue, or a blower problem. Call us and we'll test the electrical components safely.
Yes. High-efficiency furnaces produce condensate that drains out through a line. If it's blocked or frozen, a safety switch can shut the furnace down. We can clear the line and check for the underlying cause.
It depends on the part that failed, your furnace's type and age, and the labor involved. We diagnose first and give you an upfront price before any work begins. Financing is available for larger repairs.
If your furnace is older, breaking down frequently, costing a lot to repair, or running at a low efficiency rating, replacement may be the better value. We'll give you an honest assessment during your service call. See our furnace installation page for replacement options.
Call for Furnace Repair in Colorado Springs Today
When your furnace stops working, don't spend another cold night waiting. Call Big Cat Plumbing, Heating & Cooling for furnace repair in Colorado Springs. We offer same-day and 24/7 emergency service whenever possible.
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Based out of our Colorado Springs location at 5615 Industrial Place, Big Cat provides plumbing and HVAC repair, maintenance, and installation throughout Colorado Springs and the surrounding southern Colorado region, including:
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