FURNACE INSTALL & REPAIR

When your furnace quits on a cold Kentucky morning, you need a heating contractor who shows up, finds the real problem, and fixes it right the first time. Compass Heating & Cooling installs, replaces, and repairs gas, electric, and oil furnaces for homeowners across the Louisville metro and Southern Indiana. Our team brings more than 40 years of combined HVAC experience, an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, and a 4.9 star average across 178 Google reviews. We are fully licensed in Kentucky under license number 349343.

Why Homeowners Trust Compass for Furnace Service

We are an owner-operated company, so the people who answer your call are the same people accountable for the work. You get straightforward recommendations, upfront pricing, and no pressure to replace equipment that can still be repaired. We service and install all major furnace brands, including Amana, Bryant, Carrier, Lennox, and Trane, and we back our work with honest communication from the first visit to the final test.

Technical Expertise and Accurate Diagnostics

A furnace problem is rarely just one part. Our technicians use combustion analyzers to measure efficiency and confirm safe flue gas readings, manometers to verify gas and static pressure, and carbon monoxide meters to protect your family during every visit. On installations we perform a Manual J load calculation so the furnace is sized to your home rather than guessed, and we install AHRI matched systems for rated efficiency. All gas and electrical work follows the International Fuel Gas Code and the National Electrical Code, and we look for ENERGY STAR qualified equipment when you are ready to upgrade.

Signs You Need Furnace Repair or Replacement

• Short cycling, where the furnace turns on and off in quick bursts
• Uneven heating or rooms that never reach the thermostat setting
• Yellow burner flame, soot, or a sulfur or burning smell
• Rising energy bills without a change in usage
• Loud banging, rattling, or screeching at startup
• A furnace older than 15 to 20 years with frequent repairs

Our Furnace Installation and Repair Process

For repairs, we diagnose the system, explain what we found in plain language, quote the repair before we begin, and complete the work with tested replacement parts. For installations and replacements, we measure your home, recommend right-sized options at several efficiency levels, remove the old equipment, install the new system to code, and verify airflow, gas pressure, and temperature rise before we leave.

Verifying Performance After the Job

Every job ends with measurement, not assumption. We confirm temperature rise is within the manufacturer specification, check static pressure across the system, test safety controls and the heat exchanger, and walk you through thermostat settings and filter maintenance so your furnace runs efficiently all winter.

Why Professional Furnace Service Matters

A furnace burns fuel and moves heat through your home, so a small fault can become a safety issue. A cracked heat exchanger or blocked flue can release carbon monoxide, and an undersized or poorly installed system wastes energy and wears out early. The U.S. Department of Energy explains how proper sizing and maintenance protect both comfort and efficiency in its guide to furnaces and boilers. Professional service keeps your system safe, efficient, and under warranty.

Why Choose Compass Heating & Cooling

• Licensed in Kentucky, license number 349343
• More than 40 years of combined HVAC experience
• A+ Better Business Bureau rating and 4.9 stars from 178 Google reviews
• 24/7 emergency heating service across Kentucky and Indiana
• Service for all major brands and flexible financing options

Schedule Furnace Service Today

Whether you need a fast repair or are planning a new furnace, our team is ready to help. Call (502) 443-1550 or request service online and we will get your home warm again.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a new furnace last?
With regular maintenance, most furnaces last 15 to 20 years. Efficiency and reliability decline near the end of that range, which is when replacement often costs less than repeated repairs.

Should I repair or replace my furnace?
If the furnace is under 10 years old and the repair is minor, repair usually makes sense. For older systems with major component failures or a cracked heat exchanger, replacement is safer and more economical.

How quickly can you respond to a no-heat call?
We offer 24/7 emergency service and prioritize no-heat calls, especially during cold weather. Call us and we will give you the soonest available window.

What size furnace does my home need?
Furnace size should be based on a Manual J load calculation that accounts for square footage, insulation, windows, and climate. We never size by rule of thumb alone.

Do you service all furnace brands?
Yes. We repair and install all major brands, including Amana, Bryant, Carrier, Lennox, and Trane.

Is financing available for a new furnace?
Yes. We offer flexible financing so you can choose the right system without delaying needed comfort and safety.

How often should a furnace be serviced?
Once a year, ideally in the fall before heating season, to keep it safe, efficient, and within warranty requirements.