Common problems
- System short-cycling
- High energy bills without explanation
- AC blowing warm air
Services
- Furnace and boiler repair
- Central AC repair
- Thermostat installation
If it's urgent: If the CO alarm sounds or you smell gas, leave the house and call 911 or your gas company from outside.
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What usually goes wrong
What usually prompts a call:
- High energy bills without explanation
- No heat or uneven heat between rooms
- AC blowing warm air
The local picture in Novato
Summers are warmer than in southern Marin. Old Town Novato is centered on Grant Avenue.
Hamilton Air Force Base closed in 1974 and is now a neighborhood. Original ductwork in mid-century houses tends to leak at the joints. Sealing it can make a noticeable difference in comfort. Novato is the northernmost city in Marin County.
Many older homes near the Bay were built without central air, and ductless mini-splits are a popular way to add cooling. Bel Marin Keys has homes along lagoons with boat docks.
Who handles what in Novato
In California, licenses for heating and air conditioning contractors come from the Contractors State License Board. Replacing a furnace, boiler or central air system usually needs a mechanical permit from the City of Novato Building Division, which the installer normally pulls.
Permit questions go to the City of Novato Building Division. North Marin Water District supplies water from Stafford Lake and from Sonoma Water's Russian River supply. SMART trains stop at three Novato stations. San Marin and Indian Valley were built mostly in the 1960s and 1970s.
How the connection works
- Describe the issue in a sentence or two, by phone or online.
- A heating and cooling company with openings near Novato gets the details.
- The pro contacts you, and nothing happens until you agree.
Before the visit
Swap in a clean filter before the visit. Sometimes that alone changes the diagnosis.
Snap a photo of any labels or serial plates you can reach safely.
Questions from Novato residents
Should I repair or replace my furnace?
Age, repair cost and efficiency all matter. A tech can walk you through the numbers, and it's reasonable to ask for a second opinion on a big replacement.
Is my neighborhood in Novato covered?
Yes, as long as a pro is available. Novato ZIP codes 94945, 94947, 94949 are in range, and that includes Marin Valley, Pacheco Valle, San Marin and Bel Marin Keys. Share the street name when you call so we can check the right part of town.
What should I tell the HVAC company?
Share the type of system, its approximate age, what it's doing and any error codes on the thermostat or equipment.
What makes Novato a little different for HVAC service?
Many homes have raised wood foundations. Stafford Lake, west of town, is one of the city's water sources. Hillside homes face wildfire risk. Share what you know about your home when you book.
Where do permits come from in Novato?
Novato permits come from the City of Novato Building Division. Ask the heating and cooling company before work starts whether a permit applies to your job.
Keep pets in another room while the pro works.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Novato, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 94945, 94947, 94949
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