Common problems
- Boiler making banging or gurgling noises
- No heat or uneven heat between rooms
- AC blowing warm air
Services
- Central AC repair
- Seasonal tune-ups
- Thermostat installation
If it's urgent: Gas smell or a carbon monoxide alarm? Get everyone out and call 911 or the gas utility.
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What Petaluma housing means for HVAC service
The east side was built out mostly from the 1970s on. SMART trains stop at downtown Petaluma.
Downtown has one of the largest groups of iron-front buildings in the West. Homes here may have anything from a decades-old furnace to a new ductless heat pump added during a renovation. Tell the tech exactly what you have. The Petaluma River is a tidal slough that runs through downtown.
Many older homes near the Bay were built without central air, and ductless mini-splits are a popular way to add cooling. West Petaluma has many Victorian homes.
Common reasons for a call
Things people in Petaluma often describe:
- No heat or uneven heat between rooms
- AC blowing warm air
- Boiler making banging or gurgling noises
How the connection works
- Phone in, or fill out the short form and describe what's wrong.
- We hand the job to an independent heating and cooling company active in Petaluma.
- The pro reaches out to set a time and explain pricing.
Local rules
Natural gas in Petaluma comes from PG&E. Electricity comes from PG&E. If you ever smell gas, leave the building and call the gas utility from outside. In California, licenses for heating and air conditioning contractors come from the Contractors State License Board.
Petaluma gets most of its water from Sonoma Water's Russian River supply, plus local wells. Low-lying areas near the river have flooded in big storms. Wastewater from homes here goes to the Ellis Creek Water Recycling Facility, and permits run through the City of Petaluma Building Division. Petaluma was once called the Egg Basket of the World.
Before the visit
Check and photograph the filter before the visit.
Know where your main shutoffs are before anyone arrives.
What people ask us
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 does a strange smell from my vents mean?
A dusty smell at the first heat of the season is common. A burning electrical smell or a rotten egg smell is not. Shut the system off and call, and leave if you smell gas.
Is there anything local about HVAC service in Petaluma?
Morning fog is common in summer. Many older homes have raised wood foundations. Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park is on the east side. Those details help the heating and cooling company plan the visit.
Do you cover Oak Hill and Westridge?
Yes, as long as a pro is available. Petaluma ZIP codes are in range, and that includes Oak Hill, Victoria, Lakeville and Downtown Petaluma. Share the street name when you call so we can check the right part of town.
Who issues permits for HVAC service work in Petaluma?
Permits in Petaluma go through the City of Petaluma Building Division. Not every repair needs one, so ask the heating and cooling company whether yours does when you get the quote.
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Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Petaluma, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs:
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