Furnace Maintenance in Ottawa
Stay warm all winter long with regular home heating tune-ups from the pros at Francis.

Francis Home Heating and Air Conditioning provides Ottawa and the surrounding areas with fast, friendly and dependable furnace maintenance – whenever you need it, 24/7/365.
Is furnace maintenance necessary? Why do I need a tune-up?
Furnace maintenance is an important part of preparing for fall & winter.
Getting ready for the chillier months (not to mention the downright frozen ones) means making sure your home’s heating system is ready to run at top quality to keep you comfortable from autumn until April.
A tune-up is essential because it allows our HVAC technicians to check for any issues with core components of your furnace – heat exchanger, igniter & pilot lights, burners, gas valve, thermocouple, flame sensor, draft inducer motor, pressure switch, blower motor & return air filter.
Any issues that may hinder your furnace’s performance can then be addressed, ensuring there are no interruptions to your home comfort throughout the colder months.
The proactive nature of furnace maintenance also means you can avoid nasty, expensive, middle-of-the-night repairs during a classic Canadian cold snap, giving you peace of mind all winter long.
Will furnace maintenance save me money?
Furnace maintenance can help you identify any potential problems with your home’s heating system before they cause a breakdown, which means you’ll avoid the cost of any future repairs that may have resulted from letting the problem persist.
These potential savings are a main reason it’s a good idea to get a furnace tune-up in the late summer or early fall months: act now so you don’t have to pay more later.
Will maintenance improve my furnace’s performance over the winter?
Yes, a furnace tune-up can help ensure your furnace runs at peak performance throughout the winter months.
Francis HVAC technicians will look for any potential problems with the main parts of your furnace, allowing them to proactively repair them before they cause a major issue when you need your home heating system the most.
What does a furnace tune-up include?
During a tune-up, Francis HVAC technicians will:
Do you offer furnace maintenance plans for future tune-ups?
Yes, we do! See our protection plans page for more information or contact a Francis Home Comfort Advisor near you today.
How often should I get furnace maintenance?
You should schedule furnace maintenance once per year.
An annual appointment gives our technicians a chance to evaluate your furnace and detect any issues.
A properly maintained furnace will run more efficiently and more reliably, saving you money and the stress of unexpected furnace issues.
We stand behind our work, whether you’re getting a new furnace or we’re doing a routine vent cleaning. We aren’t happy until you’re happy, and we will do everything we can to make your installation or repair experience a great one.
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We aren’t satisfied until you are completely satisfied with our craftsmanship, products, and materials. If you are not completely satisfied with our service, our people, or the quality and performance of your home comfort system within two years from the installation date, and there is nothing we can do to make it right for you, then we will gladly remove the system and return your original investment.
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If your new system breaks down within the first year, leaving you without heating or cooling, we guarantee that we will repair your system within twenty-four hours of your call or we will fix your problem for free and give you $1,000 for the inconvenience.
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Not too hot, not too cold… just right!™ We guarantee that any system we install in your home will either heat or cool your system to its engineered specifications for at least five years. We also guarantee a temperature variance of no greater than two degrees Celsius on your thermostat. If not, we will make any modifications up to and including replacing the entire system at no additional charge.
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We promise that while our technicians are in your home, they will respect your property and protect it from damage and leave their workspace as clean as they found it. You can always expect to be treated courteously and have your questions answered. If we fail to meet any of the high standards we have set for ourselves, we will give you our full Five Year System Check-Up Package free of charge.
“Jeff came out on a Sunday evening when our AC wouldn’t work. He was incredibly nice and diagnosed and fixed the problem promptly. Now everything is working great. Thanks, Jeff!”
“A power surge fried the motherboard in my furnace which affected the operation of my AC.
Cory was the tech sent to my home by the company. He was well informed, on time, and very pleasant to deal with. He diagnosed the issue and fixed it and explained the warranty. I would rate him a 10!”
We guarantee all of our installations, for a peaceful home and mind.
We offer ‘round-the-clock service so that you’re always covered. No additional charges.
Francis Home Environment has been serving families in Ottawa and the surrounding area since 1933.
All of our technicians undergo an extensive background check and continual training.
We’ve been serving local families for over eighty-five years, which shows both our dedication and experience.
We have an average 4.9 star rating on Google, and the Better Business Bureau® has awarded us an A+ rating.
“I had a very complicated AC installation which was 10 feet from the house and I had a post modern furnace, a Polaris, which had limited basement clearance. The Francis home environment team were fantastic! The guys were very well trained they did their job efficiently they were tidy and they were also polite. They showed initiative and they were undeterred by my problem basement. They did excellent problem-solving! Thank you especially to Caleb and Josh and Garrison. I highly recommend this company.“