Furnace Repair & Heating Services in Tampa Bay
Florida winters may be short, but they can get surprisingly cold. Don’t get caught shivering.
While Tampa Bay is known for its heat, our winter cold snaps can drop temperatures into the 30s and 40s. When you turn your thermostat to “Heat” for the first time in months, you expect it to work safely and efficiently. If you smell gas, hear loud banging, or feel cold air blowing, Velocity Air Conditioning is here to help.
We provide expert repair and maintenance for Gas Furnaces, Electric Heat Strips, and Heat Pump Systems across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties.
Safety First: Gas Furnaces
If you have a gas furnace and smell a strong “rotten egg” odor, or if your carbon monoxide detector goes off, evacuate your home immediately and call 911. For non-emergency repairs and safety inspections, call Velocity Air Conditioning.
Signs Your Heating System Needs Repair
Because we use our heat so rarely in Florida, issues often go unnoticed until it’s too late. Watch out for these common warning signs:
Persistent Burning Smell
A slight smell of dust burning off is normal when you first turn the heat on. However, if the smell persists for more than an hour or smells like melting plastic/rubber, shut it off and call us.
Banging or Squealing
Furnaces should be relatively quiet. Banging suggests a cracked heat exchanger (a safety hazard) or loose parts, while squealing usually indicates a belt or motor issue.
Blowing Cold Air
If your fan is running but the air is cold, you might have a problem with the pilot light, ignition control, or the heat pump’s reversing valve.
Yellow Pilot Light
For gas furnaces, the flame should always be blue. A yellow flame indicates incomplete combustion, which can lead to carbon monoxide leaks.
Heat Pump vs. Furnace: We Fix Both
Many homes in Central Florida rely on Heat Pumps (which reverse your AC to provide heat) rather than dedicated gas furnaces. Heat pumps have unique issues, such as freezing up or getting stuck in “defrost mode.”
Velocity Air Conditioning technicians are certified to repair:
- ✓ Gas Furnaces
- ✓ Electric Heating Strips
- ✓ Heat Pumps
- ✓ Thermostats
Complete Home Services in Tampa Bay & Central Florida
Velocity Air Conditioning offers a full spectrum of services to keep your home comfortable year-round, not just during the cold snaps.
Air Conditioning Services
Expert AC repair and installation to handle the 90°+ Florida heat. We keep you cool when the winter ends.
Indoor Air Quality
Air Duct Cleaning and Duct Sealing to remove allergens and improve efficiency in older homes.
Commercial HVAC
Specialized services for businesses, including rooftop unit (RTU) replacement and maintenance.
Other Home Services
Water Heater Replacement and Electrical Safety assessments to keep your home safe and functional.
Why Choose Velocity Air Conditioning?
Founded by Bill Snyder, we are a family-owned business dedicated to superior service and fair pricing. We offer:
- ✅ 7-Day Availability
- ✅ Transparent Pricing
- ✅ Brand Name Equipment
