When Your Furnace Stops Working, We’re Ready To Help

If your furnace can’t keep up, makes unusual noises, or suddenly stops heating, Dave’s Heating & Air is here to restore comfort quickly with honest guidance and dependable repairs.

Losing Heat Is Never Convenient — But We Make the Fix Simple

When your furnace stops working, you notice right away. Cold air from the vents, uneven temperatures, strange sounds, or a system that won’t turn on at all—these issues can make your home uncomfortable fast. You need clarity, not guesswork. You need a team that arrives prepared, explains what’s happening, and gets your system running safely again.

That’s exactly what we do at Dave’s Heating & Air. With nearly 50 years of experience in Northern Virginia, we know how to diagnose furnace problems quickly and deliver repairs that last.

What We Look For During a Furnace Repair Visit

Gas furnaces rely on precise timing, safe ignition, clean burners, accurate sensors, and a strong airflow system. When one part fails, others often follow. That’s why our technicians take a full-system approach rather than chasing symptoms.

During a repair visit, we examine how the entire furnace is operating—ignition, burner performance, airflow, electrical components, and safety controls. This helps us pinpoint the real issue and prevent recurring problems.

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Common Furnace Issues We Repair

Every furnace shows distress in its own way. Some problems are obvious—like no heat at all. Others start slowly and get worse over time.

Homeowners often call us for issues like:

  • Furnace runs but blows cold or lukewarm air

  • System cycles on and off repeatedly

  • Ignitor won’t light or keeps failing

  • Strong odors during operation

  • Loud banging, scraping, or rumbling noises

  • Weak airflow through the vents

  • Furnace won’t turn on at all

If something doesn’t seem right, trust your instincts—furnaces rarely fix themselves.

Repairs Backed by Experience and Care

Our technicians arrive with the tools, training, and parts needed to resolve most issues on the spot. We explain what we found, walk you through your options, and provide straightforward pricing before repairs begin. No pressure. No surprises. Just experienced guidance you can trust.

Once repairs are complete, we perform a full heating test to ensure your furnace is operating safely and efficiently before we leave your home.

When Repair Isn’t the Best Long-Term Choice

We always aim to repair whenever it’s practical. But if your furnace is older, unreliable, or facing multiple expensive components failing at once, we’ll help you understand when replacement may be the more cost-effective option. Our recommendations are based on system condition—not sales targets.

Why Homeowners Choose Dave’s

Experience You Can Feel

We’ve served Northern Virginia homes for 50 years.

Fair, Upfront Pricing

No upsells, no hidden fees — just straight answers.

Local & Reliable

 Based right here in Sterling, ready when you need us.

Respectful Service

We treat every home like it’s our own.

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Keeping Northern Virginia Warm Since 1975

Reliable Furnace Service, Repairs, and Installations

Cold weather puts immediate and constant demand on your furnace. When it’s working properly, you get steady heat, safe operation, and predictable energy use — but when it falters, you feel it fast.

At Dave’s Heating & Air, we specialize in full-service furnace care for residential and light commercial properties. From seasonal tune-ups and detailed safety inspections to responsive repairs and complete furnace replacements, our technicians bring decades of experience and a commitment to doing the job the right way.

For nearly 50 years, homeowners in Reston, Herndon, Sterling, and surrounding Northern Virginia communities have trusted Dave’s for honest guidance, dependable service, and the reliable heat they count on all winter long.

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Call 571.346.3940 and let’s keep your system humming!

Hear It from Our Happy Customers

Nothing makes us prouder than hearing directly from the wonderful people we serve right here in Sterling, Herndon, Reston and Northern Virginia. Our reputation is built on knowledgeable technicians, courteous service, and the promise that we always leave your home as clean as we found it—if not cleaner!

Customers regularly praise our team for arriving on time, delivering expert system installations and repairs, and ensuring the whole process is seamless from start to finish. Whether it’s a complete HVAC replacement or routine maintenance, folks appreciate the extra care and attention to detail we bring. Many even say they’d recommend us to friends and neighbors without hesitation. Now that’s high praise!

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Five stars all the way! Adam did a fantastic job replacing our HVAC — professional, knowledgeable, and tidy, and he took the time to explain everything along the way. Dave's Residential Electrical and Air Conditioning made the whole process smooth from start to finish, and owner Javier clearly runs a company that cares about doing the job right. Our new system is running beautifully. Highly recommend!
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Adam is the best! Efficient, knowledgeable, considerate… represents Dave’s extremely well!
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Dave's provides excellent , dependable service. Adam is a great technician. Honest service and products provided at a good price.
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Sherry Brown
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I am a realtor and I have had the pleasure of working with Dave’s heating and air for a few of my real estate clients. The team has replaced water heaters, serviced HVAC systems and been a 2nd opinion when needed! Highly recommend having this company as a vendor if you are an agent!
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Tanya Clarke
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Adam and his team were very professional and friendly. Once the water heater was installed he walked me through the installation process, showed me how it functions and gave tips for maintenance etc.
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Pauline Montague
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From the initial, timely estimate to the install everyone at Dave's was very responsive. The install was seamless and the cleanup was excellent. Even though I know next to nothing about HVAC systems, Adam never let me feel like my questions were silly. I would highly recommend this company for all of your HVAC needs.
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Paul Curylo
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These guys were prompt, professional, fast, and attentive from initial contact to system startup. Highly recommend them for your needs.
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Greg Stavrou
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Dave’s did a great job replacing my old gas hot water heater! Professional and clean work with a choice of Bradford White and AO Smith 75 gallon in stock. Excellent planning visit, quoting and contracting process. Even a follow up to make sure we are happy! Thank you Dave’s!
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Jason G
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Adam did an excellent job replacing my water heater. He was professional, courteous, and respectful of my home throughout the entire installation. He took care to keep everything clean and made sure there was no mess left behind. I also really appreciated that he kept me updated throughout the process and explained what he was doing along the way. Once the installation was complete, his team walked me through everything that had been done and made sure I understood the new system before he left. Overall, it was a great experience. Adam was knowledgeable, professional, and easy to work with. I would definitely recommend him.
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Today, Adam came to install two UV units. We have been with Dave’s Heating & Air Company for more than 20 years, even through a change in ownership. We still recognize many of their technicians from the old days. Adam is very knowledgeable about HVAC systems. He is friendly, professional, and clearly takes pride in his work. We were very pleased and grateful to have him help us. Dave’s company is lucky to have employees like Adam.