Heating Systems

Our technicians at Preferred Air work with all types of heating systems with the quality and affordability you should expect from your contractor. Keep your home or business warm this winter with our services.

Technicians at Preferred Air provide homeowners in Massachusetts with honest, professional, and courteous HVAC services.Call us for 24/7 emergency services! Our technicians are here for repairing, installing, and maintaining outdoor HVAC units.We provide installation of Bosch outdoor heat pumps for heating and cooling residential homes and commercial buildings.Get your high-quality, condensing indoor furnaces from Bosch installed today by Preferred Air.Check out our high-quality outdoor HVAC units that are designed to withstand snow and heavy rain.

Heating

Repair

Some signs that your heating system may need repairs:

  • Unusual noises or smells from your heater.
  • Unexplained increase in energy bills.
  • Difficulty breathing while the heating system runs.
  • Adjusting the thermostat doesn’t heat your home or business.

We recommend scheduling repairs as soon as possible to avoid more damage to the heating system or a sudden loss of heating. If your heating breaks, call us for our 24/7 emergency services.

Note: Preferred Air does not cover mold diagnosis, remediation and removal or duct cleaning.

Installation

When repairs are no longer an option, or your system is over ten years old, it’s time to start thinking about purchasing a new heating system. Advances in home heating technology means that a new furnace can be up to 40% more efficient than your current one.

The difference to your checkbook can add up to hundreds of dollars per year. Plus, today’s systems are quieter and more dependable. Not sure which type of heating system is right for you? Please call us and we’ll be happy to answer any of your questions or concerns

Maintenance

Cold weather can arrive quickly here in the North Shore area, so when you need heat, your system needs to be working at its best. Save yourself from expensive emergency repairs and replacements by having our professionals keep your equipment in its best condition. Doing so will even help with your energy bills, and give your system a longer life.

Boiler

Preferred Air installs and maintains highly efficient boilers for North Shore homes with hot water heating systems.

Energy Efficient, Clean Air & Radiant Heat: The Power of Water

For homes with hot water heating systems, Preferred Air installs and maintains highly efficient boilers. We repair and service all major makes and models — and provide 24-hour emergency service.​

What is a Boiler Heating System?

Boiler heating systems have two parts: a boiler that heats and delivers the hot water, and a network of pipes that carries the water through the rooms. The pipes are typically installed in the subflooring, but can also be installed in baseboard heaters and radiators. The hot water evenly radiates heat throughout the room, providing comfortable, high quality heat.​

Benefits of a Boiler Heating System

  • CLEAN HEATING. No dust particles or other allergens are blown into your home.​
  • PROGRAMMABLE HEATING ZONES. Most boiler systems allow you to tailor the temperature in your rooms to fit your needs.​
  • HIGH ENERGY EFFICIENCY. Water is a better medium for heat than air; it delivers more heat to your home for the energy spent.​
  • QUIET HEAT. Unlike forced air systems that produce air circulation noises, boiler heating is virtually silent.​

Installation

Preferred Air offers condensing boilers that provide the most efficient, environmentally friendly form of heating for hot water baseboard and radiant systems. Thanks to low fuel consumption and lower heating costs, our customers sometimes find that a new boiler can pay for itself in only two to five years.​

Service

A well-maintained, good quality boiler can last for decades if it receives regular inspections and servicing. For boiler service, our techs have seen a wide array of boilers of all makes, of all ages, and of all conditions. We will ensure that the repair will be done right — the first time. We’ll do everything possible to provide same-day service, especially in no-heat situations.​

Don’t wait until your boiler dies on a freezing winter night. Call us for a no-obligation consultation of your home or business. Contact us to get your questions answered about boiler installation and service. 978-750-8282

Furnace

Have your current furnace system installed, inspected, and repaired by our qualified technicians at Preferred Air.
Furnace tune-up

At Preferred Air, we believe that maintaining the system that works for you is the best option. That being said, if your furnace is over ten years old, a replacement may be worth considering. Within the past ten years furnaces have improved in efficiency, and replacing an old furnace can save a homeowner up to 50% in heating bills.​

Types of Furnaces

  • Central Warm Air or Forced Air Furnace​
  • Steam or Hot Water System​
  • Gas Furnace​
  • Electric Furnace​

How it Works

Although there are different types of furnaces, they generally work by first heating air and then utilizing ductwork to circulate it through your home. Efficiency of a furnace is measured by how much fuel the furnace converts into heat during a year. This is called the annual fuel utilization efficiency or AFUE.​

In the 1990s and earlier, furnaces had a 65% or less AFUE. This means that 65 percent of the fuel was converted into heat, while the other 35 percent was lost. Today’s furnaces have a 80% or higher AFUE. This efficiency means the unit uses less fuel and produces less pollution, resulting in a lower cost for you.​

Furnace Maintenance Tips

  • Whether you’re installing a new system or fixing what’s existing, good maintenance helps with energy efficiency and the lifespan of the equipment:​
  • Clean or change air filters every three months (more frequently if you smoke or have pets).​
  • Keep registers clean and unobstructed.​
  • Inspect and tune the system every year by a qualified professional.​
  • For greater efficiency, seal your ducts; air ducts can leak up to 20% of the air that passes through them.

Financing Available!

Turn major purchases into manageable payments with promotional financing from Preferred Air.

Preferred Air offers 24/7 HVAC services for residential and commercial clients in the North Shore area of Massachusetts

Why Preferred Air?

Preferred Air offers 24/7 service to residents and businesses in Topfields, MA and surrounding towns

Service is available 24/7

Preferred Air's team of licensed HVAC technicians are respectful and take pride in their work

Technicians are polite, respectful, and take pride in their work

With Preferred Air, there are no surprising costs associated with your HVAC repairs

No surprises with up-front exact pricing

Preferred Air installs, services and maintains heating and cooling systems for both residential homes and commercial businesses in the North Shore of Massachusetts.

We serve both residential and commercial clients

Preferred Air has been installing and repairing HVAC systems for over 33 years

More than 33 years of experience in the North Shore area

We came back from an overseas vacation to find our furnace was running out of control and overheating our condo. Preferred air sent two top notch mechanics and solved the problem the day they came and solved the problem by replacing the thermostat. KUDOS
Very prompt courteous and professional.

Thomas N.
Ipswich

We could not be happier with Preferred Air. Every facet of our full heat replacement from oil to a new heat pump and new A/C went flawlessly. Brian, our lead, was professional and prompt with a fair quote. The installation team led by Sal and Brendan were on time and always left the job clean. Chris in the office was friendly responsive and on point. A+ I would highly recommend!

Lisa L.
Andover

To the professional and knowledgeable staff at Preferred Air, thank you for fixing my air conditioning. Your service team resolved my air conditioning problem quickly and efficiently.
I highly recommend your company

Kathryn and Sam C.
Wakefield

Without a doubt, one of the best companies I have ever dealt with. I needed to have my central air conditioning unit moved. They did a better job than the original install. The crew was hard working, knowledgeable and friendly. They adjusted their schedule to meet the demands of my contractor. Got the job done on time and right on budget. If you need HVAC work these are the guys to call.

Jeffrey B.
Salem

"A plumbing contractor recommended Preferred Air to me […] said that their reputation in the industry was well regarded. Preferred Air has lived up to this recommendation. It is easy to schedule with them and they arrive ON TIME! Their technicians are professional, knowledgeable, and thorough. Nice job today…!"

Penny T.
Topsfield

“They’re consistent, friendly, trustworthy, competitive pricing. I have been with this company for 10 years and have been pleased with their service.”

John S.
Peabody

“Preferred Air has done my heating and AC work for a number of years. They are always prompt and friendly – very professional. …They are a great bunch.”

William S.
Danvers

"The service people were prompt, courteous, efficient, and knowledgeable. Their reliability was very appreciated. I plan to use your services for years to come."

Anna R.
Danvers

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Preferred Air has proudly provided premier heating and AC services for 33 years
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Massachusetts Refrigeration License #RC-148128
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