Services / Heating
Heating in Flandreau, Brookings & eastern SD.
South Dakota winters are no joke. We install, repair, and maintain high-efficiency furnaces and boilers built for the climate.
What's included
- Furnace repair (gas, propane, electric)
- High-efficiency furnace replacement
- Boiler service & install
- Annual safety & efficiency tune-ups
- Thermostat upgrades (smart + programmable)
- Duct inspection & sealing
Common problems we fix
- Furnace won't start or keeps cycling
- Cold rooms or uneven heat
- Strange noises or burning smell
- Rising heating bills
- Yellow pilot light or CO concerns
Brands we service
Types of furnaces we install
The two most common home heating systems are forced air and radiant (boiler). Forced air uses ductwork to distribute heated air; radiant systems use a boiler to send hot water through pipes to radiators, baseboards, or under-floor tubing. In our climate, gas forced-air furnaces are usually the most cost-effective long term — higher upfront cost is offset by lower monthly operating cost.
How we size and select your furnace
- BTU capacity matched to your home
- AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) rating
- Load calculation — square footage, location, foundation, window count
- Manufacturer warranty
Upgrade features to consider
- Whole-home air filtration
- Electronic vs. standing-pilot ignition
- Variable heat output
- Variable-speed blower
- Dual heat exchanger
- Zoned heating
Questions about heating
How often should I service my furnace?+
Once a year, ideally in early fall before the cold hits. Annual tune-ups catch failing parts, keep efficiency up, and are required to maintain most manufacturer warranties.
How long should a furnace last?+
15–20 years for a quality unit that's been maintained. Past 15, if you're facing a big repair (heat exchanger, control board), it's worth pricing a replacement against fixing.
What does AFUE mean and what should I look for?+
AFUE is the percent of fuel turned into heat. Code minimum is 80%. We recommend 95%+ for our climate — the upgrade typically pays back in 6–10 winters.
Ready when you are
Need heating help today?
Tell us what's happening. We usually have a same-day spot.