Baseboard Heater

It’s crucial to call in the professionals right away if your baseboard heater starts acting up. Fortunately, Metro Services HVAC offers full-scale baseboard heating services to homeowners in Washington, D.C., and Maryland. We’ll help you get things back up and running to ensure your family is ready for those cold winter temperatures.

While not as popular as they used to be, baseboard heaters are powerful and versatile heating solutions for many homes. They can either be the main heat source or a supplemental addition for a single room. If you have them in your home, you’re likely dealing with hydronic or electric baseboard heaters:

• Hydronic: These systems are commonly used to heat entire homes and utilize closed-circuit piping to move hot water to each room. They either hook up to your home’s boiler or utilize their own water supply and heat water using electricity.
• Electric: These systems plug into a nearby outlet or connect to a home’s electrical system. They use convection to warm up cold air found near the floor. They are often easy to install and work quickly.

Baseboard heating systems typically operate efficiently for 15 to 20 years, but you can help extend the life span of your system and reduce the likelihood of problems with routine maintenance.

Some of the most common issues baseboard heaters can experience include:

• Fluctuating temperatures: Inconsistent temperatures in your home is a telltale sign that something is wrong with your baseboard heat, often caused by a faulty or inaccurate thermostat.
• Loud noises: While some humming or clicking noises are normal signs of a working baseboard heater, loud banging sounds could indicate a serious complication.
• Bad smells: Over time, dust, debris and even lubricant can build up in your electric system’s vents, which can burn and create offputting, fuel-like odors.
• Regular circuit breaker trips: A blown fuse or loose wiring can cause electric baseboard heaters to trip the nearby circuit.
• No baseboard heat: Hydronic systems can experience leaks or clogs, causing them to not heat up despite the availability of hot water.

If you’re searching for a team to address your baseboard heating needs, Metro Services HVAC is the team you can rely on. We have years of experience working on and installing various baseboard heaters, allowing us to develop innovative heating solutions to get the job done right the first time, every time.

Our expert technicians are thoroughly trained and ready to supply your family with comprehensive baseboard heating services. Their trucks are filled with some of the highest-quality equipment and tools, which they use to ensure your system works reliably for years. Our same-day availability and 24/7 emergency services ensure we’ll be there to help when you need it most.

Metro Services HVAC is here to help, whether you want to upgrade an outdated system or address a current problem. Our services extend throughout the Maryland and Washington, D.C., areas, including:

• Washington, D.C.
• Frederick County
• Montgomery County
• Howard County

A poorly performing baseboard heater can create an unpleasant internal environment. Our team at Metro Services HVAC will create a viable solution that meets your budget and heating needs. For more information, contact our professionals online to request a free estimate on a new unit today!