Kansas City, KS HVAC & Plumbing Services

Completed a full heating system inspection and performance evaluation. The furnace is approximately 20 years old, which places it well beyond the average life expectancy of 12–15 years for most residential systems. During today’s tune-up, several concerns were identified: • Flame Sensor: Sensor was removed and cleaned due to improper microamp readings. After cleaning, readings improved slightly but are still weak and below optimal range, indicating the sensor is near failure. A weak flame sensor can cause intermittent shutdowns and nuisance lockouts. • Hot Surface Igniter: The igniter is testing below manufacturer threshold specifications. This indicates deterioration of the element, increasing the risk of a no-heat situation if it fails completely. • Burner Assembly: Burners are heavily corroded and beginning to break down. Corrosion affects flame carryover and proper combustion, which can lead to delayed ignition and unsafe operating conditions. • Debris in Burner Tubing: Excess

Customer called in needing quotes for a water heater replacement. Customer water heater is leaking from T&P valve. Checked water pressure and water pressure at 75psi. System does not have an expansion tank. Water heater is 20 years old as well. Gave customer estimates on repairs to replacement. Customer wants to go over rest of estimates and will make a decision by next week.

Went for a maintenance call today for heat. Tested for static pressure system is passing when in heat. All electrical components are passing for manufacture specifications. Did a combustion test is within range. Inspected heat exchanger no cracks/leaks were detected. Temp split and is passing for specifications on furnace. Did replace filter for customer. Cleaned flame sensor and pressure switch hose. System is up and running before departure. Thank you for choosing LBA services-Johann

Arrived to do a performance maintenance. Set up for combustion analysis temperature split and static pressure tests. Made a adjustement to the systems gas valve to allow for better combustion of gas and keep the system from overheating. Verified operation of all mechanical and electronic components of the furnace. Checked blower for cleanliness and to see if there is any play in the bearings. Found that the fan for both heating and cooling is collecting dust debris. Checked systems heat exchanger to ensure proper venting of flue gas. Furnace is operational at this time.

Customer is going to make it through the rest of the year before replacing furnace

Found seal around roof jack and flue letting water into house. Roof cap is not allowing Hot air to escape causing moisture to run down pipe thru the seal and into house. Roofers shoukd reseal the connection and repace cap and section of pipe

Completed furnace, maintenance and inspection. I cleaned flame sensor and wiped down furnace. I tested air pressure and temp splits. I tested components and amp draws. I ran a combustion analyzer test and carbon monoxide test. As of today, the 15 year-old furnace is running safely however there are multiple signs of the heat exchanger giving out. I showed customer the safety concerns. I recommended to get low level detection carbon monoxide detectors. Customer would like to wait on taking care of the furnace situation for now. I offered our membership to continue maintenance on the furnace, AC, and water heater. Furnace is operational at departure.

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Completed a comprehensive furnace tune-up to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation for the home. Work performed included: System Inspection & Safety Checks • Inspected heat exchanger for cracks, corrosion, and proper flame pattern. • Verified operation of all safety controls, including high-limit switch, rollout switch, pressure switch, and Completed a comprehensive furnace tune-up to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation for the home. Work performed included: System Inspection & Safety Checks • Inspected heat exchanger for cracks, corrosion, and proper flame pattern. • Verified operation of all safety controls, including high-limit switch, rollout switch, pressure switch, and flame sensor circuitry. • Checked venting system for proper draft, secure connections, and obstruction-free flue path. • Tested carbon monoxide levels at the supply, return, and flue to ensure safe operation. Burner & Combustion System • Cleaned burner assembly and verified prope

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Installed wire to provide power to the humidifier

Completed a comprehensive furnace tune-up to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation for the home. Work performed included: System Inspection & Safety Checks • Inspected heat exchanger for cracks, corrosion, and proper flame pattern. • Verified operation of all safety controls, including high-limit switch, rollout switch, pressure switch, and Completed a comprehensive furnace tune-up to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation for the home. Work performed included: System Inspection & Safety Checks • Inspected heat exchanger for cracks, corrosion, and proper flame pattern. • Verified operation of all safety controls, including high-limit switch, rollout switch, pressure switch, and flame sensor circuitry. • Checked venting system for proper draft, secure connections, and obstruction-free flue path. • Tested carbon monoxide levels at the supply, return, and flue to ensure safe operation. Burner & Combustion System • Cleaned burner assembly and verified prope

Arrived for furnace check on two systems. On the upstairs system everything was running in manufacturing specs. I did change filters. The solenoid valve for the humidifier has failed. With approval I replaced it and humidifier is working properly. On the downstairs system everything is running on manufacturing specs. I replaced filter here too. I could not get humidifier to run. We will schedule another visit to get it going. Systems are running at departure . Thanks for choosing LBA.

Dispatched for furnace blowing cold air. Upon arrival the furnace blower was on but there were no flames for the heat. After a further investigation it was found to have a faulty motor that is a safety device. The motor that is faulty will not allow the furnace to ignite. Also, the exhaust flue is weak from the inside which caused the inducer to seize. The corrosion inside the flue is also an indication that the gas is not being combusted properly or not achieving the proper temperature to exit the flue. The bare minimum to be replaced would require the motor and flue to be replaced. This will at least get the heat on. The other components are at a failure point and will need to be replaced to prevent any other emergency.

Customer called in about floor drain backing up in basement. Upon arrival customer mentioned that both drains in the basement backed up. One in garage doesn’t go down and floor drain in utility room backs up when washer backs up. Also water seems to be running down the stack. Found a pinhole leak in drain line that is part of the kitchen sink. For now customer chose to augur both floor drains and will get stack repaired next month. Went ahead and augured both floor drain. Floor drains both drain properly now.

We were called out to the home due to the furnace constantly cycling. I found the spark igniter and the flame sensor covered in carbon buildup. This can interrupt the startup process of the furnace and caused the furnace to cycle. I also found that the filter was clogged up with debris. We changed out the filter to ensure that was not an issue as well. I checked the other safety devices and wiring. Furnace is operating properly at departure.

Went for a tune call today for heat. Tested for static pressure system is at max when in heat. All electrical components are passing for manufacture specifications. Did a combustion test is within range. Inspected heat exchanger no cracks/leaks were detected. Temp split and is passing for specifications on furnace. Did replace filter for customer. Did notice blower wheel has been building up dust. Due to filter not being replaced in months and was well due. Did clean flame sensor and pressure switch hose. System is up and running before departure. Will send over monthly membership via email. Thank you for choosing LBA services-Johann

Customer called in about a leak underneath kitchen sink. Upon arrival found water pooling by tee fitting in the hot side. Customer already took proper precautions and had water turned off before arrival. Gave customer pricing to replace cracked tee. Customer accepted pricing. Went ahead and replaced cracked tee and install new shut off valve as well for kitchen faucet. Turned water back on and verified there are no more leaks. Upon further inspection, tee has a crack in the center. This type of crack looks like it came from manufacture. 1 year warranty on tee and shut off valve replacement.

checked cfm temp ruse

Reached out but did not answer the phone call

Customer got declined for financing

Went for an out on unit. System was running and shut off when turning on. Did a combustion test and was reading 220ppm on unit. Did inspect heat exchanger is leaking carbon monoxide as well has a lot of rust. System will continue to shut off due to rollout switch tripping. Did inform customer findings. Red tagged system until fixed.

Arrived on scene and spoke with Mike about prior issues, mentioned that he probably has a belly and will need to look more into a permanent fix due to if the issue is happening monthly, the problem is a bigger issue. Did not charge due to a day being past warranty but honored it anyways.