Fast, Reliable Heating & Furnace Across Mission District
Heating and furnace service in Mission District, CA typically runs $175–$825 for repairs and $3,500–$7,500 for full replacement, with most tune-ups completed same-day. We’re Crestview Heating & Air California, and our Heating & Furnace crew knows Mission District’s 110-year-old Victorian flats inside and out — from seized floor furnaces on Treat Avenue to mini-split retrofits in shared-wall Edwardian buildings. If your heat’s out on a foggy Mission morning or your 1910s floor furnace finally quit, call us at (844) 560-6978. We’ve been serving this microclimate for nearly two decades.
Why Crestview Heating & Air California Is Mission District’s Preferred Heating & Furnace Company
Marcus Feldman, our owner and active Service Manager, still runs calls personally across Mission District’s 94110 zip code. That means when you book with Crestview, you’re not getting a dispatched contractor from a franchise hub — you’re getting 19 years of HVAC experience with ownership-level accountability baked into every job.
Our 4.8-star average across 250+ verified reviews didn’t come from cherry-picked testimonials. It came from showing up to real Mission District homes — south-facing flats on Valencia Street, shared-wall buildings near Dolores Park, basement crawl spaces off Mission Street — and solving problems that generic HVAC shops misunderstand.
We know the parking constraints. The alley-load entries. The SFDBI permit maze for shared-wall work. And we know that when a Diablo wind event pushes your flat into the low 80s, a broken furnace isn’t just a winter problem — it’s a year-round comfort emergency.
Our Heating & Furnace Services in Mission District
Furnace Repair in Mission District
A typical furnace repair in Mission District runs $175–$825, depending on whether we’re reviving a vintage floor furnace or troubleshooting a newer wall unit. Many Mission homes have no ductwork at all, so “furnace repair” here often means diagnosing a single-point gas heater or an inoperable floor unit in a humid basement crawl space. We’ve replaced corroded burners on 1920s floor furnaces near 24th Street and swapped ignitors in modern Goodman wall units off Guerrero. Your system, our specialty — whatever era it’s from.
Furnace Replacement in Mission District
Full furnace replacement in Mission District typically costs $3,500–$7,500. Here’s the reality: most Victorian and Edwardian flats in the Mission were built between 1890 and 1915 with balloon-frame construction, zero duct chases, and original heating from floor furnaces or single gas wall heaters. Retrofitting a ducted system is nearly impossible. That’s why we design ductless mini-split heat pump systems for Mission District replacement jobs — zoned heating and cooling without tearing apart original plaster and lathe. Just last week we retrofitted a Daikin mini-split heat pump into a south-facing Edwardian flat on Treat Avenue. The owners had never had HVAC — just a seized-up floor furnace from 1912. We ran line sets through a shared party wall, preserved the original plaster, and gave them their first-ever zoned heating and cooling system.
Furnace Tune-Up in Mission District
A furnace tune-up in Mission District costs $80–$200 and takes 60–90 minutes. We prioritize these for pre-winter scheduling because Mission District’s fog-shadow warmth can lull homeowners into ignoring their heat until the first cold snap hits. Our tune-ups cover gas valve testing, heat exchanger inspection for cracks (critical in aging floor furnaces), burner cleaning, and carbon monoxide checks. For flats with original floor furnaces, we’ll also assess whether corrosion in humid basement crawl spaces has compromised the unit — a common failure mode we see near Mission Street’s older housing stock.
Heat Exchanger Inspection & Replacement in Mission District
Cracked heat exchangers are a genuine safety hazard — they can leak carbon monoxide into living spaces. In Mission District’s vintage housing, we find this problem disproportionately in floor furnaces that sat unused for years, then got fired up without inspection. Heat exchanger replacement runs $800–$2,200 depending on unit accessibility and whether the part is still manufactured for older models. When replacement isn’t feasible, we’ll design a modern alternative that doesn’t require impossible ductwork. This is owner-managed, not outsourced — Marcus evaluates every heat exchanger call personally.
Ignitor Replacement & Gas Valve Repair
These are the most common “no heat” calls we get in Mission District during October and November. A failed ignitor or stuck gas valve can shut down your entire system. Ignitor replacement typically runs $150–$400; gas valve repair or replacement ranges $250–$600. We stock parts for Trane, Lennox, Goodman, and Rheem systems, plus universal-fit components for vintage units that manufacturers no longer support.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Trusted Brands We Service in Mission District
We service nine major HVAC brands — Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, Rheem, York, Daikin, Bryant, and American Standard — so Mission District homeowners are never told “we don’t work on that.” We stock common ignitors, gas valves, and heat exchanger gaskets locally for Trane, Lennox, Goodman, and Rheem systems, which cuts wait time for Mission District customers. Factory-trained compatibility means we can source parts for discontinued models and design modern replacements that integrate with your building’s constraints. From emergency calls to commercial buildouts, your system is our specialty.
Common Heating & Furnace Problems We See in Mission District Homes
- Original floor furnaces corrode and seize after years of disuse. Humid basement crawl spaces common in Mission District’s older flats accelerate rust on burners and heat exchangers. We inspect these for safe operation before any relighting.
- Shared-wall balloon-frame construction blocks standard mini-split installation. Improper line-set drilling can breach fire stops, damage lathe and plaster, or violate party-wall agreements with adjacent units. We map every penetration before cutting.
- No duct chases force creative solutions for any furnace replacement. Abandoning ducted systems entirely is often the only path, requiring careful coordination with SFDBI permits and building owners.
- South-facing flats overheat during Diablo wind events even with furnaces off. Minimal insulation and large bay windows in Victorian flats trap solar gain, making cooling — not just heating — a real need in this fog-shadow microclimate.
Pricing for Heating & Furnace in Mission District, CA
Here’s what heating and furnace service costs in Mission District’s market:
| Service | Price Range |
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| Furnace Repair | $175–$825 |
| Furnace Replacement | $3,500–$7,500 |
| Furnace Tune-Up | $80–$200 |
| Heat Exchanger Replacement | $800–$2,200 |
| Ignitor Replacement | $150–$400 |
| Gas Valve Repair/Replacement | $250–$600 |
Final cost depends on unit accessibility, parts availability for vintage systems, and whether SFDBI permits are required for shared-wall work. We provide upfront pricing before any work begins — call (844) 560-6978 for a free estimate.
We Also Serve Cities Near Mission District
Our service radius covers all of central and southeastern San Francisco. We regularly run calls to San Francisco proper, Noe Valley‘s hillside homes, Visitacion Valley‘s postwar housing stock, and Chinatown‘s dense mixed-use buildings. Each neighborhood presents different HVAC challenges — from Noe Valley’s duct-friendly 1940s cottages to Chinatown’s high-rise commercial systems — and we tailor our approach accordingly. Wherever you are in the 94110 area or beyond, owner-managed service means the same accountability.
Serving Mission District, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Mission District area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs — Heating & Furnace in Mission District
Yes — we specialize in ductless mini-split heat pumps that require only small penetrations for line sets, preserving original plaster and lathe. In most Mission District Victorian and Edwardian flats, this is the only viable replacement path since no duct chases exist. Call (844) 560-6978 to assess your specific wall construction and party-wall constraints — estimates are free.
The Mission District sits in a fog shadow east of Twin Peaks, running 5–10°F warmer than western SF neighborhoods, and south-facing Victorian flats with bay windows and minimal insulation trap significant solar gain. Your furnace isn’t the problem — it’s the lack of any cooling system in a building designed before HVAC existed. We design mini-split solutions that address both heating and cooling in these conditions.
Yes — we manage SFDBI permit applications for all furnace replacements and mini-split installations in shared-wall Mission District buildings. This includes structural assessments for party-wall penetrations, fire-stop compliance, and tenant improvement coordination. Permit timelines vary, but our familiarity with SFDBI requirements for 94110 properties prevents common delays.
We install and service Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, Rheem, York, Daikin, Bryant, and American Standard systems. For Mission District’s ductless retrofits, we frequently recommend Daikin and Mitsubishi (partner brand) mini-split heat pumps for their slim line-set profiles and quiet operation in dense residential buildings. We’ll match the brand to your flat’s specific constraints during a free site visit.
We typically schedule tune-ups within 3–5 business days, with emergency availability for no-heat calls. Pre-winter booking (September–October) is recommended since first-cold-snap demand spikes across Mission District’s older housing stock. Call (844) 560-6978 to reserve your slot — estimates are free.
Ready to solve your Mission District heating problem? Whether it’s a seized 1912 floor furnace, a cracked heat exchanger, or your first-ever HVAC system in a Victorian flat, Crestview Heating & Air California has the 19 years of experience and owner-managed accountability to get it right. Call (844) 560-6978 now for a free estimate. 250+ customers who left reviews agree — we’re the local choice for heating and furnace service that respects your building’s history and your comfort.
Written by Marcus Feldman, Owner and Service Manager at Crestview Heating & Air California, serving Mission District and San Jose since 2005.