🔥 Furnace Repair Old South London Ontario — $175 Flat • 24/7 • Zero Surcharge • Goodman GR9T96 • Kepler • Midea Installations
London Ontario • all brands repaired • same-day • 1-2 hr response • heat exchanger inspection • written report • TSSA certified
Furnace Repair
Old South
London Ontario.
$175 Flat • TSSA Certified.
Gas furnace repair in Old South, London Ontario. $175 flat service call — 24/7, zero surcharge. Hawana HVAC serves Old South homeowners with complete furnace repair and new furnace installation services. When repair is no longer the right choice, Hawana installs the Goodman GR9T96 — a 96% AFUE, A2L-compatible furnace designed for London Ontario’s climate and compatible with future heat pump systems — alongside Kepler and Midea value-tier options. All from $3,400 installed. TSSA certified. 150+ reviews. BBB A+. Founded 2018.
Diagnosis + standard labour$175
#1 repair, Old South homes$215–240
Included in $175 call$175
Service call + board$325–550
96% AFUE • A2L • Heat pump readyFrom $3,400
Value-tier replacement optionsFrom $3,400
Old South Furnace Age and
What It Means for Repairs in 2026
Old South developed in distinct phases. Each era has its own dominant furnace brands, failure modes, and the honest repair vs. replace threshold. When replacement is the right choice, Hawana quotes all applicable options including the new Goodman GR9T96 A2L-compatible furnace alongside Kepler and Midea value-tier alternatives.
The oldest Old South homes — smaller post-war bungalows off Wharncliffe Road South and south of Oxford Street West built in the late 1940s through mid-1950s — have replacement furnaces from the late 1990s now at 25+ years old. Heat exchanger inspection is the highest priority for this category. When replacement becomes necessary, Old South homeowners in this era are typically choosing between the Goodman GR9T96 (96% AFUE, A2L ready, from $3,400 installed) for maximum efficiency and future-proofing, or the value-tier Kepler furnace for a straightforward like-for-like replacement at a lower entry price. Both carry the same Hawana installation standard and written warranty.
The 1955–1970 Old South homes — larger bungalows and split-levels along Wellington Road South, Grand Avenue, and Ridout Street South — have furnaces from the early-to-mid 2000s, making them 15–25 years old. Control board failure, inducer motor wear, and heat exchanger stress are the primary concerns. Old South's long-term homeowner community means these furnaces are often well-maintained — but 20+ year equipment needs proactive assessment. When replacement is on the horizon, the Goodman GR9T96 is particularly compelling for Old South homeowners considering a future heat pump pairing, as its A2L refrigerant compatibility future-proofs the installation for hybrid heat pump systems.
The 1970–1975 Old South homes have furnaces from the mid-2000s to early 2010s, now 12–20 years old. Hot surface ignitors, flame sensors, and capacitors are the most common failure modes at this age. These are Old South homes most likely to benefit from planned maintenance — the failures are predictable. For homeowners who replace rather than repair, both the Kepler furnace and Midea furnace are available as value-tier options, while the Goodman GR9T96 is the premium single-stage choice. Abdullah quotes all applicable options at replacement calls.
🔥 Old South — Long-Term Residents and Their Furnaces
Old South is one of London Ontario's most stable neighbourhoods — many homeowners have lived on the same street for 20–30 years. They know their furnaces: when it was installed, how often it's been serviced, and whether it's been reliable. Abdullah respects this knowledge. At every Old South call, he listens to what the homeowner already knows about the system and builds on that rather than starting from scratch. The result is faster diagnosis and more targeted advice specific to each home's history.
Goodman GR9T96 • Kepler • Midea
New Furnace Options for Old South Homeowners
When repair is no longer the right choice for your Old South furnace, Hawana installs three categories of replacement: the premium Goodman GR9T96, the value-tier Kepler, and the value-tier Midea. All installed from $3,400 all-in, all to the same TSSA-certified standard.
How Abdullah quotes replacement in Old South: At every service call where replacement is the honest recommendation, Abdullah provides a written comparison of all applicable options — Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, Midea, and any other brands relevant to your home — with installed prices and honest pros and cons of each. No pressure on timing or brand. You make the informed decision. View all furnace installation options →
Common Furnace Problems
in Old South London Ontario
Every symptom has a most-likely cause in the context of Old South’s specific housing stock. Here is what each problem typically means, what the repair costs, and when replacement with a Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, or Midea might be the better choice.
Inducer fan spins up, then nothing — no ignition, no heat. In Old South’s housing stock, this is almost always a failed hot surface ignitor in a Goodman or York unit. Ignitors last 3–10 years and fail without warning, typically under maximum winter load. If this is the first ignitor failure on a furnace under 15 years old, repair is almost always the right choice. If it’s the second ignitor failure on a 20+ year furnace, the repair vs. replace conversation is worth having — Abdullah brings Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, and Midea pricing to every call for exactly this reason.
Furnace lights for 3–10 seconds then shuts off — repeating in a loop. Most common causes: dirty flame sensor or blocked condensate drain. Both are included in the $175 service call. First check your air filter — a fully blocked filter causes overheating and short cycling. Replace it and run the furnace for 20 minutes before calling. If short cycling continues: call (647) 550-4220.
The heat exchanger separates combustion gases — including carbon monoxide — from the air circulated through the home. A crack allows CO into the living space. In Old South, this concern is highest for furnaces over 20 years old. The furnace often appears to run normally with a cracked heat exchanger — which is why CO detectors and professional heat exchanger assessment are both required. If a crack is found, the furnace is shut down immediately. Replacement with a Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, or Midea is required — this finding cannot be repaired.
The control board orchestrates every furnace startup and shutdown step. When it fails, symptoms range from complete non-response to erratic lockouts. Control board replacement costs $325–550 all-in. For Old South’s older furnace stock, this cost should be weighed against a new furnace. The math: a $550 control board repair on a 22-year-old furnace vs. a $3,400 Goodman GR9T96 that provides 20+ years of reliable operation. Abdullah walks through this comparison honestly at every Old South call where the board cost approaches 15–20% of replacement.
Grinding, scraping, or high-pitched whining during startup indicates inducer motor bearing wear. Replacement costs $450–750 all-in. For Old South’s older furnace stock, compare this repair cost honestly against a new furnace. A $600 inducer motor repair on a 22-year-old furnace that will need another major repair in 1–2 years is not the same economics as the same repair on a 14-year-old furnace with intact heat exchanger and a good maintenance history.
Gas furnaces communicate faults by flashing a diagnostic LED. Count the flash pattern (3 flashes, pause, repeat = 3-flash code) and look it up on the label inside your front panel. Common codes: 4 flashes = high limit switch (check dirty filter first), 3 flashes = pressure switch, 6 flashes = ignition lockout (usually ignitor). Call (647) 550-4220 with brand, model, and flash count for phone pre-diagnosis. Abdullah can often confirm the cause and which parts to bring before arriving.
Furnace Repair and Installation Costs
in Old South London Ontario 2026
All repair calls $175 flat. Parts quoted in writing before ordering. New furnace installations from $3,400 all-in for Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, or Midea. No hidden charges.
| Service | Typical All-In Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Service call (24/7, any hour, zero surcharge) | $175 | Diagnosis + standard labour. If no parts needed, $175 is the complete bill. Written report included. |
| Flame sensor cleaning / condensate drain | $175 | Included in service call. Most common short cycling fix. |
| Hot surface ignitor replacement | $215–240 | Service call + part. Most common Old South repair. Parts on vehicle for major brands. |
| Pressure switch replacement | $245–290 | Service call + part. Often related to inducer motor wear in older furnaces. |
| Control board replacement | $325–550 | Service call + board. At this cost for older furnaces, weigh vs. new Goodman GR9T96 from $3,400. |
| Inducer motor replacement | $450–750 | Service call + motor. Compare to new furnace cost for 20+ year units. |
| Goodman GR9T96 installed 96% AFUE • A2L compatible • Hybrid heat pump ready | From $3,400 | All-in installed price. Equipment, labour, disposal. TSSA certified. Same-day installation often available. |
| Kepler furnace installed | From $3,400 | Value-tier option. All-in installed. TSSA certified. Good choice for straight replacement on a budget. |
| Midea furnace installed | From $3,400 | Value-tier option. All-in installed. TSSA certified. Can pair with Midea AC units for matched system. |
Repair or Replace Your
Old South Furnace? The Honest Answer.
- ✓Furnace under 15 years old, heat exchanger intact
- ✓Single component failure, repair under $600–800
- ✓Heat exchanger confirmed intact by combustion analysis
- ✓First or second major failure in a well-maintained furnace
- →Heat exchanger cracked — safety requirement, cannot be repaired. New Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, or Midea from $3,400 installed.
- →Furnace 20+ years old with major failure over $400–500
- →Multiple major failures in the same system
- →Repair cost exceeds 50% of replacement cost
Replacement quotes at every applicable call: When replacement is the right choice, Abdullah provides written quotes for Goodman GR9T96 (96% AFUE, A2L ready), Kepler (value-tier), and Midea (value-tier) — all installed from $3,400. No pressure on brand or timing. View all furnace installation options →
All Furnace Brands Repaired
Old South London Ontario 2026
Hawana repairs every furnace brand found in Old South homes. For new installations: Goodman GR9T96 A2L, Kepler, and Midea alongside Lennox, Carrier, and all major brands. All installations all-in from $3,400.
How a Furnace Repair or
Replacement Works in Old South
Call (647) 550-4220 any time. Describe your symptom and LED flash code. Pre-diagnosis narrows the cause before arriving — ensuring the right repair parts for your specific Old South furnace are on the vehicle. If replacement is likely, Abdullah notes it so Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, and Midea pricing can be prepared.
Gas connections checked, CO levels measured, heat exchanger inspected before any work begins. For any Old South furnace 12+ years old, heat exchanger inspection is the highest-priority check. A crack means the furnace is shut down — and replacement options (Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, Midea) are quoted at the same visit.
Ignitor resistance, flame sensor microamps, capacitor micro-farads, pressure switch, control board output voltages, inducer motor amperage — all measured with instruments. Exact failed component confirmed before any repair is proposed.
No work begins without your written approval. For repairs: parts and labour listed individually. For replacements: Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, Midea, and any other applicable brands quoted side by side with honest pros and cons. Your maintenance plan discount pre-applied.
Repair completed or new Goodman GR9T96/Kepler/Midea installed. Full heating cycle test from cold start. Supply air temperature confirmed within manufacturer spec. All safety systems retested. Written service report provided before leaving — documents every item checked, condition, and work performed.
Why Old South Homeowners
Choose Hawana HVAC
Most contractors add $50–200 after-hours surcharges. Hawana: $175 any hour, any day, zero exceptions. Repair, diagnosis, or new Goodman GR9T96/Kepler/Midea quote at the same visit.
Written quote before any part is ordered. Repair quotes and replacement quotes (Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, Midea side by side) both provided in writing. No verbal surprises.
TSSA certification required by Ontario law for gas furnace work. Abdullah is TSSA certified for natural gas and LP/propane. Same certification covers new Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, and Midea installations.
Every Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, or Midea installation is a purchase. No monthly rental fees, no long-term contracts, no buyout clauses. You own your home; you should own your furnace.
No interest-loaded payment plans. The Goodman GR9T96 at $3,400 is a real price — not a monthly payment that obscures the total cost. Pay at time of installation.
Every Old South visit is Abdullah. He knows your system’s history and is personally accountable for every repair and every Goodman GR9T96/Kepler/Midea installation.
HVAC Maintenance Plans
for Old South Ontario Homeowners
Furnace, AC, or water heater. Annual inspection, written report, 10% repair discount. Best for newer Old South systems under 15 years old.
Sign Up →Furnace + AC or Furnace + Water Heater. Two visits, 15% repair discount. Best for Old South homeowners with 15–20 year furnaces approaching replacement age.
Sign Up →Furnace + AC + Water Heater. Priority 24/7 (1-2 hr), 20% repair discount, CO test every visit. Best for Old South homes with 20+ year furnaces or homeowners wanting priority emergency response.
Sign Up →Abdullah Ghzail — TSSA-Certified Furnace
Repair and Installation Specialist
Abdullah Ghzail has been serving Old South homeowners since founding Hawana HVAC in 2018. He repairs every furnace brand found in Old South’s housing stock and installs new furnaces including the Goodman GR9T96 (96% AFUE, A2L compatible), Kepler, and Midea alongside Lennox, Carrier, Goodman, and all major brands. Every repair and installation is performed to the same TSSA-certified standard with a written quote before any work and a written service report before leaving.
Furnace Repairs and Installations in Old South
Real London Ontario Reviews
“My Old South bungalow was built in 1958 — furnace replaced in 1999, now 26 years old. I wanted an honest assessment before committing to anything. Abdullah checked the heat exchanger thoroughly, confirmed it was still intact, and said I had maybe one or two seasons left before a new Goodman GR9T96 made more economic sense than another repair. He fixed the ignitor for $215 and gave me a real timeline. That honesty is worth everything.”
“Short cycling in my Old South home. Abdullah diagnosed a blocked condensate drain — cleaned it in 20 minutes, $175 flat. He also noticed the pressure switch showing early wear and flagged it for next maintenance. That proactive detail separates a real technician from someone just fixing what broke. When I eventually replace this furnace, I'll be asking him about the Goodman GR9T96.”
“Emergency call at midnight — Old South, December, -12 outside. Abdullah here in 90 minutes. Failed ignitor on a 2001 Goodman. Part on truck, installed and tested in 45 minutes. $215 all-in. No midnight surcharge. Written report before he left. The honest flat-rate pricing London Ontario homeowners deserve. Already recommended to four neighbours on Grand Avenue.”
Furnace Repair Across
Old South and All of London Ontario
Furnace Repair Old South Ontario
Frequently Asked Questions 2026
Hawana HVAC Services
Old South London Ontario
Furnace Repair Old South London Ontario
$175 Flat • 24/7 • TSSA Certified • No Lock-In
Zero surcharge any hour. All brands repaired. New Goodman GR9T96, Kepler, Midea from $3,400 installed. Written quote before any repair or installation. No rentals, no financing push, no lock-in. 150+ reviews. BBB A+. Founded 2018.
Hawana HVAC Solutions provides gas furnace repair and new furnace installation in Old South, London Ontario. TSSA-certified technician Abdullah Ghzail. $175 flat 24/7 zero surcharge. Founded 2018. 150+ five-star Google reviews. BBB A+ rating. Bilingual English and Arabic. New furnace options: Goodman GR9T96 96% AFUE A2L-compatible single-stage gas furnace, Kepler furnace, Midea furnace — all installed from $3,400. AC installation: Kepler 14 SEER AC, Midea AC, Comfort Star, Direct Air, and all major brands. All brands repaired: Goodman, York, Lennox, Carrier, Bryant, Lennox, Carrier, Napoleon, and all others. Serving Wharncliffe Road South, Wellington Road South, Commissioners Road East, Grand Avenue and all streets within Old South London Ontario. Furnace repair Old South 2026. Hawana HVAC Solutions 670 Millbank Dr London ON N6E 1S2 telephone 647-550-4220.
