Early Morning – The First Call

The day starts before sunrise, when the temperature in Colorado Springs hovers around freezing. As a service technician at Apex Plumbing & Mechanical, my truck is already stocked and ready for whatever challenges the day might bring.

6:00 AM: The first emergency call comes in from a family in Manitou Springs, where their furnace stopped working overnight. With young children in the house, this becomes our top priority.

Mid-Morning – Preventive Maintenance

9:30 AM: After resolving the emergency call (a failed ignitor was the culprit), I head to scheduled maintenance appointments. Preventive furnace service is crucial in our region, where winter temperatures can be unforgiving.

Common tasks during these visits include:
– Inspecting heat exchangers
– Cleaning or replacing air filters
– Testing safety controls
– Checking electrical connections
– Analyzing system performance

Afternoon – System Assessment

2:00 PM: A consultation for a potential furnace replacement takes up most of the afternoon. The homeowner’s unit is 20+ years old, and we discuss energy-efficient options that would better serve their heating needs while reducing utility costs.

Evening – Final Calls

5:30 PM: The day typically winds down with one or two more service calls. Tonight’s final job involves diagnosing a noisy heater in a Colorado Springs residence. These moments remind me why this work matters – every repair means another family staying warm through our cold mountain nights.

End of Day Reflection

Being a heating technician in Colorado isn’t just about repairs and installations; it’s about keeping our community comfortable and safe during the harsh winter months. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to help our neighbors stay warm.

Remember, regular maintenance is your best defense against unexpected heating emergencies. Don’t wait until your system fails to give it the attention it needs.