We repair and replace propane and gas furnaces, heat pumps, central air and water heaters across Jay County, including Portland, Dunkirk, Redkey and Pennville. Most calls involve propane furnaces on farms, older town homes with tired ductwork, and AC systems that have been patched for years. Landcons answers the phone 24/7 and plans each trip before leaving.
Jay County lies south of Adams County, about 45 miles from our downtown office along US 27. Portland, the county seat, sits on the Salamonie River, and Dunkirk, Redkey and Pennville are the other towns most of our calls come from. Between them is open farmland, flat and windy, with farmhouses spaced a mile or more apart. Most of those homes heat with propane, and many have outbuildings that need heat too.
A trip this far means we cannot just run back to the shop for a part. When you call, we ask about the age and type of equipment, the fuel, and what happened just before it quit. That lets us load the right igniter, flame sensor, capacitor or control board. It also lets us tell you honestly how long the drive will take.
Farmhouses, town homes and the systems they rely on
Farmhouses in Jay County are often older two-story homes with a basement or partial basement, a propane furnace and a central air system added sometime after the house was built. Many have been remodeled, so the ductwork does not always reach every room well. Propane furnaces need correct gas pressure and orifice sizing, and we check both on every service call along with the venting and the tank regulator.
Town homes in Portland, Dunkirk and Redkey tend to be older frame and brick houses on natural gas. Some still have chimney-vented furnaces and water heaters. Upgrading the furnace to a high-efficiency model changes the venting, and the water heater left in the chimney may need a liner or a power-vent replacement. Ranch homes built after the war are also common in town, with basement furnaces and duct layouts that have seen two or three equipment swaps.
What brings us down US 27 to Jay County most often
These are the problems Jay County homeowners call about most.
No heat on a propane farmhouse
A frozen regulator, low tank or failed igniter is the usual cause. We check the fuel side first, then the furnace controls and ignition.
Heat pump add-on to save propane
Adding a heat pump to an existing propane furnace means the furnace runs only in the coldest weather. That can stretch propane deliveries significantly.
Chimney draft after a furnace upgrade
When a water heater is left alone in an old masonry chimney, it can backdraft. We test draft and carbon monoxide and recommend a fix.
Old central air losing capacity
Condensers that have run for many summers in dusty farm air lose efficiency. Cleaning the coil and checking charge restores much of it, and we price replacement if the unit is beyond saving.
Pole barn and shop heaters
Workshops and pole barns need properly vented unit heaters and gas lines. We size them to the building and run the piping to code.
Wind, open fields and a 45-mile drive
Wind across the flat fields of Jay County pulls heat out of farmhouses fast, so a furnace that is just barely keeping up can fall behind on a windy January night. That is often when weak parts finally give out. We answer 24/7, so you can call the moment the house starts cooling, and a technician heads down US 27 with a clear idea of what to bring.
While you wait, check the propane tank gauge, the thermostat batteries, the furnace switch and the filter. If you have a space heater, use it safely and keep it clear of anything that can burn. If there is any gas smell, leave the house and call the propane supplier first. A fall tune-up is the easiest way to avoid most of these calls, especially on homes far from town.
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Jay County questions
Does Landcons cover Portland, Dunkirk and Redkey in Jay County?
Yes. We serve all of Jay County, including Portland, Dunkirk, Redkey, Pennville and the farm properties between them. The drive is about 45 miles from our downtown office, so we gather details on the phone and give you an honest arrival time before the technician leaves.
What does a propane furnace repair usually cost in Jay County?
Most propane furnace repairs in Jay County, such as an igniter, flame sensor, pressure switch or inducer motor, run about $185 to $635 including the diagnostic. Larger repairs like a control board or blower motor cost more. That is a typical range, and the real price depends on the visit.
Is a heat pump a good idea for a Jay County farmhouse?
In many cases, yes. Paired with your propane furnace as a dual fuel system, a heat pump covers spring, fall and milder winter days on electricity, which reduces propane use. Whether it pays depends on your propane price, electric rate and the condition of the house.
Can you install a heater in my Jay County pole barn or shop?
Yes. We install vented propane and natural gas unit heaters in pole barns, garages and workshops, sized for the building's square footage and insulation. We also run the gas line from the tank or meter and make sure clearances and venting meet code.