Yes, you can still repair your existing gas furnace in the Bay Area through 2026. Under the current Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) regulations, existing furnace repairs are permitted within the district boundaries until the end of 2026.
However, it is important to be aware of the upcoming regulatory shift. Once the 2025-2026 transition period concludes, the mandate for zero-NOx emissions will take full effect. At that point, if your current unit fails and cannot be repaired, any replacement must be a compliant system, such as:
- Ultra-low NOx gas furnace installation: These systems must meet strict emission limits of 14 ng/J or less.
- Zero-emission heat pump systems: These electric alternatives provide both heating and cooling while meeting the highest environmental standards.
We provide factory-trained Furnace Repair and maintenance services to help you keep your current system running efficiently as long as possible. If you are considering an upgrade before the deadlines, there are currently significant financial incentives available, including rebates of up to $7,000 through BayREN and TECH Clean California to help offset the cost of transitioning to high-efficiency equipment.
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