Eric the Heater Guy- 01Request service
Describe the problem — brand, model, and symptoms help.
- 02We confirm a time
48–72 hour response, guaranteed. Most jobs diagnosed on the first visit.
- 03Fixed & tested
Genuine parts, findings explained clearly, heater back to work.
Service & Repair
Sunglo heater repair
Sunglo portables live hard lives on restaurant patios. We service the full line — including certified-refurbished rebuilds — with genuine parts and same-visit fixes wherever possible.
Commercial outdoor heating specialist
Authorized dealer for leading commercial brands
Serving Ventura, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara counties
Common Sunglo failures we fix
Most "dead" heaters don't need replacing — they need diagnosis.
- Won't stay lit
Thermocouple, tilt-switch, and flame-sensor faults.
- Weak flame
Regulator and burner issues that leave patios lukewarm.
- Ignition problems
Push-button and electronic ignition repair — including units others gave up on.
- Wheels, housing & cosmetic
Refurbishment: powder coat, housing, and full mechanical refresh.
How service works
What I check on a Sunglo
What working with this equipment actually teaches you.
- Pilot assembly and thermocouple.
The classic Sunglo no-light: pilot won't stay lit. Usually thermocouple or pilot fouling — a straightforward fix.
- Tilt switch and safety controls.
Safety cutoffs trip for reasons. I test them rather than bypass them.
- Emitter and reflector wear.
Heat output fades as emitters age. I measure what's actually coming off the unit before recommending parts.
- Rebuild-grade diagnostics.
I refurbish Sunglos, so my teardowns go deeper than a swap-and-pray service call. If it's rebuildable, I'll tell you.
Common questions
Do you repair Sunglos you didn't sell?
Yes — most of our service work is on heaters we didn't sell. That's the business.
What does a service visit cost?
Quoted up front based on the symptoms you describe. The diagnostic fee is waived when you approve the repair.
Can you rebuild a fleet?
Yes — multi-unit service and refurbishment for restaurants and venues, scheduled around your operation.