Your furnace is an important, essential part of your home but it's easy to take for granted. Homeowners often don't realize how much they rely on their furnace until it stops working. Here are the top 8 tell-tale signs it's time to schedule a furnace repair.
Furnace are designed to last a long time, but there still comes a time when they wear out and stop working as efficiently as they once did. Most companies would recommend replacing your furnace if it's over 10 years old. However, sometimes all it takes is a repair. To determine the best solution, contact your local HVAC company.
Do you hear banging, clanking, and/or screeching sounds coming from your furnace? While it's normal for furnace to make some kind of sound when they're operating, these sounds are not normal and shouldn't be overlooked. Usually, these noises indicate your furnace needs repaired. There are many reasons for the noises, and each noise indicates a different problem. You should have a professional take a look right away.
Are you noticing an inaccurate thermostat? If so, then it may be time to schedule a furnace repair. First, you should check your HVAC system's air filter to see if it's possibly clogged. This can interfere with your furnace's ability to heat your home and your thermostat's ability to read the air temperature. If that doesn't solve the problem, there could be many other reasons for the inaccuracy. Leave it to the pros to help you determine the cause and how to fix it.
High energy bills can really put a damper on your day or your entire month! If you've noticed higher-than-usual energy bills, don't wait to have your furnace looked at. This could be an indication you have a leak, you're low on refrigerant, you have a dirty air filter, your unit needs maintenance, or something else.
Poor indoor air quality can be harmful to you and your family - especially if someone in your home is already living with asthma, allergies, or other respiratory conditions. Your furnace, unfortunately, could be to blame for your poor air quality. If your furnace isn't working properly, then it could be releasing contaminants such as allergens, dust, and other harmful particles into the air. While changing your filter can help this problem temporarily, you should still plan to call your local HVAC company for an inspection.
A furnace shouldn't take too long to turn on. If you find yourself waiting a while, it could be due to a number of issues. For one, it could be due to your furnace's old age, a faulty or burnt-out pilot light, or a dirty or bad flame sensor, just to name a few. Don't wait to contact a professional HVAC company for furnace repair if you notice a slower-than-usual startup time.
If you're noticing abnormal pilot light colors, such as red, yellow, or orange, then it means your furnace isn't working properly. These light colors can be an indication there's rust or other harmful compounds present in your furnace. This can not only cause your furnace to not operate efficiently, but it can also cause it to release harmful pollutants in your air.
There's nothing like turning on your furnace to heat your home, only to find it's doing the exact opposite! If you're noticing some rooms are cold and drafty no matter how much you adjust your thermostat, then it could be time to schedule a furnace repair.
For over 35 years, Peter Levi has been providing fast, professional furnace repair services you can count on. The experts at Peter Levi are here to help with all your HVAC needs. Contact us today at 800-868-6885 or online here.
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