How To Know If Your Furnace Is Broken (Or Dying).

Heat is vital to our overall health and well-being. In winter, the chill of the outside air can be brutal, and nothing feels better than when your furnace kicks on and starts to warm the surrounding air. That's why it's vital to know some signs that your furnace might be broken. 

Here are some signs that something might be wrong with your furnace. 

Smoke 

Smoke coming from your heating unit is a sign to call a professional to come over and check it out. In most cases, an indication that one of its components has failed or there’s a blocked system.

The Pilot Light

If your pilot light keeps going out, it's because the furnace needs more air. You can either adjust the valve on the gas line to get more oxygen or clean out the burner. That ensures that there are no obstructions in the way of the flame.

Thermostat Settings

Thermostat settings are the most straightforward fixes for fixing your furnace. All you have to do is make sure the thermostat is set correctly. The thermostat setting should be higher than the temperature outside (while this seems obvious when the temp is 32 degrees outside, many homeowners run their furnaces in the Fall and Spring when temps are closer to 65 degrees).

Dirty or Faulty Filters

A dirty filter won't allow as much heat through, and might cause your furnace to break down faster than usual. You should clean or replace filters every month or two. Of course, this depends on how often you use your furnace during the winter months.

These are just a few of the many symptoms common with an old or broken furnace. Contact us immediately if you notice any of these symptoms and we’ll make sure to resolve the problem for good! Our furnace experts can properly diagnose the issue and perform any necessary repairs or maintenance before winter hits hard!