What Are the Most Common Furnace Repairs?

When temperatures drop, the demand for furnace repairs begins! Customers often notice issues with their furnaces after they are left idle all summer. If you want to avoid common heating problems in Mabank, TX, be aware of any strange sounds, smells or uneven heating between rooms. Here are the most common furnace repairs:

• Airflow adjustments: If your home suffers from poor airflow, you will notice uneven heating, stuffy rooms and even more respiratory symptoms. The problem arises from furnaces needing new fan motors, belts and bearings, and when not repaired, the furnace can overheat and leave your house chilly. Another cause of poor airflow is aging ductwork that starts to fail. Airflow issues can lead to poor indoor air quality and expensive heating costs, so this issue justifies a visit from a heating technician.
• Change filters: Your filter keeps debris out of the airflow and helps your heater work efficiently. When filters become dirty or clogged, you make the furnace work harder than it should, and that will show up in your utility bills. You will also face uneven heating as your furnace struggles to circulate warm air through your home. Many times, this is the only issue to fix when furnaces act up, and if caught early, you face a much lower repair bill. Also, homeowners can often replace the filter themselves, so this is a good element to check before you call your technician for repairs.
• Thermostat replacement: The thermostat regulates when the heater activates. When it starts malfunctioning, you may face an unheated home, no fan pushing hot air through your home or very intermittent and random heat. If you have a programmable thermostat, change the batteries before calling for repair. If new batteries and a restart don’t fix the problem, then give us a call. Thermostats that are not programmable are likely old and wearing out. Replacing it with a programmable one will add convenience and cost savings to your household.
• Pilot light and ignition repair: Today’s furnace systems activate either through a hot surface ignition or an intermittent pilot. Either type can malfunction and lead to intermittent or no heat. Addressing ignition must be limited to an experienced furnace technician, as it can be dangerous to someone lacking that experience. You will notice this problem if your heat is slow to activate or does not activate at all. If thermostat issues are eliminated, then it is likely a problem with ignition.
• Maintenance catchup: HVAC systems need maintenance. When you do not make regular maintenance appointments, you will notice more problems and can even face a full HVAC breakdown. No cooling in summer or heat in the winter is a miserable situation, and likely not one you wish to face. Mere maintenance is much less expensive than addressing any of the problems above. Today is a good day to make that call!

Ken’s Comfort Zone Air Conditioning in Mabank, TX also performs common furnace repairs. Contact us today to schedule an appointment if you would like to avoid common heating problems this fall and winter.

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