If your car had a noticeable problem, was running oddly, or making a strange noise, what do you think would happen if you ignored it and just kept driving? You’d end up with your car broken down on the side of the road. The repairs would be much more expensive than if you’d gotten it taken care of as soon as you realized something was wrong.
Now, what if it was your heating system instead of your car? Continuing to run the heat when there’s a concerning HVAC issue is a terrible idea. At the first sign of a problem, get heater repair in Destin, FL. Here’s why you shouldn’t wait.
Keep Problems Small
Perhaps the problem has to do with the blower fan motor, which powers the fan that pushes air through your ducts. Maybe it’s started making a groaning, grinding sound. What should you do? Have it repaired right away. This could be as simple as a lack of lubrication or worn-down bearings. But if you keep forcing it to work without repair, you’ll end up needing the whole motor replaced.
Keep Your System Efficient
Let’s say that what you’ve noticed is that the heating cycles are surprisingly short, with the system turning off just moments after it has started up. What’s going on with that? There are a variety of possible causes, but this problem is called short cycling. Like so many other heating system issues, this one causes huge increases in your utility bills. Starting up so often uses a ton of energy.
Keep Your Family Safe
Some heating problems will just lead to poor performance, a chilly home, perhaps a heater that has broken down entirely, or a worrisome increase in the amount you’re paying for the same (or less) comfort. But those concerns are nothing compared to the kind of heating problems that could threaten the safety of your family.
- Electrical Issues: These can lead to electrocution or fires. The first signs may be odors like burning plastic or rotten fish, scorch marks in the furnace, or buzzing, clicking, or crackling noises.
- A Gas Leak: This can lead to medical issues, fires, or even an explosion. The first sign is probably an eggy odor, because natural gas has an additive called mercaptan which gives it a noticeable smell for ease of leak detection.
- A Cracked Heat Exchanger: This can cause your heater to leak deadly carbon monoxide. Keep watch for moisture or soot in the furnace cabinet, clicking sounds as the furnace cools down, or a flame that flickers and dances or burns any color other than blue. And don’t forget to keep your batteries fresh in your carbon monoxide detectors!
Keep your repair costs and utility bills down and your home and loved ones safe! We’re always ready to help so that you can relax in cozy comfort, safety, and well-being.
For professional heating system maintenance and repair, look no further than Kool Breeze of Northwest Florida, Inc. Contact us today!