New York winters can get brutal, making the health of your home’s heating system so important. However, your system can experience a malfunction at any moment, leaving you and your family stuck in the cold and dealing with costly problems, such as broken pipes, if it is not addressed and resolved quickly. Read ahead to learn about the most common heating system problems and preventative measures you can take to ensure that you and your family can enjoy a warm and comfortable winter this year.
Thermostat Controls Aren’t Working Properly
Thermostats make adjusting your home’s temperature as easy as the click of a button, but if the controls aren’t working properly, you can be left with a huge inconvenience. The solution may be as simple as changing the batteries or it could be as serious as the result of a faulty wire.
If you are unable to get your thermostat to adjust your home to the correct temperature after looking into the settings and replacing the batteries, call a professional.
Odd Smells Coming from the Furnace
An odd smell coming from your furnace can have a number of causes and shouldn’t be ignored. If your furnace has mold growth or dust build-up inside, it can give off a foul smell and should be cleaned by a professional immediately. If you smell a metallic odor, the burning of plastic or spilled fuel, there may be a problem with the electrical components or burners and you will need to call a professional for an inspection.
If at any point you smell rotten eggs coming from your heating system, you should evacuate your home immediately and call 911 as it may be a sign of a dangerous gas leak.
Heating System Won’t Turn On
If your home is not getting heat at all, check to make sure there is still power running to your furnace and a breaker isn’t tripped. You’ll also want to check to see if the pilot light and electronic igniter are working properly. If the pilot is not working properly, there may not be any fuel getting there. If you can’t find an obvious cause or solution, give us a call.
Your heating system may need to be replaced if it is more than 10 years old, requires frequent repairs, has caused your energy bill to spike and makes loud noises, but our team will help you make the right decision for you and choose energy efficient products if you decide to take that path.
Heat is Not Reaching All Areas of Your Home
If you know your heating system is working properly, but heat is not traveling throughout your entire home as it should, it could be a problem with the ductwork, the system’s parts or a dirty air filter. You may be able to change the filter yourself, or you may want to schedule a professional cleaning to ensure your air quality is not negatively affected.
Schedule Regular Maintenance
One of the easiest ways to prolong the lifespan of your heating system and prevent any problems is by scheduling regular maintenance. Our technicians will perform a full inspection and system tune-up routinely to help protect your family from unexpected and sometimes costly expenses of equipment breakdowns.
If you’re having any heating issues, give us a call at 1-800-989-0299. We’re here 24/7 for all your plumbing and HVAC needs!