It’s always helpful to know the root cause of any home interruption, although emergencies can still strike. Furnace failures are commonplace occurrences. From dust blockages to circulation issues, furnaces are not immune to malfunction. Consider these everyday furnace failures the next time your home fails to warm up:

1) Thermostat Malfunctions  

Your furnace’s thermostat not only monitors the temperature in your home, it controls it. When a thermostat malfunctions, it can produce excess heat, and you’ll find yourself sweating in the middle of winter. Luckily, Home Comfort Experts operate locally to repair malfunctioning thermostats during any weather event. Rain or shine, we’ll harness your home’s interior heat by verifying that your furnace has a working thermostat.

2) Clogged Filters 

Dust collects in your furnace’s filters like a duct. Dirt, debris, and layered dust can pile up, hindering your furnace from optimal airflow. Leave it to the professionals to remove piled debris stuck in your furnace so you don’t have to. Keep your furnace clog-free ahead of the winter season by enlisting us at Home Comfort to do the dirty work.

3) Ignition or Pilot Control Problems 

A furnace’s ignition fuels its entire operation, from burners to heat circulation. When the ignition or pilot light fails to power up properly, you’ll experience faulty controls and an overall lack of heat. If you notice a stark lack of warmth or pilot light signaling, contact a local service for a professional examination. 

4) Component Wear and Tear 

Aging and impact are normal consequences of running a home furnace. Belts, ducts, and motors will lessen in effectiveness over time. It’s important to seek regular furnace maintenance to maximize its lifespan. Curb the effects of wear and tear by staying vigilant in maintenance. 

5) Electrical Component Failures 

Furnaces rely on electric power to run. From internal wires to burners, your furnace will not be able to properly produce heat if any of these “plugged-in” systems fail. Professional home improvement technicians can rapidly repair electrical components to full working order, restoring heat to your home immediately.

Immediate Actions for a Broken Heating System

Indiana and Michigan homeowners experience HVAC and furnace malfunctions during the persistent, icy winter months. It’s an unavoidable truth that they must keep a watchful eye on their home heating systems to be amply prepared. Although it’ll snow regardless, here are a few immediate actions you can take to remediate a broken heating system during icy or brisk conditions:

• Check the thermostat
• Look for a tipped or misaligned breaker
• Verify the furnace switch is turned to the “On” position
• Examine the filter
• Take note of any physical damage