There are few things more comforting than coming home to a warm and cozy house at the end of the day. On the other hand, a frigid arctic blast in your home can have the opposite effect. When your home’s heating system fails to adequately heat your home, it can cause a lot of stress trying to determine the cause of the problem. This is why the HVAC experts at Tom Hundley Heating & Cooling in Broken Arrow, OK, share the top furnace problems to help you get to the bottom of things. 

Top 3 Most Common Furnace Problems

Frequent Cycling

A furnace that is functioning properly turns itself on when the air in your home is too cold and turns itself off when the temperature reaches the desired setting on the thermostat.  When your furnace turns on and off at random times throughout the day, this could be a sign of deeper issues brewing. 

The most common cause of frequent cycling is dirty air filters.  Clogged air filters prevent the warm air produced by the furnace from entering the home.  As a result, the unit continues to shut itself on and off to compensate. A dirty air filter is an easy DIY fix. If this does not resolve the issue, a certified HVAC technician can perform additional diagnostics to get to the bottom of things.

No Heat Production

There are a few things that could cause a furnace not to produce heat.  One common issue is the thermostat setting. You’ll want to make sure the thermostat is set to a temperature appropriate to heat the desired spaces in your home. Another culprit is power; many times, a circuit breaker or the furnace on/off switch may need to be reset. Lastly, the pilot light may need to be reset to resolve this issue.

Ignoring Routine Furnace Maintenance Schedule

For your heating system to operate at its best from season to season, regular maintenance is essential.  During regular maintenance sessions, an HVAC technician will clean the entire interior and exterior of the furnace. They will also perform diagnostics to ensure there are no issues with the unit. Keeping up with a regular maintenance schedule helps you catch problems before they become costly heater repairs down the line.

If your furnace isn’t providing your home with the heat required to keep you and your family comfortable, the team at Tom Hundley Heating & Cooling is ready to help. They are the Tulsa Metro area’s leading HVAC expert. With over 36 years of experience, they have the right expertise to get your heating system back in working order. Call them at (918) 455-5993 to schedule an appointment. You can also visit the website for more information about the services available.