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If your furnace starts giving you trouble this winter, it may be tempting to attempt DIY repairs. After all, there’s a wealth of information on the internet about appliance repairs. Although repairing furnaces may seem approachable, without the proper experience and training, they can be dangerous and cause further damage to your heating unit. This guide explains why you should never try DIY heating repairs.

3 Reasons Homeowners Should Avoid DIY Heating Repairs

1. Risk of Gas Leaks & Shocks

If your home has a gas furnace, any work on the lines should be handled by a professional. Even a small gas leak may lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. Larger leaks may flood a basement with flammable gas and create an explosion.

Electrical furnaces may short out or shock you if wires are frayed or broken. Without a voltage tester and other professional equipment, you could be endangering yourself needlessly.

2. Loss of Warranty

heating repairsMany manufacturers’ warranties on heating equipment have clauses that invalidate guarantees if a nonprofessional tinkers with a system. Even if you make what may seem like a minor repair, you could spend money on a replacement part if it’s no longer covered by the manufacturer. Keep the terms of your warranty intact by hiring only a licensed contractor for heating repairs.

3. Damage to Your Furnace

Your furnace has a lot of delicate moving parts. An inexperienced homeowner attempting repairs may unintentionally disrupt them. Additionally, using inferior replacement components increases the odds of another breakdown in the future. If you want to maximize the lifespan of your furnace, let an expert handle any needed heating repairs.

 

Homeowners in Chillicothe, OH, can count on Combs Heating & Cooling for heating repairs, new unit installations, and HVAC tuneups for every season. Their team has more than 20 years of experience, and they install high-quality Carrier® systems to keep your home comfortable. To learn more about their services, visit their website, or call (740) 772-2233 to schedule an appointment.

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