The heating and cooling system in your home will usually work reliably with maintenance. However, unexpected issues can occur occasionally. When this happens, you may struggle to know how urgent the problem is. While some issues can wait until the weekend, the following requires emergency HVAC service.

What Problems Need Emergency HVAC Service?

1. Gas Leak

Natural gas is odorless, but a chemical is added to give it a scent and make it detectable. Therefore, if you notice a smell of rotting eggs, leave your home and call for emergency HVAC service. You should also have a carbon monoxide detector installed in your home to alert you to this problem. Gas leaking from your furnace can cause breathing difficulty and headaches. Long-term exposure comes with even more severe health risks. 

2. Circuit Breaker Keeps Tripping 

All of your electric appliances are connected to circuit breakers, which are meant to flip if they become overloaded. This is to avoid risking a fire. If your breaker is repeatedly tripping, don’t just keep resetting it. You need to find out the cause of the problem. It can sometimes be a simple issue like a clogged filter reducing airflow and forcing the system to work too hard. However, have a professional take a look in case there is a loose wire or component failure.

3. Burning Smell

A burning smell could indicate frayed wiring or a failing motor. Left unattended, either of these issues is a fire hazard. Turn your system off at the master switch and call for emergency HVAC service immediately. 

If you notice any of these danger signs, contact Combs Heating & Cooling in Chillicothe, OH, for emergency HVAC service. Having served Waverly, Chillicothe, and Circleville for more than 10 years, this fully licensed and insured business offers everything from furnace and air conditioning repairs to geothermal system installation. Visit them online to learn more about their offerings. Call (740) 772-2233 to set an appointment.