As the seasons change, you will likely be relying on your furnace to keep your home warm and cozy. However, if you have issues with your heating system, you might experience service interruptions that make the home uncomfortable without prompt furnace repair. Here are several problems that many homeowners experience with their heating systems. 

When Should You Schedule Furnace Repairs?

1. Unusual Odors

When you run your furnace for the first time, you may detect smoky odors, which come from dust burning off the heating element. While this is common because the appliance has been dormant, you should not experience persistent burning smells. If you do, the motor on your furnace may be overheating. On the other hand, if you smell an odor resembling rotten eggs, your furnace may have a gas leak, which is a significant fire hazard.

2. Clogged Filters

Furnace filters remove dirt, dust, and pollen from the intake air before the system heats and circulates it throughout your space. Because of this, they will collect debris that prevents air from flowing easily. Your unit must then use excessive power to condition the home, resulting in frequent cycling and elevated utility bills.

3. Loud Noises

When running normally, you shouldn’t hear more than a dull roar from the furnace. However, a booming noise may occur when gas builds up in the reservoir and the ignition is slow to light it. Rumbling could indicate a leak in the heat exchanger, allowing carbon monoxide to enter your space, which is toxic in high amounts. If you notice any of these issues, schedule furnace repair immediately to ensure the safety of the home.

4. Faulty Thermostat Sensor

Thermostats contain digital thermometers that register the temperature of your indoor air. Based on these readings, they send a message to your furnace to engage or disengage to reach the desired temperature. However, if your home air doesn’t get warm enough or becomes too hot, the thermostat sensor may be too close or far away from the heating element, resulting in inaccurate readings.

If your furnace shows any of these warning signs, contact Lenox Heating & Cooling. This heating contractor provides furnace repairs and replacements to clients throughout Ross County and Chillicothe, OH. Call (740) 702-2665 to get an estimate on furnace repairs, and visit the website to learn more about how their preventative maintenance agreement will keep your property comfortable.