If you’re thinking about whether or not your furnace is working properly, we have some insightful information that may help you understand if your furnace is operating safely. While these complex devices are built to last through all types of weather and rarely pose a threat to your home or family, fire hazards and carbon monoxide leaks do happen. And these issues can happen when you least expect them. Knowing what to look for at the first sign of trouble can make all of the difference between minor repairs and a costly replacement furnace.
Can an Emergency Furnace Repair Save Christmas?
Neglecting to conduct routine furnace maintenance and inspections can prove dangerous. Also, it goes without saying that your furnace breaking down in the middle of winter is just not an ideal situation. Especially if you have family or houseguests in town for the holidays.
Most HVAC companies offer emergency furnace repair no matter what time of the year it is. Albeit they tend to be busier during the colder months due to frigid weather. Don’t get stuck having to wear outdoor coats inside your home when the temperatures plummet. Contact your local HVAC technician for emergency furnace repairs if you suspect there is something wrong. Here is what to expect with emergency HVAC services and how it differs from a regular furnace repair call:
Immediate Response
Of course, any home service contractor wants to tend to as many clients as possible when they are needed the most. But it isn’t always possible, especially during a busy holiday season. That’s why they typically have an emergency service team standing by to respond at a moment’s notice.
Expense
Emergency furnace repair, or even emergency plumbing repairs, will cost you more than a scheduled service call. But the expense is often times an afterthought due to the nature of the problem. For instance, a carbon monoxide leak isn’t something you wait until the following week to get repaired. A broken furnace isn’t either, especially during the cold winter months. That is why it is absolutely essential that you keep up-to-date with furnace inspections and maintenance. That way you don’t have to pay a premium for emergency furnace repairs.
24/7 Service
Emergency furnace repair is called that for a reason. No matter if it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, or New Year’s Eve, emergency furnace technicians are on-call and ready to save your holiday from any unexpected heating mishap.
Signs You May Need Emergency Furnace Repair
Odd Noises Coming From Furnace
Do you hear a thumping, grinding, clanking, or popping, coming from your furnace? All of these sounds are cause for concern. The grinding may be due to your furnace motor not being properly lubricated, which could lead to larger problems if not fixed immediately. But that is a minor issue in comparison to a rumbling sound. If you begin to hear a rumbling sound after your furnace has completed a cycle, it may mean that fuel is still burning inside the unit. This is a fire hazard and should be taken seriously.
Strange Furnace Odors
While it isn’t strange to sometimes get a hint of a burning smell from your furnace, especially if you haven’t turned it on in many months, other odors could raise red flags. Any out of the ordinary odor coming from your furnace should be addressed immediately. It could mean there is a gas leak coming from your furnace, which is dangerous for your entire family and home. If you catch a whiff of that hard-to-ignore rotten egg smell, a faint hint of chemicals burning, or an acidic smell emitting from your furnace, call a professional. Gas companies intentionally add chemicals to natural gas so that residents have another way of detecting a gas leak. If this is happening to you, turn your furnace off, open all your windows and call an emergency furnace technician ASAP.
No Longer Adequately Heating Your Home
Obviously, this would prompt you to call an emergency HVAC repair company. If your furnace and HVAC system simply won’t warm your home, it is malfunctioning. Turn your furnace off and contact a licensed heating and cooling professional.
Furnace is Overheating
Most furnaces come equipped with a kill switch that will get triggered when your furnace overheats or is working too hard. If the sensor on that failsafe is broken and doesn’t know to automatically turn your furnace off when it overheats, it could turn into a larger problem. Furnaces that overheat can be dangerous and present a fire hazard if not handled quickly. Fixing this problem is rather simple, but if left unchecked, it could wind up being costly.
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Contact the Professionals at Village Plumbing and Air
Whether you need emergency furnace services or regular maintenance before the holidays, or you’re faced with a severe plumbing emergency like a frozen pipe, the professional plumbers at Village Plumbing and Air can help! We can be there day or night to handle any HVAC emergencies when you need us the most. Contact one of our customer service representatives today: 713-526-1491