Allergies are a nuisance that can affect some more than others, but there is a way to help reduce allergies in a home. Some years are worse than others for allergies, with this being a bad year for allergies, at least for me. Locally where I live, the dust and pollen in the air seem… Read More »
Chances are you have heard the term forced air heating, but what is forced air heating? Forced air heating is when air is heated and distributed through a home using ducts. The air can be heated by a gas furnace, an electric furnace, or a heat pump, and when a fan is put into the… Read More »
A gas furnace is made of many parts that can be broken down into their individual components. Each component will have a specific task, or the furnace will not operate correctly. Below are the main basic components for almost any gas furnace. Gas Furnace Components and Parts Explained Heat Exchanger When gas burns, it gives… Read More »
As an HVAC tech, I get many calls on furnaces that do not work with a wide variety of problems. One of the top problems and preventable is a dirty air filter which can cause many furnace issues. A common issue is a dirty filter block the airflow into the furnace, which causes it to… Read More »
Purchasing a furnace capacitor and installing it is easy to do and falls into the do-it-yourself category. Basic precautions need to be taken, mainly turning the power off to the furnace so as not to get shocked. Furnaces can fall into three categories when it comes to capacitors. Not have a capacitor at all. Some… Read More »
If you have a furnace that is leaking water, it’s likely because of a condensation drain problem. Condensation drains are located at the bottom of the A-coil, which is usually located at the bottom of the furnace but can sometimes be on the top. Why is My Furnace Leaking Water? A blocked condensation line in… Read More »
Goodman furnaces are good units that last many years with basic maintenance such as replacing the air filter. The filter should be replaced when it gets dirty to allow air to pass through the unit and into a home. If the filter becomes clogged with debris and no air can pass, it can cause an… Read More »
If the high limit switch in a furnace keeps tripping, the most common cause is a lack of airflow. When the air can not flow through the furnace, it heats up and trips the limits switch off. Why Does the High Limit Switch Shut Off the Furnace? The high limit switch is a safety feature,… Read More »
Furnace thermostat wiring falls in the DIY category that a handy type person can hook up or fix. Of course, if in doubt, be sure to call a professional. When working with a thermostat, the cover can be snapped off to expose the wiring. Before doing any work on the thermostat and wiring, take a… Read More »
If your furnace needs a new control board, the average cost for an HVAC technician to install it is $400-$700. If you are a DIY type of person, furnace control boards can be bought online for $50-$250, depending on the furnace. Can I Replace My Own Furnace Circuit Board? Doing it yourself is very tempting… Read More »