Categories: HVAC

How to Tell If Your Furnace Is Overheating

Keeping tabs on your heating system is the first and most vital step in extending its service life and prolonging its performance. You should, for example, watch out for overheating in your furnace. If left unchecked, this issue can cause a breakdown in your heating system and necessitate an early replacement. But how exactly do you tell if your furnace is overheating? A leading provider of expert HVAC repair and indoor air quality solutions, Acker Heating & Cooling, shares what you need to know here.

The furnace is turning on and off repeatedly. This is called short-cycling, and it usually occurs due to restricted airflow in the furnace. When the air filters are clogged by dust and dirt or the vent registers are blocked by furniture, drapes or rugs, this can hamper the way your furnace distributes heating energy throughout your house. The strain this creates may cause the system to overheat and cycle on and off repeatedly. You can avoid all of these problems by replacing the air filters regularly and making sure the vent registers stay unblocked.

There are strange noises coming from the furnace. The furnace may overheat because there are issues with the furnace’s internal components. This is typically made evident by bumping or humming sounds coming from the system. To prevent complete mechanical failure, make sure to have your furnace checked immediately by a reliable heating repair and maintenance company like  Acker Heating & Cooling. 

You can smell something burning as the furnace runs. If you haven’t used your furnace for a long time and you start to smell a burning odor, this is probably just the accumulated dust burning off the system. But if the smell remains after 30 minutes, this usually indicates overheating in the furnace. Again, the best course of action is to call an HVAC professional who can accurately diagnose the problem and recommend the most effective solution.

Your Trusted Heating Company

In addition to professional air duct sealing, Acker Heating & Cooling can also handle your furnace repair and maintenance needs. Look no further for top-tier HVAC services that you’d be happy to recommend to a friend. We proudly serve Colbert, GA, and the Greater Athens area. Call us today at (706) 715-2607 or fill out this contact form to schedule your heating consultation. We look forward to hearing from you!

Bryan Acker

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