When the wintertime hits, our furnaces are our home’s best friend. They keep us warm throughout even the coldest of winter nights. Nevertheless, when they cease functioning, things get serious pretty quickly. A lot of times, furnaces won’t turn on because they have been down for a long while. But this isn’t always the problem. Below we discuss some prime reasons why your furnace might not kick on.
Why My Furnace Isn’t Turning On
Thermostat Problems
Thermostats are one of the most common reasons for why furnaces won’t turn on.
But there are some things you can do to examine this problem. First, make certain your thermostat is placed on the “heating” setting. If you have it set to “fan,” your system won’t be blowing any warm air through your vents. Secondly, there’s a chance it’s defective wiring. If you believe this is the case, please be sure to call a professional before going any further. The last common reason we will discuss is that your thermostat could simply be too old. You might need a new one installed. If you contact an expert, they can put a new thermostat in and demonstrate to you how it works. Here at Beavercreek Heating & Cooling, we can install a pre-bought thermostat for you at an affordable price! Give us a call!
Circuit Breaker Tripped
When circuit breakers trip, it indicates too much power is going into a part. The breaker is not capable of handling all the electricity going through it. So, it cuts the power off so that your system does not overheat, producing more damage. It is intended to trip, helping to stop the wires from overheating and producing a fire. Allow an expert to examine bad circuit breakers because if not done properly, serious issues can happen.
Pilot Light Is Out
To decide if this is an issue you can resolve on your own, check beneath your furnace to determine if the blue pilot light is still lit. If it’s not on, you might be able to light it again with a lighter. If trying to light the pilot does not solve the problem, we suggest you contact a professional.
Not Enough Power
If your HVAC system is not getting adequate power to run it correctly, a few different wiring issues could be to blame. We strongly recommend you do not touch it and give us a call. A single wire out of place can cause problems for a unit and shorten its lifespan.
Not Enough Gas
Having your gas on only a portion of the way is more detrimental for your furnace than having it entirely turned on. Some homeowners believe that keeping it on halfway is beneficial, but it is, in fact, worse for the life of your unit. It can reduce your unit’s life and can be a serious safety hazard. It should be either all the way on or all the way off.
Condensation Issues
Your furnace’s condensation pan accumulates excess water when the reservoir is full. If the pan is full, it will turn off your unit completely. The water is then drained. Once this happens, a furnace will not attempt to restart itself for safety purposes. Look for a trusted pro for help if you do not know where the pan is located or if it keeps filling up at a surprisingly fast rate.
If you have any further questions regarding why your furnace is not coming on, give Beavercreek Heating & Cooling a call today at 937-708-8527 or schedule an appointment now online at www. beavercreekheatingandcooling.com/schedule-now/.
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