{"id":1098,"date":"2018-11-26T11:00:44","date_gmt":"2018-11-26T16:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.atlanticrefrigeration.com\/blog\/?p=1098"},"modified":"2018-11-20T14:54:44","modified_gmt":"2018-11-20T19:54:44","slug":"common-furnace-issues-you-dont-want-to-ignore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atlanticrefrigeration.com\/blog\/heating-service\/common-furnace-issues-you-dont-want-to-ignore\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Furnace Issues You Don\u2019t Want to Ignore"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"turtle-neck-man-experiences-furnace-issues\"It begins with a sudden spike in your heating bill. Or maybe you\u2019ve noticed some strange behavior, such as odd noises or strange operation. These are just a few of the ways that your furnace might begin showing a need for repairs. But, the sooner you spot these issues, the sooner you can get them fixed\u2014before they turn into a full-on emergency.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll keep you on top of it with a list of some common heating repair problems. If you notice any of them, don\u2019t hesitate to call a heating repair expert in Delaware, DE<\/a> to get a professional opinion. The sooner you have these problems taken care of, the better.<\/p>\n

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Short-Cycling<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ll start with short-cycling because it\u2019s potentially one of the worst.<\/p>\n

Many times, a short-cycling furnace is an indication that the furnace is too big for the home it was installed in. The overpowered unit will heat the home too quickly, thus giving a false-reading to the thermostat. That will cause it to end the heating cycle, only to start another cycle (and this will happen over and over again). Not only is this hard on your system, but it will also prevent the home from actually heating up!<\/p>\n

It would be unusual to have short-cycling happen suddenly to a furnace that has already been in your home for some time. In that case, the issue could be happening due to a clogged air filter. Luckily, all you have to do is replace the air filter.<\/p>\n

Operational Problems<\/h2>\n

The furnace isn\u2019t starting? It could be due to problems with the pilot light or igniter. Older systems will still use a pilot light, and it\u2019s possible that it needs cleaning or replacement. Modern systems use an igniter that turns red hot\u2014and it\u2019s not unlikely that this piece can break after several years of use.<\/p>\n

If the furnace starts but doesn\u2019t stay on, you might be having an issue with the limit switch. The limit switch is not the problem, but rather, it could be that your furnace is overheating and causing the switch to trigger. A clogged air filter might be blocking airflow and causing the unit to become too hot.<\/p>\n

Cold Spots in Rooms<\/h2>\n

Uneven heating throughout the home isn\u2019t uncommon with furnaces, but it\u2019s certainly not something you need to put up with. Getting to the bottom of this issue can take the trained eye of a professional, but a few potential causes could include:<\/p>\n