As the seasons change, the more you feel the cool air gusting outside. And … inside your home? If your gas furnace is blowing cold air and giving a chill to your Logan home, it’s time to call Western Mechanical, Inc.. Once in a while a lack of warm air from your gas furnace results in a large repair, but many times it can be an easy fix. Here are several reasons your gas furnace may be blowing cold air instead of keeping your home toasty.
Your furnace might be overheating
If you haven’t had regular maintenance done on your gas furnace for some time and you’ve neglected to replace your air filter, each could signal why your furnace is blowing colder air. A dirty air filter can block air from flowing freely through your furnace. When this happens, the furnace could overheat and cause the burner to shut down.
Your pilot light may have gone out
It could be that a lack of warm air from your gas furnace can be related to something as simple as a pilot light that’s gone out. It’s possible, particularly with older systems, for a gust of air to extinguish a pilot light. Other factors when it comes to an extinguished pilot light are defective gas valves or a faulty thermocouple.
Your furnace is dirty
Just as a dirty air filter can cause issues for your gas furnace, so can other furnace components if they aren’t properly cleaned. A dirty gas burner or flame sensor could cause your furnace to fight to stay lit and not be able to bring warmth to your home.
Your ducts may not be properly sealed
If your ducts aren’t sealed properly or if they have any cracks or holes in them, you could be losing a lot of heated air before it can get to the vents.
No matter what the root of the problem is, Western Mechanical, Inc. in Logan can help you get your gas furnace up and running at an efficient level again. We can also help keep it running with ongoing, preventive maintenance. Call our experts at 435-753-5515 or arrange an appointment with us online and we’ll be there to help.