Furnace Not Turning On? Here Are ALL the Possible Causes
Is your furnace not turning on, leaving you in the cold? My detailed guide walks you through every potential issue, from thermostat problems to faulty components.
Furnaces
Guides about troubleshooting and maintaining your home’s central furnace system
Upflow vs Downflow Furnace – What’s the Difference?
Delve into the intricacies of upflow vs downflow furnaces. From their core operational differences to efficiency and installation nuances, this guide provides a comprehensive overview of your home’s heating choices.
Furnace Pressure Switch Stuck Closed? Here’s What to Do
When your furnace’s pressure switch remains closed, it’s not just an inconvenience—it’s a sign of a potential problem. This key component ensures your furnace operates safely, but what if it’s stuck in the closed position? In this guilde, I’ll dive deep into understanding the importance of the furnace pressure switch, how to identify when it’s malfunctioning, and the vital steps to take if it’s stuck closed.
Furnace Fuse Blown? Here’s What to Do
Struggling with a blown furnace fuse and cold home? This comprehensive guide takes you through a step-by-step process to pinpoint the cause of the blown fuse and fix it yourself. I’ll also go over all the different components that can cause a blown furance fuse.
Should You Turn Off Your Gas Furnace in the Summer?
When summertime comes, many people say goodbye to their gas furnaces and hello to their air conditioners. But what about the proper shutdown process for your gas furnace? Is that even required? If you have an older gas furnace with a pilot light, then you should turn off the pilot light and the gas supply to the furnace.
How to Reset Your Furnace – The Complete Guide
In this article, I’ll go over the steps you need to take to reset your furnace. I’ll also cover what furnace lockouts are, and how to diagnose furnace issues using its control board.
Furnace Keeps Turning Off? Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll go over a few different causes of a furnace that keeps turning off. I’ll also go over what you should do if your furnace keeps turning off.
Furnace Blowing Cold Air? Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll go over step-by-step instructions on what you should do if your furnace is blowing cold air. I’ll also cover the different things that you can try to fix your furnace on your own.
Furnace Making Noises? Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll go over all the different types of noises that a furnace makes and what they mean. I’ll also go over what you should do if you hear a noise coming from your furnace.
Gas Furnace Exhaust – Here’s What You Need to Know
In this article, I’ll go over what gas furnace exhaust contains, and if it can make you sick. I’ll also discuss what furnace exhaust smells like, and how to keep it out of your home.
Furnace Blower Not Working? Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll go over what you should do when your furnace’s blower won’t turn on. I’ll also go over the different parts that you should check, and how to diagnose common blower motor issues.
Single-Stage Versus Two-Stage Furnace – What’s the Difference?
In this article, I’ll go over how single-stage and two-stage furnaces work. I’ll also compare them against each other and discuss their pros and cons.
Furnace Leaking Water? Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll go over how to fix all the different types of furnace water leaks. I’ll also help you identify the source of the leak so you can fix it fast!
How Often Should You Change Your Furnace Filter?
In this article, I’ll discuss the factors that affect your air filter’s longevity. I’ll also go over how to know when it’s time to change your furnace filter.
Furnace Exhaust Pipes – Here’s What You Need to Know
In this article, I’ll explain what a furnace’s exhaust pipe is for. I’ll also discuss what factors you need to consider when venting a furnace, and how to identify a furnace by its exhaust pipe.
High Efficiency Furnace Venting – What You Need to Know
In this article, I’ll go over all of the factors that you need to consider when venting a high efficiency furnace. I’ll also talk about some of the tradeoffs of different venting systems.
Furnace Not Working? Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll cover 13 things that you should check if your furnace is not working. I’ll also go over some basic troubleshooting steps if your home’s heater is not turning on.
Furnace Pressure Switch Stuck Open? Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll go over what to do when your furnace’s pressure switch is stuck open. I’ll also cover how to troubleshoot your furnace’s pressure switch, and how to replace your furnace’s pressure switch.
Furnace Inducer Troubleshooting – Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll cover ALL of the possible issues that your furnace’s inducer fan can experience. From bad bearings, no power, and even what to do when it keeps turning on and off.
Furnace Flame Rollout Switch – Everything You Need to Know
In this article, I’ll go over the causes of a tripped flame rollout switch, and what you should do if your flame rollout switch is tripping. I’ll also explain how to test a flame rollout switch if you think yours is bad.
Furnace Flame Sensor – Everything You Need to Know
Is your furnace not heating your home? The most common reason is the flame sensor. In this article, I’ll go over the most important things that you need to know about your furnace’s flame sensor.
Furnace Gas Valve Stuck? Here’s What to Do
If your furnace is giving you heating issues, the gas valve may be the culprit. In this article, I’ll go over what you should check if your furnace is having gas supply issues.
Furnace Exhaust Vent Blocked? Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll go over what you should do if your furnace’s exhaust vent is blocked. I’ll also cover what happens if your exhaust vent is blocked, and what symptoms your furnace will exhibit with a blocked exhaust vent.
Furnace Tripping Circuit Breaker? Here’s What to Check
Did your furnace completely lose power? There’s a good chance that the circuit breaker tripped. In this article, I’ll go over the top 6 reasons why a furnace might trip its circuit breaker.
Furnace’s Control Board is Bad? Here’s What to Check
In this article, I’ll discuss what to check if your furnace’s control board is bad. I’ll also tell you how to replace a control board in your furnace.
Furnace Condensate Drain Clogged? Here’s What to Do
In this article, I’ll tell you what you should do if your furnace’s drain line gets clogged. I’ll also discuss what causes a drain line to get clogged in the first place– so you can prevent it from happening again!
Furnace High Limit Switch Tripping? Here’s What to Do
If your furnace’s high limit switch is tripping, then you’ll need to check for a few things. In this article, I’ll tell you what to do if your furnace’s high limit switch is tripped.
How to Check If Your Furnace Ignitor Is Bad
If you see that your furnace is not running at all, then there is a good chance that it is the ignitor. Follow these simple steps to check if your furnace’s ignitor is bad.
Furnace Maintenance Checklist – 8 Easy Steps
Preventive maintenance is important to keep your home’s heating system running correctly and efficiently. If you are a homeowner, it is important to be familiar with your furnace so you can catch problems before they happen.