The heater in your home is responsible for keeping you and your family warm. Because your heater is so important to your family’s comfort, it’s important to be able to see that there is something wrong with it. The sooner you call a Heating Contractor, like Horizon Services, to repair your heater, the sooner it will be running efficiently again.
Not Enough Heat
If you find that you are constantly adjusting your heater to keep it comfortable in your home, there is likely a problem with it. Also, if you find that some rooms are colder than others, you heater is having difficulty distributing heat properly throughout the entire house. When these things happen, it’s important to call a professional Heating Contractor as soon as possible.
Strange Noises
While it’s common for a heater to make some noise, it is not common for it to make certain noises. If you notice that your heater is making a whining, whistling, or thumping sound, you need to have it looked at. These sounds are not normal, and they could be the sign of one of many problems.
Strange Odors
If you have a gas heater, and it smells like gas when you turn it on, you should have it repaired immediately. If you allow the problem to persist, it can create hazardous conditions in your home.
Yellow Flame on the Pilot
When your furnace is working properly, the flame should be blue. If you notice that the pilot flame is yellow, there is a problem. Often times, this means that there is dirt in the burner. This can keep your heater from creating the proper mixture of gas and oxygen. This can turn into a serious gas leak, or worse.
Regular Heater Inspections
It’s very important to have your heater inspected at the beginning of each winter. If the technician finds something wrong with the heater, it can be repaired before the really cold weather approaches. If you have an old heater, chances are the technician would need to order the parts that are not functioning properly. This can take anywhere from a few days, to a few weeks. It is best to get this handled as early as possible.
Contact A Professional
If you notice (or believe) that something is wrong with your heater, you should contact a licensed Heating Contractor. The HVAC professionals at Horizon Services can get your heater in proper working condition.
