Common signs your furnace needs professional repair.
Spotting problems early can prevent a complete breakdown and help keep your home safe and comfortable through the Ontario winter.
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If your furnace blows cold air or will not turn on, especially in freezing weather, it needs to be checked.
Loud or unusual noises
Banging, screeching, grinding or squealing usually points to a mechanical problem or a failing motor.
Frequent short-cycling
A furnace that turns on and off constantly without bringing your home up to temperature may have a serious malfunction.
Yellow or flickering flame
A healthy burner flame is steady and blue. A yellow or flickering flame can point to a cracked heat exchanger or a carbon monoxide leak.
Strong or unusual odours
A persistent burning smell or a sharp, sulfur-like odour means you should shut the system down and have it inspected.
Rising energy bills
If your heating costs climb with no change in how you use your home, your system may be losing efficiency.
What to do next
- Turn the system off if you notice an unusual smell or flame
- Call us and describe what you are seeing and hearing
- We will book a visit to diagnose the problem and explain your options
More help
See our furnace repair and air conditioning repair pages for more on how we can help across Richmond Hill and York Region.