Why Your Furnace Could be Blowing Cold Air
You listen to your HVAC system start up and you’re anticipating a cozy blast of warm air, but instead all you get is cool air blowing. That’s not what you want in the freezing weather!
There are a handful of reasons why your heating equipment could be putting off cold air. Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is here with some of them to help you locate the problem.
- Thermostat
It could sound silly, but the thermostat is where you should start. It’s the starting point for any heating technician, too. Make sure the system is set to “auto instead of “on.” If the thermostat is set to “on” then your heating system will blow continually, even when it isn’t really heating the air being produced, thus blasting cold air. Changing it to “auto” will make sure the heating equipment only blows when it’s really heating the air to keep your home warm and comfortable.
- Air Filter
Typically air filters need to be changed monthly to avoid them from becoming dirty and clogged. If your filters aren’t swapped out often enough, the dirty air filter may restrict airflow into your furnace. If this occurs, it can overheat your furnace, causing the equipment to stop heating as a safety precaution.
- Duct Work
If your duct work includes leaks, connection issues, or was designed incorrectly, it could permit warm air from the heating system to seep out. This would not only cause your heating system to give off cold air, it could actually run up your heating bills since your furnace is heating non-living space, and will have to work more to keep your home warm.
There are many other reasons that your heating equipment could produce cold air. Call Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning today and we’ll send a professional to diagnose your malfunction and get your home warm and comfy again in no time. If you haven’t turned on your furnace yet but don’t want to get left in the cold, call about our fall promotion and ask about how you can save money on a Precision tune-up.
