As the outdoor tem
peratures continue to plunge lower and lower, we are forced to remember that winter is on the way. With the arrival of the winter months, homeowners turn to the thermostat to provide comfort in their homes. If an oil furnace is the main source of heat in your home, be aware of some of the common problems and fixes that you may deal with!
No Heat – This issue could be as easy as low fuel and a broken fuel gauge or something as complex as leaks in the oil line. The first thing to do in this situation is check the common culprits, such as a non-functioning thermostat or manually checking the fuel level. If neither one of them seems to be the problem, you may want to consider calling a professional to make sure everything is in working order.
Smoking – If the burner in your oil furnace is smoking, it may be due to a clogged nozzle or even a lack of air. Your best bet is to contact an HVAC professional to ensure that there isn’t something serious going on within your furnace.
Noise – If your furnace is making sounds only heard in nature, it could be any number of things causing it. You could potentially have air in the lines, belt problems, or maybe something just wiggled itself loose on the furnace itself. Any noises out of the ordinary are cause for concern and should probably be looked into. If you’re not confident in your furnace troubleshooting abilities, contact a specialist.
For more information on common heating system issues and heating maintenance, be sure to check out our past blogs!
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Sources:
http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/heating-cooling/oil-furnace-trouble-shooting/#.
http://www.motherearthnews.com/diy/oil-furnace-repair-zmaz86jfzglo.aspx#axzz3IKRLpPbK
http://www.achrnews.com/articles/89402-causes-cures-for-common-oil-furnace-problems
