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Pioneer Valley Environmental encourages area homeowners to schedule preventative furnace repair in Ludlow, MA. A proactive heating repair provides you peace of mind throughout the winter ahead. It can also save you money and help minimize your household’s carbon footprint.
That’s because a malfunctioning furnace can use significantly more fuel or electricity. A typical furnace rated at 80 AFUE could be operating at just 60% efficiency or less.
A spike in energy consumption is often among the earliest signs you need a furnace repair. That’s why it’s a good idea to track your energy use throughout the heating season and year to year. You can even upgrade to a system that does it for you, such as a smart thermostat.
Fuel-burning furnaces create toxic gases as a byproduct and need to vent them. One of the main concerns with malfunctioning fuel-fired furnaces is carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Check your CO alarms regularly, and replace batteries and detectors as needed. If an alarm activates, don’t ignore it. Call an HVAC professional to be safe.
Another heating repair problem to watch for is irregular cycling. A normal furnace cycle is 10 to 15 minutes, and a system should cycle two or three times per hour. If a furnace cycles on more frequently, it’s usually an airflow issue or overheating. Airflow issues can be caused by clogged furnace filters, blower malfunctions, and duct obstructions. Overheating is usually due to an electrical problem. When the furnace gets too hot, a safety mechanism trips it. The furnace eventually cools down and then turns back on, which explains the frequent cycling.
Long cycling is less common, and when it does occur, it usually indicates a problem with the heating controls. The thermostat in the home may be malfunctioning or need cleaning. It could be that the thermal sensor in the furnace itself needs calibration or replacement. In some cases, the furnace needs a deep clean. Over time, carbon deposits can build up on combustion equipment, including sensors and burners.
Pioneer Valley Environmental is an HVAC company that’s served Ludlow and the entire Quaboag Valley area since 1999. Our business is a proud member of the Service Nation Alliance. We complete all repairs to code and per manufacturers’ warranty requirements. Our repair technicians are on call 24/7 for emergency services. We also stand behind our repairs with robust warranties.
Pioneer Valley Environmental continues to be the top choice for professional furnace repair in Ludlow. If you need your furnace repaired, call us today or schedule your appointment online.
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