There are a variety of heating problems that can occur in the winter, and these problems can be annoying and unsafe for your family. Care Temp Heating and Air Conditioning, a leading heating repair services company in Ocean County, NJ, want their customers to know at what point they should reach out to a professional so they can have a warm, cozy, and safe winter.
Carbon Monoxide Leaks
Carbon Monoxide is a deadly gas that is tasteless, odorless, and colorless, making it very difficult to distinguish without a CO detector. CO leaks are most prevalent in furnaces that are 10 to 15 years old since that’s the age the heater starts to rust and possibly crack.
If your furnace is approximately a decade old, we advise having it inspected by a technician to determine if it’s time for a replacement or needs small repairs. If your carbon monoxide detector alerts you of a leak, call us immediately.
Inconsistent Heat Cycling
Heat cycling lowers the effectiveness of your system and as a result, increases your utility bills.
This issue can be caused by a dirty filter or blower, or the result of a malfunctioning thermostat. Severely clogged filters may have created lasting damage within your furnace and require the help of a professional. We urge customers to call a professional for thermostat issues, as performing these repairs on your own is very difficult and you could end up damaging your system.
Lack of Heat
Reasons behind the loss of heat could be the loss of power to the furnace, a malfunctioning pilot light, or a broken ignition system. These issues all require the assistance of a professional as they are too complicated for a homeowner to repair on their own.
Noises
Furnaces or heaters can make various sounds due to problems within the unit. If you hear noises such as whistles, rattles, or clanging – we advise calling a heating repair professional to find and fix the problem safely.
Dry Air
If your home has oddly low humidity caused by winter air – it can be irritating and make your skin feel uncomfortably dry and itchy. Dry air holds less heat, and as a result, it may take more for your home to be warm. An experienced heating technician can install a whole-home humidifier in your HVAC system to create even moisture levels throughout your home.
For over 20 years, we here at Care Temp have been committed to providing the best heating services to our customers in Ocean, Monmouth, and Middlesex County, New Jersey. To schedule a heating repair service at your home in Toms River, NJ, call (855) 788-TEMP.