Did you know that the average furnace has a lifespan of 20-40 years? Even if you’re not close to the time when it needs to be replaced, an old furnace can still cause a lot of problems. And ignoring them can cause costly repairs.
Eventually, everyone has home furnace issues. Whether yours is acting up or is still running great, it’s important to know the warning signs that it isn’t in good health. Keep reading to learn 5 key reasons why your furnace could stop working.
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A Circuit Breaker Is Shut Off
The first thing to check is whether or not your furnace problems are due to a tripped circuit breaker. This could be a simple solution that is remedied by resetting the breaker. But if it keeps happening, hire a professional to see why the circuit keeps getting overloaded.
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Thermostat Troubles
The next area to look at when you have a malfunctioning furnace is the thermostat. You might have it on the cool setting rather than the heat setting, or need to replace the batteries. There’s…