January 25, 2022

Top 5 Furnace Problems

The Schomburg Heating and Cooling team has decades of experience in furnace repair. If your furnace is making a funny noise, producing an odd smell, or simply not creating heat, give us a call. Our technicians are on call 24/7 because we know that being without heat on cold winter nights is not an option.


Problems We Encounter While on Service Calls

Here are some of the most common types of furnace problems that we encounter. 

Frequent Cycling

There are a couple of things that might cause your furnace to turn on and off frequently. Whether it is caused by a problem with improper airflow or a bad thermostat, we can help you with frequent cycling.


Constantly Blowing Fan

While some customers call us out because their furnace is frequently cycling, others hire us because their furnace is constantly blowing. This may be caused by a faulty limit switch, which our technicians can fix for you.


Malfunctioning Thermostat

Perhaps all that is wrong with your furnace is that the thermostat is not working correctly. Schomburg crews can fix this problem and teach you how to use the updated model.


Problems with the Pilot Light

Some furnace problems should not be ignored. For example, a flickering or yellow pilot light could mean excess carbon monoxide. 


Cracked Heat Exchanger

With regular maintenance, some furnace problems, such as a cracked heat exchanger, could be avoided. 

 


What You Need to Know About Furnace Repairs

 

While we have given you a list of common furnace problems and a quick idea of what may have caused them, there’s more you need to know about furnace repairs.


1.   Don’t wait to call for help.

The problem with your furnace isn’t going to go away magically. Please call an area HVAC company as soon as you notice an issue. Sometimes a faulty furnace can produce a dangerous situation. 


2. Furnace repairs aren’t always expensive.

Some homeowners and business owners resist calling us to complete furnace repairs because they think fixing the problem will be expensive. This isn’t always true. Also, our crews will let you know the cost of the repairs before we get to work – so you can decide whether to proceed or consider furnace replacement.


3. Repairing your furnace isn’t a good DIY project.

Our technicians are highly trained and stay current with new advances in the HVAC industry. It would be a mistake to try to fix your expensive furnace by following the advice of some guy off of a YouTube video.


4. Professional furnace maintenance will extend its life. 

Do you want your furnace to last as long as possible? Then change the filter regularly and join Schomburg’s Comfort Club. This maintenance program will also put you at the top of the list if something goes wrong with your furnace this winter. 

5. Schomburg Heating and Cooling furnace repair crews are ready to serve you.

Schomburg Heating and Cooling hires the best furnace repair specialists in St Joseph Mo, Platte City Mo & Surrounding Communities. We are ready to serve you. Call 816-238-0032 for help if something is wrong with your furnace.


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