{"id":1625,"date":"2020-12-28T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-12-28T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/?p=1625"},"modified":"2020-12-22T09:06:37","modified_gmt":"2020-12-22T14:06:37","slug":"furnace-faqs-from-the-pros","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/heating-service\/furnace-faqs-from-the-pros\/","title":{"rendered":"Furnace FAQs from the Pros!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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This is the time of year our service professionals get a lot\nof calls regarding concerns over their furnace systems. We certainly encourage\nyou inquiring, since ignoring a potential problem could leave you with a safety\nhazard. This is especially true if you have an older (10-15+ years old) system,\nand\/or a gas-powered furnace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019d like to give you a quick reference guide though, with our most frequently asked questions, so that you have better peace of mind. Read on as we uncover the 2 most common questions we\u2019ve gotten this season as well as some general safety information to make sure you have a happy, safe winter ahead! <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Question #1:  Why Does My Furnace\nSmell?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not to answer a question with a question, but, did you just\nturn it on for the first time this year? When homeowners switch their furnaces\non after a year of non-use, it\u2019s natural for it to have a funny smell. That is,\nit\u2019s natural for a few days. Over the year, dust and debris can settle on the\ncoils and burners. So when your furnace is running and generating heat, this\ndust will burn off and create a potentially unpleasant odor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, if the smell persists 4-5 days or longer, it\u2019s definitely\ntime to give the folks at Kool Breeze a call! We\u2019ll inspect the unit and ensure\nthere\u2019s not something more insidious going on, such as an electrical issue or a\nmalfunctioning burner or heat exchanger. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question #2: Why Is There Black Dust on My Vents?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a number of factors that contribute to this dust\nbuildup\u2014candles burning, the use of warmers, and even pet hair. There\u2019s nothing\nto be concerned about! But, it can impact the efficiency and efficacy of your\nfurnace. So, <\/em>the best thing you can\ndo is give us a call and we\u2019ll do a thorough cleaning of your system, plus\ninspect your unit to ensure everything is functioning properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furnace Safety Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Have you scheduled maintenance yet for the season?\nProfessional, annual furnace maintenance allows our technicians to thoroughly\ninspect your entire furnace, inside and out. We\u2019ll clean it and check for any\nparts that need adjustment or repair. This will help ensure that your furnace\nis operating as it should and give you the peace of mind that your heater is in\ngood shape each and every year. Our number one safety tip would be just that\u2014schedule annual maintenance for your\nfurnace! <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It also pays to know the signs that you need furnace service\nand the signs you may have a CO leak (plus what causes a CO leak). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signs It\u2019s Time to\nCall for Furnace Service<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

First off, how old is your furnace? Furnaces beyond 15 years\nof age are typically on their way out as far as useful service life goes.\nBeyond that point, they become inefficient and can start accumulating harmful\nproblems like a cracked heat exchanger, which can lead to harmful CO leaks\n(more on that below). Other than old age, other signs you can watch out for\ninclude:<\/p>\n\n\n\n