If you feel cold air blowing out of the vents in your home when the furnace is on, it can leave you scratching your head as to why. There are several reasons you may be experiencing this. Some of these problems can be solved on your own and others will require the help of professionals. It is important to know some troubleshooting tips that can help you determine whether or not you need to call the pros. New York Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing is here to talk about some of the problems that could be causing your furnace to blow cold air.

Common Furnace Problems You Can Fix

There are some things you can do to hopefully get your furnace back up and running when you find it blowing cold air.
– Check the Furnace Filter: The filter in your furnace plays and essential role in keeping the air flowing and your furnace running. With a dirty filter, it won’t get the right amount of airflow and can cause cold air to come out of your vents.
– Check the Thermostat: Sometimes, the thermostat settings get messed up and need to be reset. Make sure the heat is actually turned on first of all. You also need to ensure the fan hasn’t been turned on. If this is the case, your fan will be blowing continuously, and the air will more often than not be cold.

When Should You Have Your Furnace Professionally Repaired?

There are a certain number of problems that you should always leave up to professionals.
– Clogged Condensate Line: The condensed liquid that is a byproduct of your high efficiency furnace, needs to be drained. Sometimes, there may be a clog in the condensate drain line and it will lead to problems. You will more than likely notice that there is water leaking around the furnace if this is the problem.
– Pilot Light Lit: Your pilot light needs to be lit for your furnace to function. If there are problems getting it lit, you could run into issues as well. Sometimes, there is a buildup of soot and dirt that cause the light to go out, and others, the problem is caused by a malfunctioning thermocouple.
– Insufficient Gas Supply: If your furnace is powered using natural gas, this gas supply needs to be plentiful. An insufficient gas supply could be caused by a gas line that has been shut off for some reason or a gas valve that is closed.

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If you’re having problems with your furnace, you can turn to New York Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing to help you get the problem fixed. Our team of highly qualified technicians will be able to get your furnace back up and running in no time at all. We will diagnose the problem and work to get it solved as soon as possible. You can rely on us to keep your home warm no matter how cold the weather is outside. Call us today!