Why Your Furnace Could be Blowing Cold Air

You hear your furnace turn on and you’re expecting a comfortable blast of warm air, but instead all you get is cool air blowing. That’s not what you want in freezing temperatures!

There are a handful of reasons why your heating system could be putting off cold air. Stark Services is here with a few of them to help you detect the issue.

• Thermostat

It may seem silly, but the thermostat is where you should start. It’s the starting place for any furnace technician, too. Make sure the system is set to “auto as opposed to “on.” If the thermostat is set to “on” then your furnace will blow continually, even when it isn’t heating the air being released, thus blowing cold air. Turning it to “auto” will make sure the furnace only blows when it’s really heating the air to keep your home warm and cozy.

• Air Filter

Typically air filters need to be changed every month to keep them from getting dirty and clogged. If air filters aren’t swapped out often enough, the clogged air filter may impede airflow into your heating equipment. If this occurs, it can overheat your furnace, causing the furnace to stop heating as a safety measure.

• Duct Work

If your duct work includes leaks, connection problems, or was not designed correctly, it could allow warm air from the heating equipment to seep out. This would not only cause your heating system to blow cold air, it could significantly run up your utility bills since your heating system is heating non-living space, and will have to work overtime to keep your home comfortable.

 

There are multiple other reasons that your heating equipment could blow cold air. Call Stark Services today and we’ll send a professional to diagnose your issue and get your home warm and comfortable again in no time. If you have yet to turn on your furnace but don’t want to get left in the cold, call about our fall promotion and learn how you can save money on a heating tune-up.