The furnace is one of the most popular of all home heating systems, which will come as no surprise to anyone that has ever basked in the consistent, reliable comfort that such heating systems allow for. They can use a variety of fuels in their operation, including natural gas, propane, or simply electricity, and their method of forced air heat distribution means that they can heat homes as promptly as they do effectively. For all of their pros, though, you must remember that even the furnace is not perfect. You are going to need furnace repairs in Ludlow, VT eventually. Keep your eyes out for signs of trouble—or, in the event of a burning odor, your nose.

3 Potential Causes of Your Burning Odor

The fact of the matter is that, while a burning odor may not indicate the need for serious repairs, there is really no way in which to know for certain what the issue is without the input of a trained professional. That is why you must contact us as soon as you smell a burning odor when running your furnace. You don’t want to risk damaging your system, or even an unsafe situation in your home.

1. Dust could be to blame for your burning odor, and this is something of a best case scenario. Depending upon when you had your system serviced for the year, there may have been enough time for dust to build up on the burner. When the furnace starts up for the first time, it may burn away this dust. It shouldn’t be an ongoing situation, though.
2. Overheating components could also be to blame, and this is a more major concern. Often this problem develops with the fan motor if the air filters in the system are clogged up. Forcing air through them becomes taxing, and the motor can overheat, generating the burning odor.
3. Electrical problems are another potential source of the problem, and among the most serious. Needless to say, you must have this problem resolved immediately in order to avoid fire risks in your home. We will get to the bottom of the problem in order to resolve it completely.

Schedule furnace repairs with the pros here at HB Energy Solutions.

 

Tags: Furnace Repair, Ludlow
Monday, February 8th, 2016 at 11:00 am | Categories: Heating |