Nothing is better than retreating into a warm, comfortable home during a brisk winter. However, this may not be a reality for you should your heater be on the fritz. While some issues are obvious, it can be difficult to tell what causes a problem with your heater in some instances.
Fortunately, there are tips homeowners can implement to troubleshoot a malfunctioning heating system. This blog discusses helpful suggestions for determining an issue with your heater, letting you return to enjoying its warmth in peace.
Troubleshooting Tips for When Your Heater Isn’t Working
Issues with your heater can strike when you least expect it. To prevent going without the heat, you must familiarize yourself with ways to diagnose the specific problems. Some troubleshooting tips you can attempt yourself include:
Check Your Thermostat Settings
You may not realize when your thermostat is faulty, so a good first step is to check its settings to ensure they are programmed to your desired temperature. If your thermostat isn’t responding, it may need new batteries or a total replacement. In other cases, it may be set to the incorrect temperature, and switching it back to the right one is an easy fix.
Change or Replace the Air Filter
A dirty air filter is a common contributor to heating issues. Clogged filters prevent your system from delivering adequate airflow to your home, so ensure that disposable filters are swapped out every one to three months or that permanent filters are cleaned off regularly.
Check the Power Switch
While this may seem like a no-brainer, something might have accidentally flipped the power switch to the “off” position. Simply flipping it back to the “on” position should restore power to your unit.
Remove Debris From Vents
Dirt, debris, and other obstructions can hinder your heater’s ability to function correctly. To combat this, removing all blockages from your exhaust vents, chimney exhaust flue, or ducts will guarantee air can flow as intended.
Flush the Drain Lines
When your unit runs often to keep your home warm, it can drain gallons of water daily. If the drain lines become filled with sediment buildup or mold, your unit will shut down. If your drain hose is blocked, remove the hose and flush it after letting it sit for a few minutes with a mixture of bleach and water.
Choose Masters Heating & Cooling for Heating Services Today
Since 1980, Masters Heating & Cooling has provided the Northeast Indiana community with exceptional heating services they can rely on. We offer upfront pricing and financing options, and a team of licensed, insured, and NATE-certified technicians completes all our work. We are a proud Carrier Customer Specialist with experience servicing all brands, so we’re confident that we will always have a solution for you!
Masters Heating & Cooling is here to ensure you have access to reliable heat all winter long. Schedule an appointment with our team today!
