If your home is heated with a furnace, cracks or other damage in a component called a Heat Exchanger are a serious and dangerous risk. In this blog post, we're going to tell you what a furnace's Heat Exchanger is, what you might be experiencing if there is damage, the risks involved, and what you can do.
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What is a Heat Exchanger?
A heat exchanger is a metal chamber or coil located inside your furnace. It's a crucial component that transfers heat from the combustion process to the air that flows through your home’s ductwork. A properly functioning heat exhanger keeps harmful combustion gases like carbon monoxide separate from the air that you breathe.
Over time, the repeated heating and cooling cycles can cause the metal in the heat exchanger to expand and contract. This natural wear and tear can lead to cracks, which compromise the safety and efficiency of your furnace.
The Dangers of a Damaged Heat Exchanger
A cracked heat exchanger can allow harmful gases, including carbon monoxide, to escape into your home’s air supply. This is the last thing you want your family breathing. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include:
- Dizziness
- Chest pain
- Confusion
- Loss of consciousness
- Fatigue
(If you think you're suffering from signs of carbon monoxide poisoning, seek professional medical help.)
Rectifying a damaged heat exchanger is crucial for the safety of your home.
Signs of a Damaged Heat Exchanger
Signs that your heat exchanger is damaged might include:
- Health symptoms from breathing carbon monoxide (e.g., nausea, dizziness, fatigue)
- Soot
- Yellow or flickering flame
- Unpexpected increases in your power bill
- Frequent furnace repairs
Conclusion
Your safety is our top priority. That’s why we’re offering a free heat exchanger inspection to ensure your furnace is operating safely and efficiently. This no-cost inspection is a simple way to gain peace of mind and avoid potentially costly or dangerous issues down the line.
Engle Services offers FREE Heat Exchanger Inspections in Sylacauga, Talladega, Shelby County (Hoover, Chelsea), Alabaster, Pell City, Dadeville, Wetumpka, Montgomery and all their surrounding areas.
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