Before you break out your toolbox and put on your safety goggles, most furnace repair just takes a bit of common sense and exploration. Too often people assume if a complicated appliance is seemingly broken they are not capable of solving the problem and either must live without it, have it replaced at a great cost, or hire a professional for a small fortune. While you may have a big issue on your hands that is not within your capabilities to deal with, there are several easy furnace repair tricks you can use to save yourself some cash.If you're not getting any heat, you might start to panic and think the worst. Don't assume the heater has blown up, but start from the most basic problem to see if you can find a logical solution first. Check the thermostat and move it lower or higher, then wait for a moment to see if that ignites any activity.
If you have an older thermostat, you may wish to use an air-blower, such as the kind used on electronic equipment, to gently blow off any dust that may have accumulated and is sticking to the gears. If there is still no change, another way to troubleshoot is to check the circuit breaker. It may have tripped or need to be reset. If it is on, flip it off and on to give it a restart. If that still doesn't do the trick, you may need to relight the pilot light or replace some worn fuses. If you're unsure on how to do this, consult the instruction manual.Maybe the problem is your heater is not getting warm enough. One quick furnace repair that most people can do is replacing the filter. Over time, it gets dirty and the accumulation of dust will prevent it from providing maximum output. The air filter is a thin plastic frame that is usually located next to the blower. It will simply slide out in most models. It may also be hidden behind a screwed on panel, in which case you can simply undo it and then remove it. If it seems to be stuck and a bit of gentle wiggling won't move it, don't risk breaking it. If the filter is foam, it can be washed, dried, and replaced.
If it isn't too dirty, a quick vacuum may be enough. If the filter is made of paper or another material, you will have to replace it. Simply remove it by following the arrows printed on the frame or by referring to your instruction manual, place in a new one, then return back to its position. Have you noticed that the blower won't stop, even after your heater is shut off? A furnace repair that can be very handy is simply checking the thermostat. Sometimes they can be set to continuous which would cause it to keep moving until adjusted. If your thermostat lacks the option, you may need to replace the induction furnace Factory control switch for the furnace, a repair which is more complex and may well require professional help.
