We usually advise that you schedule furnace maintenance every 1-2 years (ideally once a year) and duct cleaning at intervals of 3 to 5 years for a smooth-running system and excellent indoor air quality.
How do I know if my furnace burner is dirty?
Signs Your Furnace Burners Might Be Faulty
Unsteady or Discolored Flames. A well-maintained furnace should produce a blue flame that burns steadily. Unusual Noises. All furnaces make some amount of noise during operation, but you should never dismiss loud or unusual sounds. Inadequate Heating Performance.
When should I replace my furnace burners?
If your burner has cracks in it, it is safest to replace it. Rust. If there is moisture buildup and poor air circulation within your furnace due to a lack of maintenance, small bits of rust can form on the burners, or on other metal surfaces that then flake off and land on the burners.
Do you need to clean furnace burners?
Cleaning your furnace burners is an important maintenance step for your furnace, and sufficiently dirty burners can actually stop your furnace from working at all! Ideally you should clean your furnace burners at the start of every cold season (when your thermostat will call for warm air).
Does a gas burner need to be cleaned?
Gas furnace burners need to be cleaned as part of regular furnace maintenance, but we don’t recommend for homeowners to do this themselves. Instead, rely on an experienced HVAC technician who knows what they’re doing to safely clean the burner.
How do I know if my furnace needs cleaning?
5 Signs it’s Time for a Furnace Cleaning
You’re Struggling to Get and Keep the Temperature You Want. Given that your furnace’s entire job is to warm your home, it’s frustrating when that isn’t happening. Strange Odors from the Furnace. Yellow or Orange Flame. Strange Noises from the Furnace. Reduced Indoor Air Quality.
What does furnace cleaning include?
What is Furnace Cleaning? Furnace cleaning involves only the individual components of the furnace itself—like the heat exchanger, the blower motor, the combustion chamber, burners, fan, etc. These are typically cleaned with the combination of high-pressured air and an industrial vacuum.
Can you vacuum your furnace?
If your furnace has ducts or vents, you can also clean these of dirt and dust by using a vacuum.
How long does it take to clean a furnace?
On average, a furnace cleaning will take 1.5 to 2 hours to professionally clean. But depending on the condition of the furnace, the size of the home extra time may be required to clean your furnace fully. A furnace cleaning and tune-ups includes: Inspect and clean heat exchanger for cracks or blocking.
