5 Most Common Furnace Problems

You probably don’t give your furnace much thought – until it fails. The good news is that many furnace problems are easy to correct. While it’s advisable to hire a professional when your furnace isn’t working properly, there are some issues that you may even be able to fix yourself. 1. Clogged or Dirty Filters Issue: Dirty or clogged air filters restrict airflow, causing your furnace to work harder than it needs to, making it less efficient. Solution: Regularly check...

The last thing you need is your furnace going out on you unexpectedly. The best way to avoid this is by scheduling routine maintenance for your heating system. At Larry & Sons, we understand that maintenance is a vague term, and you may not know what's included in your tune-up appointment, so our team is sharing all the tasks we complete to help you keep your furnace in good shape! Benefits of Annual Furnace Maintenance You should inspect, clean, and...

It can be worrisome to see puddles of water under your furnace. While we can diagnose the problem remotely, there are a few reasons why you might be seeing all that water. If this happens to you call us at Larry & Sons ASAP to prevent potential water damage to your home. Here are some reasons you may see water under your furnace: Condensation In high-efficiency furnaces, condensation usually leaks out of the furnace and into your floor drain. If...

As winter approaches, we get a lot of questions about the best and most efficient way to heat your home. While nearly all of us will eventually turn on our furnaces in Hagerstown soon, some people like to wait longer than others to do that. Here are some guidelines for when you might need and want to do that. How Much Space are You Heating? The answer to this question is key to determining whether you should use a space...

We have been getting a lot of calls from people who are wondering when they should replace their furnaces. Everyone knows that winter is coming, but not everyone knows when they need to get a new furnace before those cold winds blow. Here are some key signs you need to consider getting furnace replacement in Hagerstown. Consider a New Furnace When… Consider installing a new furnace before winter arrives if… Your furnace didn’t keep you warm last year. Even if...