A non-working furnace can occur at the start of the winter season when you turn on the unit for the first time or when temperatures have already plunged. In either situation, knowing what to do can eliminate stress and the amount of time you are without heat. The information below helps keep your family safe, warm, and secure in the event of a heating outage.

Check the Thermostat

Firstly, take a look at the thermostat. Make sure it's turned to the “heating” setting and that its temperature is properly set. This problem seems careless and silly but so often is the culprit of trouble for many homeowners. Checking out the thermostat is a simple solution that may very well resolve your issue before it causes any more stress or cold air to accumulate in your home. Additionally, check the electrical panel to make sure a fuse has not blown and the furnace itself to make sure the pilot light has not gone out. Aside from the issues above, pilot lights that have gone out cause problems for many homeowners.  

Lock-in the Heat

If the thermostat is properly set, the next step to take is to lock in the heat that currently is in the home. Do this by closing any windows that might be open and shut doors to rooms that are not being used.  Everyone should gather in a single room to stay warmer until the heat comes back on.  

Schedule a Heating Repair Appointment

Finally, schedule service with our HVAC experts. We’ll quickly diagnose the cause of trouble and make a fast, efficient repair at a cost you can afford. We understand how frustrating it can be when it's cold outside and the heat stops working. Rest assured we’ll resolve the problem in no time. We can also arrange regular maintenance service which can prevent future heating outages and headaches they cause.

Rice Heating and Air are a full-service HVAC Contractor headquartered in Alma, AR.  The company specializes in air conditioning repair, AC installations, indoor air quality systems, heating repair, and furnace installations. Rice Heating and Air are focused on helping homeowners and businesses stay comfortable year-round. We are your comfort experts.

Call us today for any of your heating and cooling needs.