{"id":635,"date":"2019-12-02T11:00:53","date_gmt":"2019-12-02T16:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.accomfort.us\/blog\/?p=635"},"modified":"2026-09-26T12:32:56","modified_gmt":"2026-09-26T16:32:56","slug":"common-furnace-heating-repairs-may-need","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.accomfort.us\/blog\/heating-service\/common-furnace-heating-repairs-may-need\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Furnace Heating Repairs You May Need"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Heating isn\u2019t as important to our home comfort in Katy, TX as it is in more northern areas. In fact, we still get plenty of use from our air conditioning systems through the winter. But if you have a furnace, either gas or electric, in your house, you\u2019ll still have it running a few times during the season. We recommend you keep a close watch on your furnace\u2019s performance so you\u2019ll know when it\u2019s time for heating repairs in Sugar Land, TX<\/a>. We have skilled HVAC technicians who can take care of any fixing your furnace needs to stay reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below we\u2019ve listed the most common kinds of furnace repairs you may run into. We hope this helps you enjoy better heating during this coming season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Loose wires<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Electric furnaces are found in many homes, and the good news about electric furnaces is that they tend to need fewer repairs over their service lives than gas furnaces. But they do have some specific problems, such as when wires come loose because of the shaking of the air handler. A loose wire will usually cause a short and trip a circuit breaker. Don\u2019t keep resetting the circuit breaker\u2014call for repairs and let us have the wiring fixed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Broken sequencer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s another electric furnace repair issue. The sequencer is the component that staggers the activation of the multiple electric heating elements in the electric furnace so they don\u2019t come on at once and overload the electrical panel. If the sequencer breaks, not all the heating elements will turn on, or none of them turn on, or all of them turn on at once. You don\u2019t want any of these situations to occur, and our technicians can simplify the issue by replacing the sequencer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Failed electronic ignition system<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Modern gas furnaces no longer use a standing pilot light to light the burners. Instead an electronic ignition system creates a spark to light them or heats up filaments like a light bulb to do the same job. The ignition system can fail, much light a light bulb, and the furnace\u2019s safety precautions will stop the burners from turning on. If your gas furnace simply won\u2019t turn on, you may need have to have our experts put in a new ignition system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loss of connection to the thermostat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This can happen to any type of furnace (or heating or AC system). A set of wires run from the thermostat to the furnace to activate the burners, the blower fan, or the heating elements. If the connection to the electric board is lost, the thermostat won\u2019t be able to make any adjustments. The furnace may not turn on or may not turn off. Don\u2019t try to diagnose if the problem is with the thermostat or another part\u2014call our experts to find out what\u2019s wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We cannot stress enough how important it is to only call licensed technicians to repair your furnace. It doesn\u2019t matter if it\u2019s an electric or gas furnace, the only people who can do the job accurately and safely are trained professionals like ours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Question: What furnace problems commonly require professional repair?<\/strong>
<\/strong>Answer:<\/strong> Furnaces can develop several problems that require professional attention, including electrical issues, ignition failures, thermostat problems, and damaged internal components. Electric and gas furnaces may experience different types of failures, so a qualified HVAC technician should inspect the system to identify the cause and recommend the correct repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question: Why does my furnace keep causing the circuit breaker to trip?<\/strong>
<\/strong>Answer:<\/strong> If your furnace repeatedly trips the circuit breaker, there may be a loose wire, short circuit, or another electrical problem inside the system. Continually resetting the breaker does not fix the underlying issue. An HVAC professional should inspect the furnace and repair the electrical fault before the system is used again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question: How does a faulty sequencer affect an electric furnace?<\/strong>
<\/strong>Answer:<\/strong> A sequencer controls the order in which an electric furnace\u2019s heating elements turn on. If it fails, the heating elements may operate incorrectly, turn on at the wrong time, or fail to activate at all. Replacing the damaged sequencer can help restore proper and reliable furnace operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question: Why is my gas furnace not igniting?<\/strong>
<\/strong>Answer:<\/strong> Modern gas furnaces typically use electronic ignition systems rather than standing pilot lights. If the ignition system fails, the furnace\u2019s safety controls may prevent the burners from turning on. When your furnace will not ignite, a qualified HVAC technician can inspect the ignition system and determine whether repair or replacement is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question: Can a thermostat problem prevent my furnace from working properly?<\/strong>
<\/strong>Answer:<\/strong> Yes. The thermostat communicates with the furnace through electrical wiring that controls components such as the burners, blower fan, or heating elements. If this connection is lost, the furnace may fail to turn on or shut off properly. Professional diagnosis can determine whether the thermostat, wiring, or furnace is causing the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At AC Comfort, your comfort is our business! Call us when you have heating repair needs.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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