Why is My Furnace Constantly Running? Bartlett Heating and Air Has the Answer.

The cold weather we are used to seeing in winter has come back after the mild temperatures we faced as of late. This means your furnace will be running more than it had been the last couple of weeks. When it is really cold outside your furnace will be running more but it should not be running non stop. If it is running non stop there can be various issues with your furnace that need to be addressed.The furnace running constantly can cause excess wear and tear on the motor which can cause it to go bad earlier than normal so make sure you get it fixed right away. Here are some common reasons the furnace might be running constantly. Your air flow can be restricted by the ducts that are inadequate, leaking, or damaged. Air flow can also be restricted due to dirty filters. You may have an issue with your thermostat. Make sure your thermostat is set on auto so it controls it adequately. If you have it on the on position it will run constantly. Your thermostat can also be faulty which can cause the furnace to run constantly. Check to make sure the thermostat is working correctly.  Your internal settings may be set wrong. If you have the internal setting set to low it will make the furnace run constantly and wear down your motor. Having the right sized furnace is important. If your furnace is undersized for your home it will run longer to keep up with the demand of the thermostat. How many vents you have opened and closed will determine how your furnace may run. Closing too many vents affects the running cycle of the furnace so you want to make sure that you have more open than closed vents. There are also other issues that may cause your furnace to run constantly such as your bower being clogged, your blower needing lubrication or your furnace may just be too old to properly do its job to heat your home. These are some of the reasons that your furnace is running constantly. It is recommended that you have a qualified professional like the ones at Bartlett Heating and Air clean and repair your furnace because of the injury hazard that comes with it. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to have us come out and repair your furnace.