How to Tell if Your Furnace is Short Cycling

With the days already colder, households all over the country are turning on their furnaces to keep their homes warm. Unfortunately, there’s a chance that your heater is suffering from an issue called short cycling. What is short cycling, and what can you do to fix it? As one of the best home air conditioning companies in the area, we’re here to give you a rundown on this problem.

What is Short Cycling?

Short cycling is a common problem with appliances that are partially automated. Your furnace has to run for a certain amount of time in order to properly heat up your home. If it’s short cycling, the furnace will turn off sooner than necessary. This causes the temperature to drop, triggering the furnace to start up again. Since power cycling consumes a lot of energy, this problem makes your furnace less energy efficient. Plus, it also leads to more wear and tear on your system.

Faulty Furnace

Short cycling can be caused by a problem in the main heater unit. That being said, it’s important to call one of the best home heating companies in your area to have your unit checked for signs of damage. Leaks, corrosion, worn-out parts and other issues can trigger short cycling, so it’s best to have the situation assessed by someone with experience.

Broken Thermostat

Your furnace may be in perfect shape yet still suffer from short cycling if the thermostat controlling it is broken. Old or defective thermostats can give inaccurate readings that trigger your furnace to turn off sooner than it’s supposed to. While fixing a malfunctioning thermostat is an option, it’s better to upgrade to the latest model for increased accuracy and convenience and more energy-efficient features.

Check the Insulation

Problems with insulation can prevent the home from maintaining a constant temperature. If warm air keeps leaking out, the furnace will have no choice but to cycle more frequently. Have one of the best HVAC companies in the area take a look at your home’s insulation, beginning with the attic and following up with the air ducts, windows and walls.

Let us help you get rid of short cycling for a warm and comfy home. Stone Heating and Air is the leading home exterior contractor in Central Point, OR, and nearby areas. You can call us at (541) 203-2399 or fill out our contact form to request a quote.

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