Your furnace isn’t just another appliance—it’s your home’s lifeline in the middle of a cold Vancouver winter. But like any hardworking system, it can run into trouble. And when it does, the worst thing you can do is wait.
At Eco Pro, we’ve seen it all. From mysterious cold spots to full system failures, we know exactly what warning signs to watch for before your furnace calls it quits. If you spot any of these 7 urgent red flags, it’s time to schedule furnace repair before you’re left in the cold.
You hear the furnace kick in. You relax. Then—boom—it shuts off. Minutes later, it tries again. And again.
This is called short cycling, and it’s a major problem. It’s often caused by a dirty flame sensor, preventing the system from staying lit. If left untreated, short cycling skyrockets your energy bill and puts extreme strain on your furnace, leading to costly breakdowns.
✅ Quick Fix: Try turning off the furnace and cleaning the flame sensor with a Scotch-Brite pad. If the problem persists, call Eco Pro before your furnace locks itself out completely.
Your thermostat is cranked up, but the heat barely trickles out of your vents. This means your blower motor is failing, preventing warm air from circulating properly.
If ignored, the heat exchanger can overheat and crack, leading to carbon monoxide leaks. This isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a safety hazard.
✅ Quick Fix: If you notice a burning smell or the blower motor feels extremely hot to the touch, turn off your furnace immediately and call a technician.
A sudden spike in your heating bill is one of the first signs of a struggling furnace. If your system has to work harder than usual to maintain the temperature, something’s wrong—whether it’s a clogged filter, malfunctioning thermostat, or failing motor.
✅ Quick Fix: Start with the basics. Change your furnace filter. If that doesn’t help, schedule a professional inspection before small issues turn into expensive repairs.
✅ Quick Fix: If your furnace starts sounding like a horror movie, turn it off and call Eco Pro immediately.
If your thermostat is set, but the furnace does nothing, a faulty inducer motor could be the culprit. This motor pulls toxic gases away from the burners, keeping your system safe. If it fails, your furnace won’t start at all.
✅ Quick Fix: If the motor is extremely hot to the touch, it’s likely burned out. A professional repair is needed.
Is your furnace constantly running, yet your home still feels like an icebox? This could indicate:
✅ Quick Fix: First, replace your filter. If that doesn’t work, your furnace may need a recalibration—or a full system tune-up.
If you’re constantly calling for repairs, your furnace is sending a clear message: it’s on its last legs. The older your system gets, the more expensive it becomes to maintain.
At some point, investing in a high-efficiency replacement saves you more money than patching up an old unit. Eco Pro’s experts can help you weigh your options and decide what makes the most financial sense.
✅ Quick Fix: If your furnace is 15+ years old and repairs are stacking up, it’s time to start planning for an upgrade.
If your furnace is 15+ years old and repairs are stacking up, it’s time to start planning for an upgrade. Wondering about the costs? Check out The Cost To Install a New Furnace in 2025? Everything BC Homeowners Need to Know for a detailed breakdown of pricing and factors to consider."
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