If your heating system continuously trips its circuit breaker, it may be time to have it checked out. Although this is somewhat common for HVAC systems, it’s important to address it before it becomes a serious problem. Proactive inspection of your furnace by Andersen Heating & Cooling will save you money and make your home safer.
Why Does the Breaker Keep Tripping?
Even if your furnace is fueled by natural gas, it will nonetheless be powered in some capacity by electricity. Because of this, your heating system is on a circuit, like any other electrical appliance in your home. From time to time, the circuit’s breaker may trip, which essentially kills the electrical flow on that circuit. Why would your furnace cause this to happen? Circuit breakers usually trip when the circuit is overloaded, or the energy demanded is too great. Multiple factors can cause a heating system to overload a circuit breaker. Dirty air filters can be responsible for loss in efficiency, causing HVAC systems to work harder than necessary to operate. A dirty furnace filter makes the electric-powered blower overwork to blow warm air, which is likely to trip a breaker. Electrical connections can play a role as well. If the wiring inside your furnace is loose or otherwise defective, it can cause a breaker to trip.
How Can I Stop My Breaker from Tripping in Charlotte?
Proper HVAC maintenance is the best way to prevent your circuit breaker from tripping. Andersen Heating & Cooling recommends changing air filters regularly to reduce these incidences as well as improving the overall operation of your furnace, which in turn lowers energy bills. For loose electrical connections and other mechanical issues with your heating equipment, you should contact an HVAC professional. High voltage electrical equipment can be extremely dangerous and requires considerable expertise and experience to handle. If your breaker continues to trip, don’t reset it, as malfunctioning heating equipment can be a safety hazard. Instead, call your local HVAC technician immediately. Professional HVAC service from Andersen will keep your furnace working safely and efficiently.
