Furnace Heat Exchanger Replacement in Fort Worth, TX
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The heat exchanger (also called the heater core) is the largest component of a furnace. Every furnace has at least one heat exchanger, but highly efficient models may be equipped with two. The heat exchanger is out of sight, behind the panel, near the burners. It fulfills a vital role in a home’s heating as it transfers the thermal energy generated by the furnace.
When the furnace receives information from the thermostat, it burns gas to generate heat, and the burners warm up the heat exchanger. The heat from the heat exchanger then warms up the surrounding air. The warm air travels through the ducts to different areas of the home with the help of the blower fan. With the heat exchanger, efficient heat transfer is possible.
Heat exchangers are expected to last ten to twenty years. Although sturdy, they may wear out sooner due to the constant expansion and contraction the continual temperature changes cause. Call Fix My Air DFW immediately if the heat exchanger shows signs of damage.
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Signs a Furnace Heat Exchanger Is Bad
A heat exchanger malfunction poses a significant safety risk to the household members. This furnace component keeps dangerous gas-burning by-products from entering the home. A cracked heat exchanger might allow those gases to seep into the air, creating an emergency.
A heat exchanger may crack for various reasons:
Clogged air filters – Dirt in the air filters will prevent proper airflow and might cause the device to overheat.
Furnace size – An oversized furnace can also lead to overheating.
Wear and tear – The heat exchanger might have reached the end of its life span.
These are indicators that a heat exchanger might not be functioning well:
Unpleasant odor
Soot buildup around the burners
Rattling or popping noises
Orange or yellow flame color
Cracks and corrosion in other furnace components
The carbon monoxide alarm goes off
Regular maintenance extends the life expectancy of a heat exchanger and is key for ensuring neglect does not create a dangerous environment. Call the Fix My Air DFW technicians for annual furnace maintenance, and we’ll check the heat exchanger thoroughly.