{"id":15478,"date":"2023-09-24T15:05:29","date_gmt":"2023-09-24T22:05:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rpoustinc.com\/?p=15478"},"modified":"2026-01-10T23:00:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T06:00:09","slug":"how-your-furnace-can-go-bad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solocalmarketing.com\/rpousttest\/how-your-furnace-can-go-bad\/","title":{"rendered":"How Your Furnace Can Go Bad"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that the summer heat has gone, you\u2019re much more likely to rely on your furnace to keep you warm throughout fall and winter. However, if your furnace isn\u2019t functioning as optimally as usual, it may have gone bad. You may ask, \u201cHow can a furnace go bad?\u201d Below are just a few ways your furnace can begin showing signs that it needs a fix.<\/span><br \/>\n<h2 class=\"h2\"><b class=\"b\">Moisture Buildup<\/b><\/h2><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anytime you see moisture on your windows, walls, or ceilings, this usually means there\u2019s poor airflow throughout your home. This can be a result of bad ventilation or a problem with your furnace. If you notice condensation, this most often means it\u2019s a problem with the furnace, which needs to be addressed as soon as possible.<\/span><br \/>\n<h2 class=\"h2\"><b class=\"b\">Pests<\/b><\/h2><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may sound gross, but pests such as mice, rats, and insects can cause damage to your furnace. If you notice animal droppings around your furnace, and you\u2019re having problems heating your home, you can probably figure out where the problem originated. Be sure to have an exterminator come in to eliminate the pests, then contact an HVAC professional to repair your furnace.<\/span><br \/>\n<h2 class=\"h2\"><b class=\"b\">Frequent Thermostat Use<\/b><\/h2><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s nothing wrong with adjusting the thermostat every once in a while, but if you\u2019re doing this constantly, your furnace may not be operating as intended. It could mean your thermostat is the issue rather than the furnace, but there\u2019s no natural way to know until a qualified professional comes out and gives it a look.<\/span><br \/>\n<h2 class=\"h2\"><b class=\"b\">We Repair and Replace Furnaces<\/b><\/h2><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having an old or worn-down furnace can be disheartening, especially as warmer temperatures disappear. At R. Poust, Inc., we work diligently to ensure Spart, NJ, residents have comfortable heating solutions when it gets cold. If you\u2019re having any problems with your furnace, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rpoustinc.com\/contact\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">let us know<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today and we\u2019ll provide a free estimate.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that the summer heat has gone, you\u2019re much more likely to rely on your furnace to keep you warm throughout fall and winter. However, if your furnace isn\u2019t functioning as optimally as usual, it may have gone bad. 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