Water leaks in your home can be a frustrating situation and lead to costly repair work, but what if your furnace is leaking water? Instead of letting the panic set in, you should hire reliable HVAC contractors in Salt Lake City.

Things to know why your Furnace is Leaking Water?

There are a number of different things that can cause the furnace to leak. Some of the most common causes include:

  • Clogged Condensate Lines

    If you have a high-efficiency furnace, there are high chances that a leak or clog in the condensate lines is causing the water to leak. High-efficiency furnaces create condensation through the heat exchange process. During normal operation, the condensation is drained out safely. But if there’s a leak in the condensate line, the water will leak around your furnace.

  • Condensate Pump Not Working

    The condensate pump is responsible to push the water through the condensate line and away from the furnace. However, if the pump is not working correctly, you can find a puddle of water around your furnace.

  • Humidifier is Leaking

    Some homeowners often choose to add a humidifier to their HVAC system to make their home comfortable and retain the heat indoors for a large amount of time during the dry winter months. As the water moves constantly through the humidifier, if it becomes clogged, it will look like the furnace is leaking water.

    Hiring expert HVAC experts will diagnose the correct source of water and treat it before it can cause huge damage.

  • Air Conditioner Maybe the Culprit

    If the weather is such that you need to use the air conditioner one day and switch to furnace the other day, there are chances that it may not the furnace that is leaking water. Air conditioners absorb a large amount of moisture from the air inside the home. This is the reason it is equipped with a condensate line and drain pan. If the condensate line is clogged, it may seem like the furnace is leaking water.

Turn off the Furnace and Call The Experts

If your furnace is leaking water, the first thing to do is to switch it off. Next, make sure the thermostat is set to OFF and then turn the shut-off valve connected to the furnace along with the electrical breakers present on the furnace.

Also, avoid the urge to try the repair work yourself and call professional repair technicians to handle the work. Book an appointment with Lee’s Heating and Air expert technicians by calling 801-467-1561.

Make sure to mop away all the water that has collected around the furnace as water standing near your furnace can damage it further.

Remember to clean the furnace filters regularly as clogged filters can restrict the airflow and put extra strain on the HVAC system. The filters must be changed or removed every 90 days, but if the furnace is leaking water, swap out the filters before the repairs are made or before you turn on the furnace.

No matter which make and model furnace you have, Lee’s technicians are proficient in making the necessary repairs. Call the experts today!