We are sure that cold seasons won’t upset homeowners unless they have properly working units. Goodman furnaces are well-known to be reliable and convenient, still, they also might become overused. Don’t be too quick to get rid of the malfunctioning appliance, we will teach you how to fix it. Thermocouple installed next to the pilot light serves the important purpose of closing the gas valve if the pilot light goes out so gas doesn’t fill your home. However, a malfunctioning thermocouple may lose the ability to sense heat from the pilot light, causing it to close the gas valve at random. If your furnace doesn’t stay on, check the pilot light. If the pilot light won’t stay lit, a bad thermocouple could be to blame. You may need a professional to take a look and replace the malfunctioning part. When the furnace runs, place your hand over a supply register. If you feel hot air exiting the vent, this means the motor is running like normal. If not, the motor has lost power for some reason and the furnace is switching itself off to prevent the heat exchanger from overheating. The fan relay might be broken or the blower motor belt might be worn out. A furnace repairman is your best bet for fixing these problems. It’s a good idea to call a professional if you’re experiencing problems with your furnace. Tackling most furnace repairs yourself can damage your unit and lead to home-threatening problems such as gas leaks. Fortunately, not all furnace fixes require the work of a professional. You can easily replace a filter, check your flue, and oil your blower motor.
