Tag: Cracked Heat Exchanger In A Furnace

There are some issues with your HVAC system and furnace that aren’t as amenable to repairs, One of those is a cracked heat exchanger. Unless your system is still under warranty, a cracked heat exchanger means you should replace your whole furnace- it’s a safety issue, and it’s a cost issue. What is a Heat Exchanger? A heat exchanger is the important part of your furnace where the combusted fuel- often gas or oil- is contained. It can look like the picture below- usually a series of coils, loops and plates made out of metal. Air is blown across the heated metal and then distributed around your home- but the heat exchanger is where the “business” of heating occurs. As a result of repeated cycles of heating and cooling, the metal expands and contracts. Over time, the metal even...