Why Rust Forms on Your Furnace
Your furnace accumulates rust for a wide range of reasons. If you allow the problem to persist, it will increase the extent of damage and increase the cost of your repair. Learning why your furnace rusts is necessary to prevent any further degradation.
What Causes Rusting?
Rust typically does not appear overnight but over time. This occurs when water or oxygen interacts with metal to create iron oxides. Your heater becomes discolored as the materials break down due to chemical reactions. Rust particles can block the vents and interfere with the normal functioning of your heater.
Constant exposure to rain and moisture is known to increase the speed of rusting. High levels of humidity increase the amount of water vapor in the room’s air. Humidity increases when the amount of heat increases in the room.
Poor ventilation can retain moisture within the heater and prevent the release of air. This is often caused by a mechanical failure or a lack of cleanings, such as a blocked air filter or vent.
How to Fix Rusting
Anyone can remove superficial rust using brushes and cleaning products. Cleaning your furnace is a tedious, time-consuming task that is often better handled by a professional. Another problem is that it’s often ignored and fixed only if it makes your heating less effective. Corrosive metal worsens the longer that you leave it alone. The damage often becomes so severe that a repair is not effective, and you need a total replacement. At 1st Choice Service Group Heating & Air, we perform furnace repairs to remove corrosive particles and prevent the formation of new rust.
Your Solution to Rusting
Rust is unsightly and interferes with the effectiveness of your heater. It is an indicator of other internal problems, including increased risks of carbon monoxide. Our skilled technicians at 1st Choice Service Group Heating & Air are experienced in identifying, treating, and preventing all stages of rusting. We also perform AC/furnace repairs, replacements, installations, and maintenance for customers in Asheville, NC, and surrounding areas. We also offer a geothermal service. Contact us today for your first consultation.