You know the noises your furnace makes during normal operation? Most of them are normal—but some of them are those that you shouldn’t hear and should never ignore. Odd noises coming from your heating system are often signs of developing problems that may lead to expensive repairs or even a complete breakdown. Perhaps the issue is a small one, but even the smallest problem can cause wear and tear to accumulate until your furnace does you no good at all.
To help avoid major furnace problems, it’s important that you keep up on your maintenance appointments. But whether or not you had your furnace properly maintained before this heating season, you should still listen for the following noises, and know that yes, they are cause for concern.