A heater is an important appliance in many homes as it provides heating solutions. It is mostly used in winter, but you may not necessarily need to run it all through since there may occasionally be warm episodes. Sometimes the heaters can, however, refuse to turn off. Here we will look at three reasons why your heater could be refusing to turn off.
1. Defective Thermostat
If your heater is not turning off, it could be that the thermostat is faulty. The thermostat is usually the first thing we will check because most heaters with this kind of problem behave so due to issues with the thermostat. There could be a problem with the wiring, bad heating sensor, or non-responsive switches, thus rendering the thermostat defective. An HVAC professional can repair the problem. In extreme cases where the thermostat is totally damaged, the professionals may replace it altogether. Kayl Heating & Air, Inc. offers heating repairs services in the tri-cities and the surrounding areas.
2. Faulty Check Valve
If the thermostat is not the issue, it could be that the check valve has broken down. A defective check valve could be the reason your heater is staying on, especially if your heating systems and radiators rely on hot water. If the check valve is faulty, water will keep circulating on its own, thus keeping the heater turned on. You can call a professional to diagnose the problem and fix it.
3. Damaged Primary Controller
If we establish that the problem is neither the thermostat nor the check valve, we proceed to check the status of the primary control. In some cases, a damaged primary controller can prevent your heater from turning off.
It is always advisable to do regular maintenance for your heating system to prevent it from developing such issues. If you suspect that there is something amiss about your heater, you should call a professional to help you detect the problem in good time.
Kayl Heating & Air offers a wide range of heating and AC services, including heating repairs, heating installation, and heating maintenance. Our team of technicians has a high level of expertise to deal with a myriad of issues in this area. Apart from heating and AC services we also offer duct and cleaning services. Call Kayl Heating & Air, Inc. for more information.
