Replacing Red-Tagged Furnaces – Minneapolis, St. Paul, MN

Many Minnesota homeowners get an unpleasant surprise every year when a technician who is doing the recommended annual inspection of their furnace finds a problem that makes the furnace unsafe to operate. If you have your utility company perform the inspection, the technician who finds an unsafe condition may “red-tag” your furnace and disable it to prevent its operation. The same thing can happen after any furnace inspection. If your furnace is red-tagged and taken out of operation, it is a real emergency, since Minnesota’s frigid winters mean that you need the problem taken care of immediately.

In some cases, a fast repair of the problem by an experienced, professional furnace technician, like those from Residential Heating & Air Conditioning, will solve the problem and get your furnace back online and operating safely and efficiently. In other cases, such as a crack in the furnace’s heat exchanger, a complete replacement of the furnace may be the best choice for your Minneapolis St. Paul home.

Heat Exchanger Cracks – A Frequent Cause of Red-Tagged Furnaces

The worst news you can get when your furnace is red-tagged is that the heat exchanger is cracked. When that happens, combustion gasses, like carbon monoxide, can leak into your air ducts. Operating a furnace with a cracked heat exchanger can mean deadly results. Two options exist to take care of the problem:

• Heat Exchanger Replacement – If your furnace’s heat exchanger warranty is still in effect, the heat exchanger can be replaced under warranty, at little cost to you. Check your furnace documents to discover if your warranty is still in effect. This can be a time-consuming repair, since a new heat exchanger must be ordered and installed. If the heat exchanger is not still under warranty, the cost of replacement may not make the repair worthwhile, since the furnace is probably reaching the end of its useful life.
• Furnace Replacement – In many cases, Twin Cities homeowners opt for complete furnace replacement if their furnace is red-tagged. For older furnaces or if your heat exchanger warranty has expired, it’s the wisest choice. At Residential Heating & Air Conditioning, we maintain a large stock of replacement furnaces and can quickly replace a red-tagged furnace with a new furnace that matches your existing ductwork and capacity. In the process, you can choose a higher-efficiency furnace that can lower your energy bills dramatically at the same time.

Act Quickly if Your Furnace is Red-Tagged

If your furnace is red-tagged, there’s no time to waste. Call Residential Heating & Air Conditioning immediately in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area. An experienced, factory-trained furnace technician will determine whether repairs can be made to restore your furnace to safe operation. If repairs are the answer, they’ll be done quickly, properly and efficiently. If repairs aren’t possible or economical, one of our heating advisers can help you select a replacement furnace that will meet your exact needs and budget. Then, your new furnace will be installed quickly by our expert technicians and your home’s comfort will be restored.

Affordable Furnace Replacement for Homeowners in Minneapolis St. Paul, MN

When a red-tagged furnace means that you need fast action, you can count on Residential Heating & Air Conditioning to provide the fast service, honest assessment of your situation, a complete explanation of your options, and the high quality, efficient repairs or replacement furnace you need. Our outstanding reputation for excellence and quality for two decades is your assurance that your system will be back on line and operating safely to keep your home warm and comfortable as soon as possible. Call us as soon as possible for an immediate response.