Heating
Heat Exchanger
The metal component inside your furnace that transfers heat from combustion gases to the air flowing through your home — without the gases mixing.
What Is a Heat Exchanger?
The heat exchanger is a set of metal coils or tubes inside your furnace where combustion gases pass through and transfer their heat to the surrounding air. Your blower fan then pushes that heated air through your ductwork. The heat exchanger keeps combustion byproducts (including carbon monoxide) separated from your breathing air. Over time, heat exchangers can develop cracks from the constant heating and cooling cycles.
Why It Matters for Your Home
A cracked heat exchanger is one of the most serious HVAC safety issues a homeowner can face. It can allow carbon monoxide to leak into your home's air supply. If your furnace is making unusual noises, producing a strange smell, or your CO detector goes off, shut down the system and call a qualified technician immediately. This is exactly the kind of problem that requires expert-level diagnostics.
Concerned about your heat exchanger? Call Trademark Tek at 541-500-0663 for a thorough safety inspection.
Quick Facts
Category
Heating
Also Known As
Heat Exchanger
