3 Ways To Handle a Flooded Furnace

2/26/2022 (Permalink)

If a broken pipe or another water source causes a furnace flood in your commercial property, as an owner you should immediately take steps to address the problem. A flooded furnace can pose a major safety risk and limit your ability to control the climate in the building. Depending on the type of furnace and water involved, specialists may be able to repair the furnace. Otherwise, you will need to replace the furnace and take precautions to prevent flooding from reoccurring.

1. Disconnect the Furnace and Fix the Leak

Whether your furnace is gas or electric, turn it off and disconnect it as soon as you discover that it has flooded. Identify the source of the water and resolve the problem before having the furnace repaired or replaced.

2. Clean and Dry the Furnace

You can attempt to clean and dry a furnace yourself, but you are more likely to resolve issues resulting from a furnace flood safely and successfully by hiring HVAC experts. These professionals can combine repairs with a thorough furnace and air duct cleaning or determine whether it will be more cost-effective to restore or completely replace the furnace.

3. Replace the Furnace

Depending on the source of the leak and the extent of the damage, you may save more money by replacing the furnace. Once the replacement is installed, take measures to prevent future flooding such as ensuring that piping and the building's sump pump are in working order. If you have warned in advance of flooding, you may also want to elevate the furnace to prevent future flooding.

Whether you ultimately choose to repair or replace a flooded furnace, you can make a more cost-effective and practical decision by consulting HVAC professionals. If you are dealing with other damage in addition to a furnace flood, reach out to a certified commercial water damage restoration company in Punta Gorda.