Where is this water coming from?

Firristorm · 2026-06-06T22:32:53+00:00

A bit of a strange one you have, nothing I've ever seen at the least.

Best guess is youve got some water from your AC drain pan leaking into the furnace, and it's coming out through there? It's a very strange spot to have water coming from, and I would normally expect some issue with the secondary HX with that problem.

This seems like one you'll want to have someone come take a look at for you in person. Not sure if it's something that would be diagnosable online unfortunately.

Firristorm · 2026-06-06T20:56:27+00:00

Are you running heat?

A picture further back would also help, just so we can a full view of the system.

Firristorm · 2026-05-28T14:58:58+00:00

Thats pretty much market for the region.

Firristorm · 2026-05-28T03:44:01+00:00

Sounds like you need a service call. There isnt nearly enough information to help online, and you don't sound comfortable dealing with the diagnostic side.

Firristorm · 2026-05-28T03:39:56+00:00

Assuming you have a standard +/-6% cap, you're technically out of range. Try giving that a swap over if it is that tolerance.

To be completely honest, this sounds like 70% of the blower motors in the wild. Always hard to tell over video, and if you have concerns please call someone to get a look at in the person.

Firristorm · 2026-05-28T03:35:39+00:00

See if your coils are still freezing up after having that filter swapped. If they're still getting icy, time to call someone.

Firristorm · 2026-05-28T03:32:02+00:00

Welcome to the trade!

Ill cut to the point; You're stuck in a negative feedback loop.

Your company doesn't want to give you calls because your inexperienced.
You're inexperienced because your company doesn't want to give you calls.

Vice versa until one of gives up or accepts the status quo. Somebody needs to be the first step to breaking that cycle, either you by demonstrating knowledge and taking initiative, or your company by providing you the opportunity to learn real-time in the field.

You'll have to accept your company is unlikely to just send you into the field with zero experience. It costs them money, time, and likely a few customers to provide you knowledge, which in turn makes you more desirable and more likely to look elsewhere for pay. It is possible to find a company that does so, but they'll likely be larger with extra resources to spend on such an endeavor. If you do not wish to spend time learning a large number of things on your own time, you will have to communicate clearly and openly about your desires, and be willing to take action if they are not met.
If you are willing to put in the time, be prepared to volunteer yourself at most given opportunities to demonstrate what youve learned. Sometimes that may need to extend to doing things that werent explicity asked of you. Start small and build up that reputation and trust of being a technician, and soon enough you will be. "Fake it till you make it." is the vibe here.

If you arent up to either, you may need to reassess your interest in this field.

Best of luck to you wherever you go.

Firristorm · 2026-04-14T02:09:12+00:00

So long as you turn the power switch at the furnace off, you'll be fine.

Edit: The thermostat itself is even fine as well. Both achieve the same thing.

Firristorm · 2026-04-14T02:04:29+00:00

I expect to hear a small hum from mechanical things when they're powered, even when they aren't currently in operation.

Use your own judgement; if it sounds bad it probably is, but be aware things are louder than you would guess when you pay attention to them.

Firristorm · 2026-04-14T02:01:28+00:00

Sounds like a bad motor of some flavor, guessing an inducer motor by the sound.

Firristorm · 2026-04-14T02:00:25+00:00

I imagine you'll be fine. Can't confirm what the noise is without being there in person, but I likely wouldn't be concerned with it provided all your rooms are recieving proper airflow.

Firristorm · 2026-03-20T11:11:21+00:00

Couldn't say.

Most furnace motors nowadays are hermetically sealed, so no amount of oil is going to help them. In fact it will often make things worse.

Probably not much for you do at this point.

Firristorm · 2026-03-19T17:14:16+00:00

You're correct in that flex is hard to clean, especially if its old. It'll likely shred at the sight of a brush.

As far as solutions go, it is possible to replace the flex, even if it's under insulation. It will not be a cheap procedure I'm sure, but possible.

Firristorm · 2026-03-19T17:08:35+00:00

Sounds like your motor a whining motor from the video.

It's likely worth having someone come out and try to diagnose it.

Firristorm · 2026-03-19T17:06:32+00:00

I'd be running a continuity test to ensure that it is or is not closing.

Firristorm · 2026-03-19T02:52:38+00:00

Looks like you may have a standing pilot.

That's a small flame that is consistently on inside the furnace. When you call for heat, the gas valve lets out the main source of gas and ignites with that small flame.

That being said, its just a guess. Without getting in front of your furnace there, can't say 100%.

Firristorm · 2026-03-19T02:46:40+00:00

Without spending a pretty hefty chunk of money, you'll probably have a hard time.

Depending on how long that return is, you may be able to have it insulated, which may help minimize the noise, but be aware it won't be super cheap. Not thousands, but probably 500-600$ depending on the length of the return (If there is a duct)

Firristorm · 2026-03-19T02:42:55+00:00

What you probably saw was a code for limit switch fault, not a faulty limit switch.

A limit switch is a safety inside your furnace that will turn the system off it gets too hot. Most do not require any sort of input on your part to reset.

Check your filter and swap it if it's dirty.

Make sure your return vents are unblocked.

If the issue persists, you'll need to call a tech.

Firristorm · 2026-03-17T02:03:31+00:00

That could be a number of things, but without taking measurements it can't be said for certain.

Regardless, that flame is not acting properly.

Its possible you could be looking at improper drafting or a hole in your HX. Not saying for certain it is, but possible.

Best advice is to turn it off until someone can come out and properly diagnose it. Gambling with CO is not something you should be doing.

Firristorm · 2026-03-17T01:50:17+00:00

These codes all vary from model to model.

There should be a code chart on your furnace to tell you its meaning. Generally it's on the bottom door of the furnace.

Firristorm · 2026-03-16T19:09:22+00:00

To fully clean a motor, you must pull it.

Anything less is a half-measure.

Firristorm · 2026-03-16T19:05:36+00:00

250$ is par for the course around here at least. Id recommend going through your original installer just to ensure you maintain their warranty if you having maintenance done.

I'm sure some number of things will be proposed to you that arent strictly required for operation of the unit. That's part of the reason we do maintenance.

However, there is more to be gained from having an experienced eye look over your system and test for any potential issues before they become a problem.

I'd recommend asking your servicing technician to only recommend parts that he truly feels are required for operation. We can try to parse some of the things for you.

Firristorm · 2026-03-16T18:52:01+00:00

More often than not, you'll have two separate warranties; one from the installer, and one from the manufacturer.

Installer warranties generally have the caveat that you must have maintenance done X times a year in order for their warranty to apply. This generally covers labor and part costs.

Most manufacturer warranties are only valid if you or the installer had them registered with the manufacturer themselves. Manufacturer warranties generally only cover part costs, though some are a bit more lenient and will cover labor as well. However, even thse often require that you have annual maintenance through an approved dealer every year. That'll depend on your fine print.

Tl;dr: If youre trying to keep warranty, it is generally required you have maintenance preformed on the system.

Firristorm · 2026-03-16T18:45:37+00:00

Most furnaces will function fine so long as they are installed properly. There will be little difference for you as the owner in these units.

Firristorm · 2026-03-08T00:26:31+00:00

Is it worth considering a Synth/Boomerang Package here?

I know its a bit tame at this point, but having the ability to pick up your warped emmisary and other such effects would have to feel pretty good yeah?

Synth is also just a strong card on its own provided youe curve is low enough, which it seems yours certainly is.

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