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How long should a furnace ignitor last?
about seven years
Fortunately, you can replace the ignitor without replacing the full furnace. Most ignitors last about seven years. Keep reading to learn how you can tell if your furnace problem is a faulty ignitor.
How often should furnace ignitor be replaced?
According to the Gas Furnace Guide, ignitors have an average lifespan of four to seven years. So, after about seven years, you may have to replace the ignitor; however, you probably won’t have to replace the entire furnace because other parts, such as the heat exchanger, can last more than 15 years.
How long does it take to change a furnace ignitor?
If you do the job yourself, which is discussed below, you’ll save HVAC labor rates. The repair takes less than an hour, but most companies charge a minimum of one hour of labor, which ranges from $65 to $125. Replacing an ignitor is one of the easiest repairs a furnace technician makes.
Can a furnace ignitor be cleaned?
Try Cleaning the Ignitor With Compressed Air If your furnace has a spark ignitor and it’s working haphazardly, it too could be covered with soot, and a blast of compressed air may be enough to clean it. Compressed air can also clean a blocked pilot tube that is causing the pilot flame to burn weakly or not at all.
Why is my furnace ignitor not working?
The pilot light or ignition sensor is usually the most common issue when your furnace will not ignite. Then, remove the front panel to find the ignitor or ignition sensor. This is typically located near the burners. If the sensor or ignitor is dirty, it will need to be cleaned.
How much does an ignitor cost?
An ignitor typically costs between $30 and $50.
What causes furnace ignitor failure?
As mentioned above, sometimes the cause of a furnace ignitor failing to ignite is due to a safety issue, such as a clogged air filter, for instance. So, if your furnace is failing to ignite, it’s a good idea to check the air filter. If it looks clogged up, then this is probably the source of the problem.
How to replace a furnace ignitor?
Shut off the power to the circuit for the furnace at the breaker box. Open the furnace and locate the ignitor following the instructions from the furnace’s manual.
How much does a furnace service cost?
Many repair professionals charge a flat service fee to inspect a furnace to diagnose problems. These fees are often waived if you hire the furnace repair professional for the job. Expect to pay a flat service fee of $69 on average. HVAC technicians typically charge hourly rates plus parts.
What is a furnace disconnect switch?
A furnace switch is more accurately called a furnace disconnect or furnace disconnect switch. And those names are pretty self-explanatory: it’s a switch that disconnects the power to the furnace. Most building codes require a furnace switch or “disconnecting means” within sight of the furnace itself.