What is a RED TAG?
RED TAGGING means your natural gas appliance has been identified as unsafe to operate and cannot be used until repaired or replaced. When BC Furnace’s Service and Safety Inspection Specialists find an unsafe condition, they immediately shut off the appliance and place a red tag on it. The gas supply is disconnected until repairs are completed and the system passes re-inspection.
Why do furnaces get RED TAGGED?
The most common and serious problem is if a heat exchanger is cracked or blocked in your furnaces and boilers. This is extremely dangerous because it allows carbon monoxide to leak into your home. Carbon monoxide poisoning can prove to be fatal, which is why annual furnace inspections are so important.
Carbon monoxide is nearly impossible to detect on your own because it’s colourless, odourless and tasteless.
Our professional testing equipment can detect carbon monoxide at just 2 ppm, while household detectors need much higher levels before they sound an alarm. We still recommend having at least two carbon monoxide detectors in your home and replacing them every three to five years. Be careful not to mistake Smoke Alarms for Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarms.
Other Reasons For a RED TAG include:
- Fire hazards from damaged parts
- Electrical problems
- Carbon monoxide leaks from other sources
- Gas leaks
- Blocked or broken exhaust pipes
- Improper venting setup
How BC Furnace Can Help?
When your appliance gets RED-TAGGED, our specialists will assess whether it can be repaired or needs to be replaced.
BC Furnace keeps a large inventory of parts and new equipment, so we can usually fix or replace your system quickly. We also provide temporary heaters to keep you warm while we work on your heating system.
Contact BC Furnace to learn more about RED TAG situations or get a quote for replacement or repairs.
Free In-Home Estimates
We provide free in-home estimates for unit replacement and work with you to choose the right unit for your specific needs. Our Home Comfort Advisors can explain the installation process in detail and teach you everything you need to know about your new heating system.