Furnace Flames

Here’s an energy-saving tip: the color of your furnace flame can give you an idea of your heating system’s fuel efficiency. Blue flames with a light blue triangle at their center are a sign your furnace is in good condition and is burning fuel efficiently.  But what if the furnace flame is yellow or orange? What do these flame colors mean? In general, they’re a sign that fuel combustion in your furnace is inefficient and that your heating system should be inspected by a professional HVAC technician.  A-1 Comfort Care, your trusted HVAC and plumbing service contractor, elaborates further on what these flame colors mean below: