The goodman furnace inducer motor can be purchased on Amazon.com.
The labor cost for installing a furnace inducer motor is around $245 when the part is under warranty.When the warranty has expired, the replacement cost is $465 and you have to pay for the furnace inducer motor.
The draft inducer motor helps the furnace run.It is attached to the vent of the furnace.
The motor is part of a complete assembly that includes the fan, Capacitor, motor mount vent cap, wiring and connection.They are usually installed as a complete assembly, which can save you labor costs.It takes a lot of time and money to take apart the assembly and replace the motor.
The gas valve fires when the motor turns on and the leftover gases are forced out of the box.Then, it pulls a steady flow of fresh air into the combustion box for efficient burning while also pushing exhaust gases out the furnace vent.
This is what you will find in the costimate.Cost factors that will help you guestimate your inducer motor repair cost based on various factors outlined in the table below.
Some of the factors are shown in the Low, Average, High Cost table.The complete list has explanations.
Most repairs only need the draft inducer motor assembly.The air pressure switch is recommended by some furnace companies.
The repair costs for the part and labor are shown in the table above.
You can save $65 to $125 per hour if you install the part.Smaller companies have lower rates.Rates are affected by the cost of living in your area.
Despite some repairs taking less than an hour, most repair companies charge at least one hour's fee to cover their time and travel expenses.
Unless it can be shown that the motor was damaged by a lightning strike or electrical surge, draft inducer motor replacement isn't usually covered by homeowner's insurance.
Basic furnace maintenance is required by most home warranty contracts.If you have maintenance records, you might be able to get your claim paid.
Some companies are not as strict.American Home Shield does not have a requirement.Insufficient maintenance, pre-existing conditions or mechanical failures that could not have been detected by a visual inspection and/or mechanical test will be covered.
We do not have a relationship with any of the home warranty companies.They have policies that vary a lot.The fine print should be read.Questions about maintenance and pre-existing issues can be asked.You can compare the levels of coverage for the price.
Replacing the draft motor on some units is more difficult than others.The video shows a draft inducer motor replacement on a furnace.
There are some cautions.The draft inducer motor is the problem.Most sellers won't allow you to return an electrical part if you install a motor.
Turn off the power to the furnace before you start.Make sure the screws holding the assembly to the vent flue are secure.It is possible that carbon monoxide could leak from the connection.A CO monitor near your furnace is a good general safety tip.
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