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Why is my furnace leaking water?

I went down into my basement to bring some items out of storage, and I noticed a small puddle by my furnace. Why is my furnace leaking water?

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Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Discovering an unexpected leak coming from your furnace can be concerning. However, water leaks on furnaces can be pretty common. Luckily, it’s often pretty easy to address a furnace leaking water, depending on what’s causing it. An HVAC professional can help you get to the root of the problem and repair it. Here are some common causes your house’s furnace might be
leaking water
:
  • Humidifier leak
  • Condensation leak
  • Plumbing system leak
  • Furnace filter is clogged and needs replacing
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