intake exhaust motor

It's the intake exhaust motor. It's cracked, and when it spins the edges bend out and scrape against the housing. Which causes the noise.

The furnace man said it would cost about $400 to repair, which is a huge relief when compared to a new furnace. The furnace turns out to be a 1992 model, good to know, I had no idea. He said we should expect another 2-4 years out of it. Considering this is the first repair we've ever needed on the furnace, I think we're doing pretty well.

He went back to get a new motor. If they have the part in stock, our heat will be back on this afternoon. If they have to order the part, it will be 5 business days. I'm crossing my fingers!

Luckily it's a fairly warm day today. With just the kerosene heater, the humidifier and one space heater, the living room is fairly comfortable. Although I am wearing many many layers.