Water spilled in furnace air vent, what to do?

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Apr 12th, 2022 9:05 pm

Madevilz [OP]: Deal Fanatic; Dec 11, 2008; 7252 posts; 3621 upvotes; Montreal

Apr 12th, 2022 9:05 pm

Water spilled in furnace air vent, what to do?

Was bathing my son and he decided to throw water out. Hard to say how much got in the vent, but Id estimate around a cup or a bit more.

I took the cover out and tried wiping some water with a towel. Currently heating the house to hopefully evaporate the water. Is this the right thing to do?

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Apr 12th, 2022 9:08 pm

cheapshopper: Deal Fanatic; Jan 31, 2007; 5373 posts; 5572 upvotes; Richmond Hill

Apr 12th, 2022 9:08 pm

Dont worry, it will dry in no time

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Apr 12th, 2022 9:08 pm

torontotim: Deal Addict; Nov 17, 2012; 4952 posts; 4510 upvotes; Toronto

Apr 12th, 2022 9:08 pm

Nothing. Water evaporates, especially when warm air is blowing over it.

If you're really concerned, crank up the heat.

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Apr 12th, 2022 11:28 pm

jm1: Deal Addict; Jan 5, 2003; 4940 posts; 4803 upvotes; Toronto

Apr 12th, 2022 11:28 pm

I would aim a fan down the vent instead. More stronger (at the vent) than the furnace fan and you're not moving air around the house unnecessarily.

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