As your furnace switches on and gets ready to heat your residence, it’s typical for it to produce some noise. These sounds, such as the burners igniting and the blower running, are all part of the typical start-up procedures.
But there are several things you can do to make your furnace less noisy this winter.
1. Request Annual Furnace Maintenance
Furnace maintenance is extremely important, because it keeps your manufacturer warranty ongoing. This helps protect you if something big stops working in your furnace during your warranty time.
It can also help our professionals uncover minor issues that can make your furnace noisy. And maybe help you avoid a breakdown on the chilliest day of the year. The Indoor Air Quality Association reports that regular maintenance can lower your chance of furnace breakdowns by up to 95%.
If minor furnace issues go unnoticed, they may result in trouble in the future. By unearthing these troubles sooner, our techs can get your furnace repaired before heating season is at its peak.
And most essential, professional cleaning and lubrication of your furnace’s moving parts can help make it more efficient. A well-maintained furnace could save up to 30% on your utility expenses, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
2. Routinely Put in a New Furnace’s Air Filter
Your air filter helps keep your home’s air fresh and clean. When it becomes too dirty, it can make your furnace turn on and off too frequently. Referred to as short cycling, this can cause your furnace to use additional energy and make it stop working faster.
Our suggestions for replacing your furnace filter:
- Flat filter: Monthly
- Pleated filter: Every three months
You might have to install a new filter more frequently if you have allergies or pets.
3. Contact 1st Choice Heating & Air Conditioning When Your Furnace Is Creating Strange Noises
Some furnaces, especially older ones, could make more noise than others. But if you’re detecting very loud or odd noises, you might need to contact a heating and cooling company like 1st Choice Heating & Air Conditioning for furnace repair in Mission Viejo.
Here are a few noises to be looking for, how to solve them and when to contact a pro.
Furnace Making Gurgling or Bubbling Noise
This noise is more common with high-efficiency furnaces. That’s because they exhaust fumes dissimilarly than older furnaces, and the process can produce some moisture. If your furnace is having difficulties discharging this water, it might make gurgling or bubbling sounds. You’ll require skilled support for this trouble, since it may be created by a blocked drain pipe or clogged drain pan.
Furnace Making Banging Noise
It’s not a good thing when your furnace is making a banging sound. It may mean several things.
Haven’t had maintenance done recently and your furnace is making a banging sound when turning on? Its burners can be dirty. Dirty burners can stall ignition, which results in gas accumulating within your furnace.
All that accumulated gas can cause a banging or booming racket when your furnace finally does ignite. But this is more than just an irritating noise, because the increased gas is erupting within your furnace. This can crack your furnace’s heat exchanger and make a deadly carbon monoxide leak.
If you’ve ignored regular maintenance for your furnace and you’re detecting this noise, give 1st Choice Heating & Air Conditioning a shout at 949-204-0859. Our heating specialists will get your furnace tuned up and ensure it’s running correctly.
Your ductwork can also produce banging sounds when your furnace starts, because the metal is expanding and contracting.
We advise first inspecting your furnace’s air filter and getting a new one if it’s clogged. Next, make sure you don’t have too many vents sealed in your home, as it can throw off air pressure.
If neither of these things repair the sound, your ductwork may be dirty or undersized, which will require assistance from a skilled HVAC technician.
Furnace Making Humming or Buzzing Noise
If your furnace is buzzing or humming, it’s a sign there’s an electrical issue. This is most often seen with a faltering blower fan motor, which will create a loud buzzing noise when your furnace starts. It may also mean there’s a problem with the capacitor or transformer. All three of these problems need help from a skilled heating and cooling company like 1st Choice Heating & Air Conditioning.
Furnace Making Knocking Noise
If your furnace is making knocking sounds, it’s usually a symptom that an internal component is going out. This might be anything from a bearing to a belt or the gas valve. It can also be a symptom that your burners are dirty.
These problems are frequently uncovered during annual maintenance provided by a certified HVAC pro. So, while we’re at your residence working on repairs, don’t forget to inquire about booking your maintenance appointment for the future.
Furnace Making Clicking Noise
A clicking sound can be the result of things: worn bearings, gas valve troubles or ignition problems. All these issues need specialized assistance.
At 1st Choice Heating & Air Conditioning, our professionals are here to help you unwind in peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. If your furnace is louder than it usually is or producing odd sounds, contact us at 949-204-0859 to book an appointment right away.