As your furnace switches on and prepares to add warmth to your house, it’s normal for it to make some noise. These sounds, including the burners igniting and the blower operating, are all part of the normal start-up process.
But there are a few approaches you can do to make your furnace quieter this winter.
1. Book Regular Furnace Maintenance
Furnace maintenance is very important, since it keeps your manufacturer warranty ongoing. This helps defend you if something big stops working in your furnace during your warranty time.
It can also help our professionals spot little issues that might make your furnace noisy. And possibly help you prevent a malfunction on the most frigid day of the year. The Indoor Air Quality Association reports that regular maintenance can decrease your chance of furnace meltdowns by up to 95%.
If minor furnace problems go ignored, they may cause trouble in the future. By uncovering these problems sooner, our pros can get your furnace fixed before heating season is in full swing.
And most important, specialized cleaning and lubrication of your furnace’s moving parts can help make it more efficient. A correctly maintained furnace could save up to 30% on your heating expenses, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
2. Frequently Put in a New Furnace’s Air Filter
Your air filter helps keep your residence’s air fresh and clean. When it becomes too filthy, it can make your furnace turn on and off too frequently. Called short cycling, this can cause your furnace to use additional energy and make it wear out faster.
Our advice for installing a new furnace filter:
- Flat filter: Once a month
- Pleated filter: Every three months
You may have to install a new filter more often if you have allergies or pets.
3. Get in Touch with Custom Air Systems Inc When Your Furnace Is Creating Weird Noises
Some furnaces, especially older ones, may be noisier than others. But if you’re detecting extremely loud or odd noises, it may be time to get in touch with a heating and cooling company like Custom Air Systems Inc for furnace repair in Port St. Lucie.
Here are a couple of noises to keep an eye out for, how to take care of them and when to contact a pro.
Furnace Making Gurgling or Bubbling Noise
This noise occurs more commonly with high-efficiency furnaces. That’s because they emit fumes differently than older furnaces, and the process can produce some moisture. If your furnace is experiencing difficulties discharging this water, it can make gurgling or bubbling sounds. You’ll require professional support for this issue, since it may be created by a blocked drain pipe or clogged drain pan.
Furnace Making Banging Noise
It’s not a great thing when your furnace is making a banging sound. It could mean a few things.
Haven’t had maintenance done recently and your furnace is making a banging sound when turning on? Its burners could be dirty. Dirty burners can stall ignition, which leads gas to accumulate in your furnace.
All that increased gas can cause a banging or booming racket when your furnace finally does ignite. But this is more than only an irritating noise, as the built-up gas is exploding within your furnace. This can crack your furnace’s heat exchanger and cause a dangerous carbon monoxide leak.
If you’ve overlooked regular service for your furnace and you’re hearing this noise, give Custom Air Systems Inc a call at 772-247-2283. 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 switches on, as the metal is expanding and contracting.
We suggest first inspecting your furnace’s air filter and installing a new one if it’s dirty. Next, double-check you don’t have too many vents closed in your home, as it can throw off air pressure.
If neither of these steps repair the sound, your ductwork could be dirty or undersized, which will require assistance from a skilled HVAC tech.
Furnace Making Humming or Buzzing Noise
If your furnace is buzzing or humming, it’s a sign there’s electrical troubles. This is most often seen with a dying blower fan motor, which will make an annoying buzzing noise when your furnace begins to heat. It might also mean there’s trouble with the capacitor or transformer. All three of these troubles need support from an experienced heating and cooling company like Custom Air Systems Inc.
Furnace Making Knocking Noise
If your furnace is making knocking sounds, it’s often a symptom that an internal component is breaking down. This can be anything from a bearing to a belt or the gas valve. It can also be a sign that your burners need cleaning.
These troubles are typically uncovered during annual maintenance provided by a certified HVAC professional. So, while we’re at your residence doing repairs, don’t forget to ask us about scheduling your maintenance appointment for next year.
Furnace Making Clicking Noise
A clicking sound can be the result of troubles: worn bearings, gas valve troubles or ignition troubles. All these issues need professional assistance.
At Custom Air Systems Inc, our pros are here to help you unwind in peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. If your furnace is louder than normal or producing strange sounds, contact us at 772-247-2283 to schedule an appointment right away.
