As your furnace starts up and begins to warm up your house, it’s common for it to make some noise. These sounds, including the burners igniting and the blower whirring, are all part of the normal start-up procedures.
But there are several things you can do to make your furnace quieter this winter.
1. Request Annual Furnace Maintenance
Furnace maintenance is very important, as it keeps your manufacturer warranty valid. This helps shield you if something major stops working in your furnace during your warranty time.
It can also help our pros spot little issues that can make your furnace annoying. And maybe help you prevent a breakdown on the coldest day of the year. The Indoor Air Quality Association reports that routine maintenance can decrease your likelihood of furnace malfunctions by up to 95%.
If minor furnace problems go ignored, they may cause trouble later on. By finding these troubles sooner, our pros can get your furnace taken care of before heating season begins.
And most critical, pro 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 Install a New Furnace’s Air Filter
Your air filter helps keep your house’s air fresh and clean. When it becomes too filthy, it can make your furnace turn on and off too often. Referred to as short cycling, this can cause your furnace to use additional fuel and make it stop working faster.
Our suggestions for changing your furnace filter:
- Flat filter: Once a month
- Pleated filter: Every three months
You could have to get a new filter more regularly if you have allergies or pets.
3. Contact Enertek Air Conditioning & Heating When Your Furnace Is Creating Odd Noises
Some furnaces, often older ones, could be noisier than others. But if you’re detecting very loud or weird noises, it may be time to get in touch with a heating and cooling company like Enertek Air Conditioning & Heating for furnace repair in Northridge.
Here are a couple of noises to be on the lookout for, how to solve them and when to get in touch with a pro.
Furnace Making Gurgling or Bubbling Noise
This noise occurs more commonly with high-efficiency furnaces. That’s because they discharge fumes in another way than older furnaces, and the process can make some moisture. If your furnace is having difficulties draining this water, it may make gurgling or bubbling sounds. You’ll require experienced} support for this issue, since it can 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 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 leads gas to accumulate in your furnace.
All that built-up gas can cause a banging or booming noise when your furnace eventually} does ignite. But this is more than only an irritating noise, as the built-up gas is exploding within your furnace. This can break your furnace’s heat exchanger and cause a dangerous carbon monoxide leak.
If you’ve forgotten regular tune-ups for your furnace and you’re noticing this noise, give Enertek Air Conditioning & Heating a ring at (818) 727-9993. Our heating pros will get your furnace tuned up and make sure it’s running correctly.
Your ductwork can also create banging sounds when your furnace starts, as the metal is expanding and contracting.
We advise first inspecting your furnace’s air filter and installing a new one if it’s filthy. Next, ensure you don’t have too many vents sealed in your home, as it can throw off air pressure.
If neither of these methods repair the issue, your ductwork may be dirty or undersized, which will require assistance from a professional HVAC tech.
Furnace Making Humming or Buzzing Noise
If your furnace is buzzing or humming, it’s a symptom there’s an electrical issue. This is most frequently seen with a sputtering blower fan motor, which will produce an annoying buzzing noise when your furnace starts. It may also mean there’s an issue with the capacitor or transformer. All three of these troubles need help from a skilled heating and cooling company like Enertek Air Conditioning & Heating.
Furnace Making Knocking Noise
If your furnace is making knocking sounds, it’s typically a symptom that an internal component is breaking down. This may be anything from a bearing to a belt or the gas valve. It can also be an indication that your burners need cleaning.
These problems are often uncovered during regular maintenance provided by a certified HVAC professional. So, while we’re at your residence doing repairs, don’t forget to inquire about scheduling your maintenance appointment for next year.
Furnace Making Clicking Noise
A clicking sound might be the result of troubles: worn bearings, gas valve troubles or ignition problems. All these problems need professional help.
At Enertek Air Conditioning & Heating, our professionals are here to help you unwind in peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. If your furnace is louder than it usually is or producing strange sounds, contact us at (818) 727-9993 to schedule an appointment now.
