As your furnace switches on and begins to add warmth to your house, it’s common for it to produce some noise. These sounds, like the burners firing up and the blower running, are all part of the typical start-up process.
But there are several approaches you can do to make your furnace run more quietly this winter.
1. Book Annual Furnace Maintenance
Furnace maintenance is extremely important, because it keeps your manufacturer warranty ongoing. This helps defend you if something huge stops working in your furnace during your warranty range.
It can also help our pros discover minor issues that might make your furnace noisy. And potentially help you avoid a meltdown on the most frigid day of the year. The Indoor Air Quality Association reports that annual maintenance can lower your probability of furnace meltdowns by up to 95%.
If little furnace problems go undetected, they may result in trouble later on. By discovering these problems sooner, our professionals can get your furnace repaired before heating season begins.
And most important, specialized cleaning and lubrication of your furnace’s moving pieces can help make it more efficient. A well-maintained furnace could save up to 30% on your energy expenses, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
2. Routinely Install a New Furnace’s Air Filter
Your air filter helps keep your residence’s air fresh and clean. When it gets too clogged, it can make your furnace turn on and off more than it should. Called short cycling, this can cause your furnace to eat up additional gas and make it break down faster.
Our suggestions for installing a new furnace filter:
- Flat filter: Every month
- Pleated filter: Every three months
You could have to replace your filter more frequently if you have allergies or pets.
3. Call Tru Air Systems LLC When Your Furnace Is Creating Odd Noises
Some furnaces, especially older ones, can make more noise than others. But if you’re noticing exceedingly loud or odd noises, you should contact a heating and cooling company like Tru Air Systems LLC for furnace repair in Albuquerque.
Here are several noises to be on the lookout for, how to fix them and when to contact a specialist.
Furnace Making Gurgling or Bubbling Noise
This noise occurs more commonly with high-efficiency furnaces. That’s since they discharge fumes differently than older furnaces, and the process can produce some moisture. If your furnace is running into difficulties removing this water, it may make gurgling or bubbling sounds. You’ll want 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 positive thing when your furnace is making a banging sound. It could mean several things.
Haven’t had maintenance done recently and your furnace is creating a banging sound when beginning? Its burners can be dirty. Dirty burners can hold up ignition, which causes gas to accumulate within your furnace.
All that accumulated gas can create a banging or booming racket when your furnace finally} does ignite. But this is more than merely an irritating noise, as the built-up gas is exploding within your furnace. This can crack your furnace’s heat exchanger and create a deadly carbon monoxide leak.
If you’ve ignored regular maintenance for your furnace and you’re noticing this noise, give Tru Air Systems LLC a ring at 505-226-3525. Our heating pros will get your furnace tuned up and make sure it’s working correctly.
Your ductwork can also produce banging sounds when your furnace switches on, since the metal is expanding and contracting.
We advise first inspecting your furnace’s air filter and getting a new one if it’s filthy. Next, make sure you don’t have too many vents shut in your residence, as it can make air pressure uneven.
If neither of these things repair the sound, your ductwork could be dirty or undersized, which will be a need for assistance from a pro HVAC technician.
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 often seen with a faltering blower fan motor, which will create an annoying buzzing noise when your furnace starts. It can also mean there’s an issue with the capacitor or transformer. All three of these problems need support from a skilled heating and cooling company like Tru Air Systems LLC.
Furnace Making Knocking Noise
If your furnace is making knocking sounds, it’s frequently a symptom that an internal part is worn out. This can be anything from a bearing to a belt or the gas valve. It may also be an indication that your burners are dirty.
These issues are typically uncovered during yearly maintenance provided by a certified HVAC pro. So, while we’re at your home working on repairs, don’t forget to check with us about requesting your maintenance appointment for next year.
Furnace Making Clicking Noise
A clicking sound might be the result of problems: worn bearings, gas valve troubles or ignition troubles. All these troubles need skilled assistance.
At Tru Air Systems LLC, our pros are here to help you enjoy peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. If your furnace is louder than it typically is or producing weird sounds, contact us at 505-226-3525 to book an appointment today.