As your furnace turns on and prepares to heat your house, it’s normal for it to make some noise. These sounds, including the burners igniting and the blower whirring, are all part of the typical start-up steps.
But there are a few steps you can do to make your furnace run more quietly this winter.
1. Book Annual Furnace Maintenance
Furnace maintenance is very important, as it keeps your manufacturer warranty ongoing. This helps shield you if something big stops working in your furnace during your warranty time.
It can also help our pros find minor issues that could make your furnace loud. And possibly help you avoid a malfunction on the chilliest day of the year. The Indoor Air Quality Association reports that annual maintenance can reduce your chance of furnace breakdowns by up to 95%.
If little furnace issues go unnoticed, they may result in trouble later on. By uncovering these issues sooner, our pros can get your furnace taken care of before heating season is underway.
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 gas expenses, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
2. Regularly Replace Your Furnace’s Air Filter
Your air filter helps keep your house’s air fresh and clean. When it turns too dirty, it can make your furnace turn on and off too frequently. Known as short cycling, this can cause your furnace to eat up additional fuel and make it break down faster.
Our suggestions for replacing your furnace filter:
- Flat filter: Every month
- Pleated filter: Every three months
You could have to change your filter more regularly if you have allergies or pets.
3. Contact Luikart Heating & Cooling When Your Furnace Is Producing Odd Noises
Some furnaces, particularly older ones, may make more noise than others. But if you’re noticing extremely loud or weird noises, it may be time to get in touch with a heating and cooling company like Luikart Heating & Cooling for furnace repair in Newark.
Here are a couple of noises to be on the lookout for, how to repair them and when to get in touch with a professional.
Furnace Making Gurgling or Bubbling Noise
This noise occurs more commonly with high-efficiency furnaces. That’s due to the fact they emit fumes dissimilarly than older furnaces, and the process can produce some moisture. If your furnace is running into difficulties draining this water, it can make gurgling or bubbling sounds. You’ll require experienced} support for this issue, since it could 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 might mean a few things.
Haven’t had maintenance done recently and your furnace is producing a banging sound when turning on? Its burners may be dirty. Dirty burners can hold up ignition, which causes gas to accumulate inside your furnace.
All that increased gas can make a banging or booming sound when your furnace eventually} does ignite. But this is more than merely an irritating noise, because the increased gas is exploding within your furnace. This can damage your furnace’s heat exchanger and create a dangerous carbon monoxide leak.
If you’ve overlooked regular maintenance for your furnace and you’re detecting this noise, give Luikart Heating & Cooling a ring at 740-200-5591. Our heating specialists will get your furnace tuned up and ensure it’s operating correctly.
Your ductwork can also make banging sounds when your furnace switches on, because the metal is expanding and contracting.
We recommend first looking at your furnace’s air filter and installing a new one if it’s dirty. Next, double-check you don’t have too many vents sealed in your residence, as it can make air pressure uneven.
If neither of these methods repair the sound, your ductwork might be dirty or undersized, which will be a need for 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 usually seen with a sputtering blower fan motor, which will make an irritating buzzing noise when your furnace begins to heat. It could also mean there’s an issue with the capacitor or transformer. All three of these issues need support from a professional heating and cooling company like Luikart Heating & Cooling.
Furnace Making Knocking Noise
If your furnace is making knocking sounds, it’s usually a symptom that an internal component is worn out. This might be anything from a bearing to a belt or the gas valve. It can also be a symptom that your burners need to be cleaned.
These problems are frequently uncovered during regular maintenance done by a certified HVAC pro. So, while we’re at your residence working on repairs, don’t forget to check with us about scheduling your maintenance appointment for the upcoming year.
Furnace Making Clicking Noise
A clicking sound could be the result of issues: worn bearings, gas valve troubles or ignition issues. All these troubles need skilled help.
At Luikart Heating & Cooling, our specialists are here to help you enjoy peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. If your furnace is louder than normal or producing strange sounds, contact us at 740-200-5591 to book an appointment now.