As your furnace starts up and prepares to warm up your home, it’s expected for it to create some noise. These sounds, including the burners igniting and the blower operating, are all part of the typical start-up procedures.

But there are a few things you can do to make your furnace less noisy this winter.

1. Request Regular Furnace Maintenance

Furnace maintenance is extremely important, as it keeps your manufacturer warranty valid. This helps protect you if something big stops working in your furnace during your warranty range.

It can also help us find little issues that could make your furnace noisy. And possibly help you sidestep a breakdown on the chilliest day of the year. The Indoor Air Quality Association reports that annual maintenance can reduce your likelihood of furnace breakdowns by up to 95%.

If little furnace problems go undetected, they may lead to trouble later on. By unearthing these troubles sooner, our professionals can get your furnace repaired before heating season is at its peak.

And most essential, pro cleaning and lubrication of your furnace’s moving pieces can help make it more efficient. A properly maintained furnace could save up to 30% on your utility expenses, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

2. Routinely Replace Your Furnace’s Air Filter

Your air filter helps keep your residence’s air fresh and clean. When it becomes too clogged, it can make your furnace turn on and off too frequently. Called short cycling, this can cause your furnace to eat up additional gas 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 install a new filter more frequently if you have allergies or pets.

3. Call US Air Heating and Cooling When Your Furnace Is Producing Weird Noises

Some furnaces, especially older ones, can be noisier than others. But if you’re detecting very loud or odd noises, you might need to call a heating and cooling company like US Air Heating and Cooling for furnace repair in Rock Hill.

Here are a few noises to keep an eye out for, how to fix them and when to get in touch with a specialist.

Furnace Making Gurgling or Bubbling Noise

This noise is more common with high-efficiency furnaces. That’s because they emit fumes dissimilarly than older furnaces, and the process can create some moisture. If your furnace is experiencing difficulties discharging 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 good thing when your furnace is making a banging sound. It can mean several things.

Haven’t requested maintenance recently and your furnace is creating a banging sound when starting? Its burners could be dirty. Dirty burners can delay ignition, which leads gas to accumulate inside your furnace.

All that accumulated gas can cause a banging or booming racket when your furnace ultimately} does ignite. But this is more than merely an irritating noise, since 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 tune-ups for your furnace and you’re noticing this noise, give US Air Heating and Cooling a ring at 803-220-0761. Our heating pros will get your furnace tuned up and double-check it’s working correctly.

Your ductwork can also produce banging sounds when your furnace turns on, since the metal is expanding and contracting.

We advise first checking your furnace’s air filter and replacing it if it’s dirty. Next, make sure you don’t have too many vents sealed in your residence, as it can make air pressure uneven.

If neither of these things repair the problem, your ductwork could be dirty or undersized, which will be a need for assistance from a professional HVAC tech.

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 sputtering blower fan motor, which will produce an annoying buzzing noise when your furnace starts. It might also mean there’s an issue with the capacitor or transformer. All three of these issues need help from a skilled heating and cooling company like US Air Heating and Cooling.

Furnace Making Knocking Noise

If your furnace is making knocking sounds, it’s typically a symptom that an internal piece is dying. This may be anything from a bearing to a belt or the gas valve. It can also be a sign that your burners need to be cleaned.

These troubles are usually uncovered during regular maintenance provided by a certified HVAC professional. So, while we’re at your home performing repairs, don’t forget to check with us about requesting your maintenance appointment for the future.

Furnace Making Clicking Noise

A clicking sound may be the result of problems: worn bearings, gas valve problems or ignition problems. All these problems need specialized help.

At US Air Heating and Cooling, our experts are here to help you unwind in peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. If your furnace is louder than normal or producing weird sounds, contact us at 803-220-0761 to book an appointment now.