As your furnace turns on and gets ready to heat your home, it’s expected for it to make some noise. These sounds, such as the burners firing up and the blower running, are all part of the usual start-up procedures.

But there are a couple of approaches you can do to make your furnace less noisy this winter.

1. Request Yearly Furnace Maintenance

Furnace maintenance is very important, because it keeps your manufacturer warranty in place. This helps protect you if something major stops working in your furnace during your warranty time.

It can also help our professionals spot little issues that could make your furnace loud. And maybe help you avoid a malfunction on the coldest day of the year. The Indoor Air Quality Association reports that regular maintenance can decrease your likelihood of furnace malfunctions by up to 95%.

If minor furnace troubles go undetected, they may cause trouble later on. By unearthing these issues sooner, our pros can get your furnace fixed before heating season is in full swing.

And most important, pro cleaning and lubrication of your furnace’s moving components can help make it more efficient. A well-maintained furnace could save up to 30% on your heating bills, 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 dirty, 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 wear out faster.

Our advice for replacing your furnace filter:

  • Flat filter: Once a month
  • Pleated filter: Every three months

You may have to replace your filter more often if you have allergies or pets.

3. Call Farnell Heating & Air Conditioning Inc When Your Furnace Is Producing Odd Noises

Some furnaces, particularly older ones, might be louder than others. But if you’re noticing exceedingly loud or odd noises, it may be time to get in touch with a heating and cooling company like Farnell Heating & Air Conditioning Inc for furnace repair in Mobile.

Here are a few noises to be looking for, how to solve them and when to call a specialist.

Furnace Making Gurgling or Bubbling Noise

This noise is more common with high-efficiency furnaces. That’s because they discharge fumes dissimilarly than older furnaces, and the process can make some moisture. If your furnace is experiencing difficulties draining this water, it can make gurgling or bubbling sounds. You’ll require experienced} support for this trouble, since it might 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 several things.

Haven’t had maintenance done recently and your furnace is producing a banging sound when starting? Its burners could be dirty. Dirty burners can delay ignition, which causes gas to accumulate within your furnace.

All that accumulated gas can make a banging or booming noise when your furnace finally} does ignite. But this is more than merely an irritating noise, because the accumulated gas is exploding within your furnace. This can break your furnace’s heat exchanger and make a deadly carbon monoxide leak.

If you’ve forgotten regular tune-ups for your furnace and you’re hearing this noise, give Farnell Heating & Air Conditioning Inc a shout at 251-471-2674. Our heating specialists will get your furnace tuned up and ensure it’s running correctly.

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

We recommend first checking your furnace’s air filter and replacing it if it’s clogged. Next, ensure you don’t have too many vents sealed in your residence, as it can throw off air pressure.

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

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 dying blower fan motor, which will make an annoying buzzing noise when your furnace begins to heat. It may also mean there’s an issue with the capacitor or transformer. All three of these problems need help from a skilled heating and cooling company like Farnell Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.

Furnace Making Knocking Noise

If your furnace is making knocking sounds, it’s typically 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 a sign that your burners need to be cleaned.

These issues are often uncovered during annual maintenance provided by a certified HVAC professional. So, while we’re at your house working on repairs, don’t forget to ask us about scheduling your maintenance appointment for next year.

Furnace Making Clicking Noise

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

At Farnell Heating & Air Conditioning Inc, our specialists are here to help you enjoy peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. If your furnace is louder than it usually is or producing strange sounds, contact us at 251-471-2674 to book an appointment today.