It’s typical for your heat pump to make some noise as it heats or cools your home. Wintertime can make it even more noisy, since it could switch to defrost mode to avoid frosting over.
There are a few things you can do to make your heat pump run more quietly all year-round.
1. Request Regular Heat Pump Tune-Ups
Heat pump maintenance is very important, as it keeps your manufacturer warranty ongoing. This keeps your finances in tact if your heat pump experiences a huge malfunction while it’s under warranty.
It can also help our technicians uncover tiny troubles that can make your heat pump louder. And potentially help you not have an expensive repair during extreme weather that compromises your comfort.
If minor heat pump issues slide by undiscovered, they may make your system malfunction down the road. By finding issues like this early, our pros can get your heat pump repaired before you really need it.
Even more important, having a professional clean and lubricate your heat pump’s moving components might make it more efficient. This could help you spend less on your heating and cooling costs.
As your heat pump operates all year, we recommend having this service done biannually, before summer and before winter.
2. Regularly Put in a New Air Filter
Your residence’s air keeps fresh and clean due to your air filter. When the filter becomes clogged, it can result in a couple of problems, like short cycling. This makes your heat pump turn on and off more regularly, use excess energy and may wear it out more rapidly.
Here’s how often we advise putting in a new air filter:
- Flat filter: Once a month
- Pleated filter: Every three months
If you have allergies or pets, you may need to get a new filter more often.
3. Get in Touch with Booneville Heating & Cooling When Your Heat Pump Is Making Weird Noises
Some heat pumps, typically older ones, can create more noise than others. If you’re experiencing extremely loud or weird noises, you should get in touch with a heating and cooling company like Booneville Heating & Cooling for heat pump repair in Booneville.
Here are several noises that are a sign something’s up with your heat pump, how to solve them and when you should contact a pro.
Heat Pump Making High-Pitched Noise
If your heat pump is making sound that is creating a headache, including screeching or squealing, it’s frequently due to the motor. The bearings may be dirty, or the motor may be wearing down. Nevertheless, you need to have a specialist examine it.
Heat Pump Making Buzzing Sounds
Buzzing noises are regularly tied to electrical pieces, which should be checked by a trained HVAC pro.
Heat Pump Making Hissing Noise
If your heat pump is hissing, a few areas could be the problem. You could have a hole in your air ducts in some area, which means conditioned air is leaking and your home will be less comfy as a consequence. A hissing sound might also mean your heat pump is suffering from a refrigerant leak, which is an emergency. Your system relies on refrigerant to transfer heat, and when there’s inadequate fluid, you could cause serious damage to your heat pump. Contact us at 662-269-8716 right away for assistance.
Like we talked about previously, a lot of heat pump troubles can be uncovered and taken care of during biannual tune-ups. While we’re at your home finishing repairs, don’t forget to ask about scheduling your next maintenance appointment.
You deserve to enjoy quiet, energy-efficient comfort. When your heat pump is producing more noise than it usually does or odd sounds, contact us at 662-269-8716 to request your appointment immediately.
