It’s typical for your heat pump to make some noise as it heats or cools your home. Wintertime can make it especially noisy, since it could switch to defrost mode to stop itself from freezing over.
There are a couple of things you can do to make your heat pump run more quietly throughout the year.
1. Schedule Regular Heat Pump Tune-Ups
Heat pump maintenance is very important, because it keeps your manufacturer warranty in place. This keeps your finances in tact if your heat pump has a huge malfunction during the time it’s under warranty.
It can also help our pros find little troubles that can make your heat pump louder. And potentially help you not have a costly repair during intense weather that compromises your comfort.
If minor heat pump issues continue to go undetected, they can make your system stop working later. By discovering troubles like this sooner, our professionals can get your heat pump repaired before you really need it.
Even more critical, having a professional clean and lubricate your heat pump’s moving parts might make it more efficient. This could help you spend less on your heating and cooling expenses.
Since your heat pump works year-round, we advise having this work done twice a year, before summer and before winter.
2. Regularly Install a New Air Filter
Your home’s air keeps fresh and clean because of your air filter. When the filter gets clogged, it can cause a few problems, including short cycling. This makes your heat pump turn on and off more frequently, consume excess energy and might wear it out more rapidly.
Here’s how frequently we recommend 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 replace the filter more regularly.
3. Call Interstate Heating & Air Conditioning When Your Heat Pump is Making Weird Noises
Some heat pumps, usually older ones, can produce more noise than others. If you’re noticing very loud or weird noises, you should call a heating and cooling company like Interstate Heating & Air Conditioning for heat pump repair in Omaha.
Here are several noises that are an indication something’s off with your heat pump, how to repair them and when you should get in touch with a professional.
Heat Pump Making High-Pitched Noise
If your heat pump is making sound that is giving you a headache, such as screeching or squealing, it’s often tied to the motor. The bearings could be dirty, or the motor might be wearing out. Nevertheless, you need to have a specialist look at it.
Heat Pump Making Buzzing Sounds
Buzzing noises are frequently due to electrical pieces, which should be checked by a trained HVAC tech.
Heat Pump Making Hissing Noise
If your heat pump is hissing, a couple of things could be off. You could have a hole in your air ducts in some area, which means conditioned air is escaping and your house will be less comfy as a result. A hissing sound might also mean your heat pump is experiencing a refrigerant leak, which is an emergency. Your system needs refrigerant to transfer heat, and when there isn’t enough fluid, you could cause serious damage to your heat pump. Call us at 402-509-5940 now for help.
Like we covered previously, the majority of heat pump issues can be uncovered and taken care of during regular maintenance. While our professionals are at your house doing repairs, don’t forget to inquire about booking your next maintenance appointment.
You should enjoy peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. When your heat pump is producing more noise than it should or sounds you don’t recognize, contact us at 402-509-5940 to request your appointment now.