{"id":635,"date":"2011-10-28T08:00:11","date_gmt":"2011-10-28T12:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.boehmerheating.com\/blog\/?p=635"},"modified":"2011-10-25T11:50:54","modified_gmt":"2011-10-25T15:50:54","slug":"is-your-furnace-making-too-much-noise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.boehmerheating.com\/blog\/heating\/is-your-furnace-making-too-much-noise\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Your Furnace Making too Much Noise? (and Happy Halloween Weekend!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Happy Halloween weekend from everyone at Boehmer Heating &amp; Cooling! We hope you have a fantastically spooky time! But don&#8217;t be scared of the noises coming from your furnace, here is some\u00a0information\u00a0about common causes and solutions.<\/p>\n<p>The old saying that \u201cIt is better to be seen than heard\u201d certainly applies to the mechanical equipment in your Pittsburgh\u00a0home. If you hear a squeaky noise or loud clattering you automatically suspect that something is wrong. And if that noise is coming from your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boehmerheating.com\/heating\/furnaces\">furnace<\/a>, you better pay attention to it. A noise is an obvious sign of a problem \u2013 minor or major \u2013 and it could result in mechanical failure that could leave your home cold and uncomfortable \u2013 and affect your home\u2019s indoor air quality.<\/p>\n<p>Today\u2019s newer variable-speed furnaces keep a constant airflow through the ventilation system utilizing a low speed fan that consumes small amounts of electricity. Constant airflow brings in fresh air and keeps the room air from becoming stale or stagnant. Because of this constant operation, it is important to ensure the furnace is running at peak efficiency, which also means that it is running <em>quietly<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some common noises, possible reasons, and suggested repairs. As always, if you are in doubt about how to repair your furnace, call a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boehmerheating.com\/contact\">local qualified heating contractor<\/a> and schedule a service call.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Squealing noise \u2013 could be a worn out or slipping      blower belt. Check for proper tension of the belt or replace the belt if      it is worn out or cracked.<\/li>\n<li>Squealing noise \u2013 could be worn out motor shaft      bearings. Lubricate the blower motor at the proper points.<\/li>\n<li>Rumbling noise \u2013 often caused by a poorly      adjusted pilot light when the burners are turned off. Adjust the pilot as      necessary.<\/li>\n<li>Rumbling noise \u2013 often caused by dirty gas      burners when the burners are switched on. This problem requires service      from a qualified heating technician.<\/li>\n<li>Buzzing noise \u2013 often caused when a blower motor      mounting come loose. Tighten the mounting screws or use shims to fill      gaps.<\/li>\n<li>Hissing noise \u2013 indicates a possible air leak.      This problem requires service from a qualified heating technician.<\/li>\n<li>Ticking noise \u2013 possibly a leaky gas valve. This      problem requires service from a qualified heating technician.<\/li>\n<li>Rattling noise \u2013 could be a dirty fan blade. Wipe      the fan blade or clean with degreaser.<\/li>\n<li>Rattling, grinding, or whining \u2013 could be      resistance to airflow that causes the motor to work harder. Check the      vents in each room for dirt, debris, or obstructions and clear them.<\/li>\n<li>Vibrating noise \u2013 may not be the furnace but      loose or cracked seams in the ventilation system. Check the ductwork seams      and hangers to ensure everything is tight. You may need duct tape or      bracket hardware.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The best way to keep your furnace and ventilation system from making noises is to practice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boehmerheating.com\/maintenance-plans\">preventative maintenance<\/a>. Have your furnace checked annually by a qualified heating contractor \u2013 and enjoy the peace and quiet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Happy Halloween weekend from everyone at Boehmer Heating &#038; Cooling! We hope you have a fantastically spooky time! 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