It’s typical for your heat pump to create 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 operate more quietly no matter the season.
1. Book Routine Heat Pump Checkups
Heat pump maintenance is very important, since it keeps your manufacturer warranty valid. This protects your finances if your heat pump has a big problem while it’s under warranty.
It can also help our professionals uncover small problems that can make your heat pump louder. And likely help you not have a pricey repair during intense weather that affects your comfort.
If small heat pump troubles slide by unnoticed, they can make your system stop working later. By fixing issues like this early, our professionals can get your heat pump repaired before you surely need to rely on it.
Even more important, having a pro clean and lubricate your heat pump’s moving components could make it more efficient. This could help you save more on your energy expenses.
Since your heat pump works all year, we advise having this tune-up done twice annually, before summer and before winter.
2. Regularly Install a New Air Filter
Your residence’s air keeps fresh and clean as a result of your air filter. When the filter gets clogged, it can result in some problems, such as short cycling. This makes your heat pump turn on and off more frequently, need more energy and might wear it out faster.
Here’s how regularly 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 get a new filter more often.
3. Contact Polar Air & Mechanical When Your Heat Pump Is Making Odd Noises
Some heat pumps, most often older ones, can generate more noise than others. If you’re experiencing extremely loud or strange noises, you should contact a heating and cooling company like Polar Air & Mechanical for heat pump repair in Myrtle Beach.
Here are a couple of noises that are an indication something’s wrong with your heat pump, how to fix them and when you should get in touch with a specialist.
Heat Pump Making High-Pitched Noise
If your heat pump is making noises that are giving you a headache, like screeching or squealing, it’s frequently tied to the motor. The bearings might be dirty, or the motor could be wearing down. Regardless, you need to have a pro inspect it.
Heat Pump Making Buzzing Sounds
Buzzing noises are regularly due to electrical components, which should be inspected by a licensed HVAC technician.
Heat Pump Making Hissing Noise
If your heat pump is hissing, several areas could be off. You may have a gap in your air ducts somewhere, which means conditioned air is leaking and your residence will be less comfy due to this. A hissing sound might also mean your heat pump is experiencing a refrigerant leak, which is an emergency. Your system has to have refrigerant to transfer heat, and when the fluid is low, you could cause serious damage to your heat pump. Contact us at 843-253-4874 immediately for support.
Like we covered earlier, a lot of heat pump problems can be caught and addressed during biannual tune-ups. While our professionals are at your house doing repairs, don’t forget to inquire about requesting your next maintenance appointment.
You deserve to enjoy calm, energy-efficient comfort. When your heat pump is creating more noise than it usually does or unfamiliar sounds, contact us at 843-253-4874 to request your appointment now.
