As your furnace switches on and begins to warm up your home, it’s common for it to produce some noise. These sounds, such as the burners igniting and the blower operating, are all part of the normal start-up procedures.

But there are a few things you can do to make your furnace run more quietly this winter.

1. Request Regular Furnace Maintenance

Furnace maintenance is very important, as it keeps your manufacturer warranty in place. This helps defend you if something huge stops working in your furnace during your warranty period.

It can also help our pros discover little issues that can make your furnace noisy. And potentially help you sidestep a breakdown on the chilliest day of the year. The Indoor Air Quality Association reports that annual maintenance can decrease your likelihood of furnace breakdowns by up to 95%.

If little furnace issues go unnoticed, they may lead to trouble down the road. By unearthing these issues sooner, our technicians can get your furnace repaired before heating season is in full swing.

And most important, specialized cleaning and lubrication of your furnace’s moving pieces can help make it more efficient. A properly maintained furnace could save up to 30% on your utility expenses, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

2. Frequently Replace Your Furnace’s Air Filter

Your air filter helps keep your home’s air fresh and clean. When it gets too filthy, it can make your furnace turn on and off more than it should. Known as short cycling, this can cause your furnace to eat up additional fuel and make it break down faster.

Our advice for replacing your furnace filter:

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

You may have to change your filter more frequently if you have allergies or pets.

3. Call Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning When Your Furnace Is Producing Strange Noises

Some furnaces, particularly older ones, may be noisier than others. But if you’re hearing very loud or odd noises, it may be time to contact a heating and cooling company like Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning for furnace repair in Wyandotte.

Here are a couple of noises to keep an eye out for, how to repair them and when to contact a professional.

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 discharging this water, it may make gurgling or bubbling sounds. You’ll require experienced support for this problem, since it may 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 a couple of things.

Haven’t scheduled maintenance recently and your furnace is making a banging sound when starting? Its burners might be dirty. Dirty burners can delay ignition, which results in gas accumulating in your furnace.

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

If you’ve ignored regular tune-ups for your furnace and you’re detecting this noise, give Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning a call at 734-284-1224. Our heating specialists will get your furnace tuned up and double-check it’s working correctly.

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

We advise first looking at your furnace’s air filter and replacing it if it’s dirty. Next, ensure you don’t have too many vents shut in your house, as it can throw off air pressure.

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

Furnace Making Humming or Buzzing Noise

If your furnace is buzzing or humming, it’s a sign there’s an electrical issue. This is most often seen with a sputtering blower fan motor, which will make a loud buzzing noise when your furnace begins to heat. It might also mean there’s an issue with the capacitor or transformer. All three of these troubles need help from a skilled heating and cooling company like Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning.

Furnace Making Knocking Noise

If your furnace is making knocking sounds, it’s frequently a symptom that an internal part is going out. This may be anything from a bearing to a belt or the gas valve. It could also be a sign that your burners need cleaning.

These troubles are typically uncovered during annual maintenance provided by a certified HVAC tech. So, while we’re at your house doing repairs, don’t forget to inquire about scheduling your maintenance appointment for the future.

Furnace Making Clicking Noise

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

At Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning, our professionals are here to help you unwind in peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. If your furnace is louder than it usually is or producing weird sounds, contact us at 734-284-1224 to request an appointment now.