As your furnace turns on and begins to heat your house, it’s common for it to produce some noise. These sounds, such as the burners firing up and the blower running, are all part of the normal start-up process.

But there are a couple of things you can do to make your furnace quieter this winter.

1. Schedule Annual Furnace Maintenance

Furnace maintenance is extremely important, since it keeps your manufacturer warranty valid. This helps defend you if something big stops working in your furnace during your warranty period.

It can also help our pros uncover little issues that might make your furnace loud. And potentially help you avoid a breakdown on the chilliest day of the year. The Indoor Air Quality Association reports that regular maintenance can lower your probability of furnace malfunctions by up to 95%.

If small furnace issues go undetected, they may result in trouble down the road. By discovering these troubles sooner, our technicians can get your furnace repaired before heating season is in full swing.

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

2. Routinely Put in a New Furnace’s Air Filter

Your air filter helps keep your residence’s air fresh and clean. When it turns too clogged, it can make your furnace turn on and off too often. Called short cycling, this can cause your furnace to use additional gas and make it stop working faster.

Our suggestions for replacing your furnace filter:

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

You may have to install a new filter more regularly if you have allergies or pets.

3. Contact JTech Mechanical When Your Furnace Is Creating Strange Noises

Some furnaces, especially older ones, may be louder than others. But if you’re hearing exceedingly loud or strange noises, it may be time to call a heating and cooling company like JTech Mechanical for furnace repair in Magnolia.

Here are a couple of noises to be on the lookout for, how to repair them and when to call a pro.

Furnace Making Gurgling or Bubbling Noise

This noise happens more frequently with high-efficiency furnaces. That’s since they exhaust fumes differently than older furnaces, and the process can produce some moisture. If your furnace is having difficulties discharging this water, it could make gurgling or bubbling sounds. You’ll want skilled support for this issue, since it can be created by a blocked drain pipe or clogged drain pan.

Furnace Making Banging Noise

It’s not a great thing when your furnace is making a banging sound. It can mean a few things.

Haven’t scheduled maintenance recently and your furnace is creating a banging sound when starting? Its burners can be dirty. Dirty burners can hold up ignition, which causes gas to accumulate inside your furnace.

All that accumulated gas can make a banging or booming racket when your furnace finally does ignite. But this is more than only an irritating noise, since the accumulated gas is igniting within your furnace. This can crack your furnace’s heat exchanger and make a deadly carbon monoxide leak.

If you’ve forgotten regular maintenance for your furnace and you’re hearing this noise, give JTech Mechanical a ring at 281-231-8768. Our heating professionals will get your furnace tuned up and double-check it’s working correctly.

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

We recommend first checking your furnace’s air filter and getting a new one if it’s dirty. Next, ensure you don’t have too many vents closed in your residence, as it can throw off air pressure.

If neither of these things repair the problem, your ductwork could be dirty or undersized, which will require assistance from a skilled HVAC specialist.

Furnace Making Humming or Buzzing Noise

If your furnace is buzzing or humming, it’s a flag there’s an electrical issue. This is most frequently seen with a faltering blower fan motor, which will produce a loud buzzing noise when your furnace starts. It can also mean there’s trouble with the capacitor or transformer. All three of these problems need help from a skilled heating and cooling company like JTech Mechanical.

Furnace Making Knocking Noise

If your furnace is making knocking sounds, it’s typically a symptom that an internal piece is going out. This can be anything from a bearing to a belt or the gas valve. It can also be an indication that your burners are dirty.

These issues are typically uncovered during yearly maintenance provided by a certified HVAC technician. So, while we’re at your residence working on repairs, don’t forget to inquire about booking your maintenance appointment for the upcoming year.

Furnace Making Clicking Noise

A clicking sound might be the result of troubles: worn bearings, gas valve problems or ignition problems. All these issues need specialized support.

At JTech Mechanical, our specialists are here to help you relax in peaceful, energy-efficient comfort. If your furnace is louder than normal or producing strange sounds, contact us at 281-231-8768 to request an appointment today.