It’s expected for your heat pump to create some noise as it heats or cools your residence. Wintertime can make it especially noisy, since it could go into defrost mode to stop itself from freezing over.
There are a couple of things you can do to make your heat pump operate more quietly throughout the year.
1. Request Biannual Heat Pump Tune-Ups
Heat pump maintenance is extremely important, because it keeps your manufacturer warranty ongoing. This shields your finances if your heat pump develops a major malfunction while it’s under warranty.
It can also help our techs find little issues that can make your heat pump generate more noise. And likely help you not have a pricey repair during severe weather that compromises your comfort.
If small heat pump problems slide by undiscovered, they might make your system break down down the road. By fixing issues like this ahead of time, our professionals can get your heat pump working well before you truly need to depend on it.
Even more crucial, having a professional clean and lubricate your heat pump’s moving components might make it more efficient. This could help you spend less on your heating and cooling bills.
As your heat pump operates throughout the year, we advise having this work done biannually, before summer and before winter.
2. Regularly Install a New Air Filter
Your residence’s air stays fresh and clean because of your air filter. When the filter gets clogged, it can result in a couple of troubles, including short cycling. This makes your heat pump turn on and off more frequently, need excess energy and may wear it out more quickly.
Here’s how often we recommend changing your air filter:
- Flat filter: Once a month
- Pleated filter: Every three months
If you have allergies or pets, you could need to get a new filter more regularly.
3. Get in Touch with Integrity AC & Heating LLC When Your Heat Pump is Making Weird Noises
Some heat pumps, typically older ones, can produce more noise than others. If you’re hearing very loud or strange noises, you should get in touch with a heating and cooling company like Integrity AC & Heating LLC for heat pump repair in Phoenix.
Here are a few 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 creating a headache, like screeching or squealing, it’s frequently tied to the motor. The bearings might be dirty, or the motor could be breaking down. Regardless, you need to have a pro look at it.
Heat Pump Making Buzzing Sounds
Buzzing noises are often due to electrical components, which should be examined by a trained HVAC technician.
Heat Pump Making Hissing Noise
If your heat pump is hissing, several spots could be the issue. You may have a leak in your air ducts in some spot, which means conditioned air is escaping and your home will be less cozy because of 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 there isn’t enough fluid, you could seriously damage your heat pump. Contact us at 602-971-0567 immediately for help.
Like we covered previously, the majority of heat pump issues can be caught and taken care of during biannual tune-ups. While our pros are at your house doing repairs, don’t forget to check with us about scheduling your next maintenance appointment.
You should get calm, energy-efficient comfort. When your heat pump is making more noise than it typically does or odd sounds, contact us at 602-971-0567 to request your appointment immediately.