(678) 347-3362Recognizing Different Sounds And Their Meaning.
Banging And Cracking Chunks Of Stone Noises Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
These noises usually are easy to rectify. Always SWITCH OFF your AC unit before inspecting for any noise. The most common causes include:-
- Dust or stone particles in the condenser.
- Faulty screws
- Sticks or twigs in the outdoor unit.
- Broken fan or motor.
Screeching And Squealing Noises Are Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
Screeching and squealing are high-pitched noises that can be annoying. The most common causes include:-
- Worn out broken belt.
- High pressure of the compressor.
Pulsating Noises Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
Slow pulsating noises are self rectifying, but if your Ac unit makes loud and rhythmic noises, it needs professional service. The most common causes include:-
- Loose fan blade or coil.
- The plastic base of your Ac unit vibrates and creates noise.
- Contact of Ac walls with refrigerant.
Hissing Sound Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
If your Ac unit is making noises similar to a snake, look out for these common causes:-
- Leaky refrigerant.
- Compressor valve leak.
- High pressure of the compressor.
Clicking The Sound Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
Normal clicks are usually heard at the starting and end of the cooling cycle. If you hear any click in between, it requires professional service. The most common causes include:-
- Obstruction in your AC fans.
- Loss of charge in the capacitor.
- Faulty electrical signals.
- Loose AC fan.
- Malfunctioning thermostat.
Whistling Sound Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
The most common causes include:-
- Leak in the AC duct.
- Obstruction of the airflow.
- Clogged air filter.
Humming Noise Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
Slow humming noises are normal, indicating that the fan is running. Contact your technician today if you hear loud humming noises coming from your HVAC unit. The most common causes include:-
- Low lubrication level.
- Contactor failure.
- Bent fin coils.
- Motor fan malfunction.
The Crackling Sound Is Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
Dirt and dust can cause clogging of Air filters, compressors, and evaporator coils that condense the cold air in the form of frost, ice, and in extreme cases, ice ledges that can be harmful to your HVAC unit. The most common causes include:-
- Formation of ice ledges.
- Dirty and clogged air filters.
Buzzing Noise Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
The most common causes include:-
- Compressor malfunctioning.
- Loose parts.
- Capacitor breakdown.
- Faulty motor.
- Contactor failure.
- Loose wires.
- Freezing of AC parts.
Grinding Noises Are Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
The most common causes include:-
- Compressor breakdown.
- Motor failure.
Bubbling And Gurgling Noises Are Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
The most common causes include:-
- Improper sealing of refrigerant lines.
- Excessive moisture in your AC unit.
The Dripping Sound Is Coming From Your HVAC Unit.
The most common causes include:-
- High level of condensation.
- AC coil freezing.
DO NOT Ignore These Noises. Contact Your HVAC Technician Now!
Regular service maintenance and assessments help improve your cooling comfort and increase the longevity of your HVAC system. At Diego HVAC LLC, we provide you with the best service appointments and professional assistance with great quality service. Contact us to schedule your appointment today!
