{"id":2045,"date":"2024-10-14T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goservicemax.com\/blog\/?p=2045"},"modified":"2024-10-11T13:59:11","modified_gmt":"2024-10-11T17:59:11","slug":"spooky-sounds-does-your-furnace-need-repair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goservicemax.com\/blog\/heating-service\/spooky-sounds-does-your-furnace-need-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"Spooky Sounds: Does Your Furnace Need Repair?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Groans and wails. Something going bump in the night. What\u2019s lurking in your basement or hiding in a closet? It\u2019s not ghosts or ghouls. It\u2019s actually just your heating system<\/a>. Why is your furnace making all that noise? Does it need to be repaired? What could be wrong? We\u2019ll explain, so you don\u2019t need to fear your furnace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Groaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not some sort of monstrous complaint from an overworked furnace. Chances are, it\u2019s worn-out bearings in the blower fan motor. Over time, they can get ground down. Having repairs done now can ensure that all you need to replace is the bearings, and perhaps some lubricant. Delaying repairs could mean the entire motor gets damaged and needs to be replaced!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Screeching<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not all furnaces have belts, but some do, to translate the power from the motor into rotational movement for the blower fan. And if a belt starts to stretch, tear, or slip out of position, it can make a terrible squealing, screeching sound! Again, prompt repair makes a huge difference. If that belt comes all the way loose, it could hit and damage other furnace components, leading to a more extensive repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rattling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most likely cause of rattling is pretty simple: something is loose. A screw, a fan blade, or something is slightly out of position so that parts rattle against one another. It could be in your furnace or, if the sound seems to be coming from your vents, it could be in your ductwork. Either way, just as with the belt, you don\u2019t want components hitting each other and causing more problems, so get repairs promptly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clicking or Buzzing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These sounds can sometimes be made by simple mechanical means, with parts tapping or vibrating against one another. But they can also be electrical in origin, so it\u2019s important to take them seriously. Electrical problems in your furnace create a fire hazard, so have it looked at by a qualified technician right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whistling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just like when you use your mouth to form a whistle, this sound is created by air rushing through a small opening. Chances are, this is happening in your ductwork, not your actual furnace. Duct leaks are so common and so wasteful that in most homes, about 30% of heated air is lost through cracks and holes in the ductwork. It\u2019s an expensive waste, but these gaps can be sealed by an HVAC professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Problem Prevention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best way to avoid having your furnace make alarming noises is to get routine maintenance done every fall, ideally before you need to turn on your heat for the first truly cold day. But no matter what time of year it is, if it\u2019s been at least a year since you\u2019ve gotten maintenance done, schedule it now. It can save you a great deal of trouble!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t hesitate to reach out if you have questions about odd heating system noises or need to schedule furnace repair in Skokie, IL<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact ServiceMax<\/strong><\/a> with any questions about your heating system.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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