As the weather gets warmer, Lorain homeowners will be relying more and more on their air conditioning to keep their home cool. While no air conditioner runs completely silently, some AC noises are cause for concern. Read on to find out more about the kinds of AC noises to keep an ear out for and when to schedule repairs.
Squealing Sounds
High-pitched squealing sounds from your air conditioner could indicate that there’s a problem with the compressor. In some cases, loose fan belts or fan-motor bearings can cause these noises to occur. Having a loose fan belt tightened or having fan-motor bearings lubricated might fix this problem. However, you’ll need prompt AC repairs if there’s a problem with the compressor.
Rattling Sounds
Rattling or banging sounds in your AC unit usually mean that one or more components is loose. You might have loose fan blades or connector rods in your unit that are causing these sounds. Having an HVAC technician check your AC unit as soon as possible can help determine the cause of these sounds. HVAC technicians can tighten or reattach any loose parts that are rattling around.
Buzzing Sounds
Buzzing sounds from your outdoor HVAC unit can mean that you have a faulty compressor or condenser fan. When you hear these noises from your indoor unit, this can mean that it has frozen evaporator coils. HVAC technicians can inspect your outdoor and indoor HVAC unit to find out what’s causing buzzing sounds to occur and make any repairs that are needed.
Clicking Sounds
It’s normal for your thermostat to make a clicking sound when it turns on and off. However, frequent clicking sounds usually mean there’s an electrical problem or you have a faulty thermostat that needs to be replaced. Have HVAC technicians check your thermostat and HVAC system to find the cause of these AC noises.
If you’re hearing unusual AC noises at your home in Lorain, please contact Energy 1 Heating and Air Conditioning. Our HVAC technicians can determine what’s causing these noises and make repairs as needed.
Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning
1 (440) 246-5440
Serving the Lorain, OH Area