Should My Heat Pump Be So Noisy in Seneca, SC?

The heat pump in your Seneca, SC, home shouldn’t make loud and persistent noises. Any sounds other than a soft hum and some possible clicking that disappears shortly after start-up likely mean that some kind of trouble is afoot. Below, we’ll discuss some potential issues that could cause your home’s heat pump to be excessively noisy

Hissing or Gurgling

These are the characteristic noises that accompany refrigerant leaks. Hissing occurs when refrigerant gas streams out of a hole in your heat pump’s refrigerant lines or some other important component. Gurgling arises when air displaces the refrigerant and forms bubbles.

Refrigerant is a highly toxic substance, and inhaling even a small quantity of it may endanger your health. For that reason, you should never try to stop refrigerant leaks or refill your system on your own. Leave such work to trained professionals.

Banging

A few different things may cause this noise. If the noise occurs rhythmically, a likely explanation is that one of your heat pump’s fans has come loose, and a fan blade has begun hitting some other part of the system. Perhaps ice has formed in the interior, and the fan blade is striking that.

It’s also possible that some other part has come loose and is rattling or banging around. If large chunks of debris have gotten into your system, they may also make this noise. Ultimately, the solution to these issues is to have HVAC professionals perform maintenance on your heat pump, secure all of its parts and clean out any debris.

Squealing

A high-pitched squeal may indicate that a component in your heat pump’s blower motor is failing. Given how important the blower motor is, we strongly advise you to have a professional technician inspect your HVAC system an make any necessary repairs.

When your heat pump makes your ears perk up, you should be ready to act. If you live in Seneca, SC, call the Lovingood Heating Company, and ask for our heat pump services.

Image provided by iStock