The winter weather has arrived in Annapolis, Maryland. To stay warm and cozy, you depend on your heating system to deliver heated air around the clock. While you might hear it hum, you shouldn’t notice it making any other sounds. If your heater is making any of these noises, it’s probably best that you schedule an inspection right away:
Hissing
Do you hear hissing sounds around your heating system? Most times, a hissing sound indicates that air is escaping through leaky ducts. This will cause your heating bills to increase and add extra strain on your heater. Therefore, it’s important to get this issue checked and repaired as soon as possible.
Rattling
Many heater problems cause ratting sounds. If you hear the rattle near the outdoor unit, it’s likely that debris has gotten inside and needs clearing. If you hear the rattle near the indoor unit, there’s probably a part that has come loose. To prevent further damage to your heater, it’s critical to schedule an inspection immediately.
Squealing
Numerous issues can cause squealing. Often, though, it’s usually because of a worn belt. This is a relatively cheap and simple heater repair. But you should still have an experienced HVAC professional complete it.
Clanking
The worst sound you can hear coming from your heating system is clanking. That’s because it almost always indicates a serious problem. The sooner you have it checked out, the lower your risk of requiring a costly repair or replacement.
Is your heater making a strange sound? Don’t ignore it and hope it’ll go away on its own. You’ll end up paying more for it. Contact Coastal Heating & Air Conditioning Co., Inc. today at 410-919-0110 for quality heating services at a fair price. Our team of experienced HVAC professionals is standing by to make sure you’re heating your home effectively and efficiently this winter.
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