It’s expected for your heat pump to create some noise as it heats or cools your house. Wintertime can make it particularly noisy, since it could go into defrost mode to prevent itself from icing over.

There are several things you can do to make your heat pump run more quietly no matter the season.

1. Schedule Biannual Heat Pump Maintenance

Heat pump maintenance is tremendously important, since it keeps your manufacturer warranty valid. This protects your finances if your heat pump has a huge problem during the time it’s under warranty.

It can also help our technicians discover little problems that can make your heat pump noisier. And likely help you not have a pricey repair during severe weather that compromises your comfort.

If little heat pump issues keep on going unnoticed, they may make your system break down later. By pinpointing issues like this sooner, our techs can get your heat pump working well before you really need to depend on it.

Even more critical, having a pro clean and lubricate your heat pump’s moving parts could make it more efficient. This could help you conserve more on your heating and cooling expenses.

Since your heat pump works throughout the year, we suggest having this work done twice a year, before summer and before winter.

2. Regularly Put in a New Air Filter

Your house’s air keeps fresh and clean as a result of your air filter. When the filter starts to be clogged, it can result in several troubles, including short cycling. This makes your heat pump turn on and off more often, consume more energy and might wear it out more quickly.

Here’s how frequently we suggest changing your air filter:

  • Flat filter: Once a month
  • Pleated filter: Every three months

If you have allergies or pets, you could need to replace the filter more often.

3. Contact Interstate Heating & Air Conditioning When Your Heat Pump Is Making Odd Noises

Some heat pumps, usually older ones, can produce more noise than others. If you’re experiencing very loud or odd noises, you should get in touch with a heating and cooling company like Interstate Heating & Air Conditioning for heat pump repair in Omaha.

Here are a couple of noises that mean something’s off with your heat pump, how to fix them and when you should call a professional.

Heat Pump Making High-Pitched Noise

If your heat pump is making noises that are giving you a headache, like screeching or squealing, it’s usually due to the motor. The bearings may be dirty, or the motor might be wearing down. Nevertheless, you need to have a pro examine it.

Heat Pump Making Buzzing Sounds

Buzzing noises are often tied to electrical pieces, which should be examined by a licensed HVAC pro.

Heat Pump Making Hissing Noise

If your heat pump is hissing, a couple of things could be the issue. You may have a gap in your air ducts in some area, which means conditioned air is escaping and your home will be less comfortable because of that. A hissing sound may also mean your heat pump is experiencing a refrigerant leak, which is an emergency. Your system has to have refrigerant to transfer heat, and when there isn’t enough fluid, you could seriously damage your heat pump. Call us at 402-581-9641 immediately for help.

Like we discussed previously, lots of heat pump problems can be caught and taken care of during routine maintenance. While we’re at your residence completing repairs, don’t forget to ask about booking your next maintenance appointment.

You should get calm, energy-efficient comfort. When your heat pump is producing more noise than it typically does or unfamiliar sounds, contact us at 402-581-9641 to request your appointment right away.