Air conditioners should operate relatively quietly, making little more than a slight hum as they work. Therefore, if the AC system in your home starts making a racket, you can be sure that something has gone awry. Let’s review why your AC system in Jacksonville, NC, is making so much noise.
Squealing
If your AC system suddenly generates jarring and high-pitched squeals, the fan is often the culprit. Perhaps the fan has broken or the blower motor may have succumbed to mechanical malfunction. Alternatively, your air conditioner may have failing bearings, a loose fan belt or a faulty compressor.
Buzzing
There are many reasons your AC system may emit a loud buzzing noise. For example, it may have multiple loose parts, its fan motor may be on the verge of failure or its various units may be full of pebbles, dust or other debris. The proper response to this issue is to schedule repairs or maintenance services.
Hissing and Gurgling
Various things may cause the noises we’ve been discussing up to now, but there’s only one cause for any hissing or gurgling sounds that may come from your AC system: a refrigerant leak. If your system’s refrigerant lines sustain any damage, gaseous refrigerant might leak out, generating a hissing noise. You may hear gurgling once air bubbles form in the space that the refrigerant has vacated.
We cannot stress urgently enough that you must never try to stop a refrigerant leak on your own or attempt to replace the refrigerant that your AC system has lost. Refrigerant is highly toxic. Leave that work to our trained professionals.
Your ears are two of the most trustworthy tools you’ll ever have for detecting trouble with your AC system. If something sounds odd, call Comfort Heating & Cooling Service today to take advantage of the best AC repair services around Jacksonville, NC.
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