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Why Does My Furnace Make a Loud Noise When It Turns Off?
Loud noises coming from your furnace can be alarming, but it doesn’t mean there is a huge problem. When you hear a banging noise, the problem can be simple to fix. Whether you need to replace a dirty filter or clean your ductwork, loud noises can be caused by a number of things. If you aren’t comfortable trying to fix the problem on your own, it’s time to call in a professional to service your furnace. Here are some things you can do to try and fix the problem yourself.
Can a Water Leak Cause Pipes to Rattle?
Ever have a water leak and hear shaking, rattling or roaring? Your house can sound like a plane on a tarmac or one of those AAMCO commercials with the car shaking and all that noise coming from the engine!
In actuality, if you turn on the faucet and there’s a leak, it can cause your pipes to make noise – and the roaring noise can get loud enough to make vibrations, so you may hear whining, squeaking, hissing, banging or rapid machine gun fire sounds. But here’s the thing: each noise is specific to a problem within your pipes. Let’s explore the sounds to help you diagnose the problem.
5 Signs Your Office’s Boiler Needs Service
In office buildings, repairing boilers can be expensive, but waiting can prove costly. Ideally the owner should have the boiler inspected by a qualified contractor every year. This is to avoid any unexpected emergencies. However, it’s usually on the coldest day that the boiler acts up. To avoid this, here are a few tips to see if your boiler needs to be serviced. Signs the boiler may need servicing:
What Can I Do to Prevent Build-Up on My HVAC Units?
Numerous issues can cause your HVAC unit to malfunction. One of the main problems could be a buildup of materials such as dirt, snow, dust, debris and trash on exterior and interior coils impeding proper air flow to the system. Fortunately, there are a number of fixes that won’t cost you a penny.
What Do I Do if My System is Not Heating?
Your home’s HVAC unit performs many functions such as heating, cooling and ventilation to make your indoor living spaces as comfortable as possible. Breakdown or malfunctioning of the HVAC’s components can lead to poor working of the unit. HVAC systems not heating is a common issue that can be caused by several different issues with your unit.
How do New Water Heater Regulations Impact Me?
If you are like the vast majority of people in the country, you probably don’t give all that much thought to your water heater until that moment when you suddenly realize that your pantry is ankle deep in water. If plumbing is not your thing, you would normally scramble to the phone to call a trained professional to handle the disaster, but new water heater regulations mean you will need to give some thought as to how you want to replace the damaged unit.
Are All Commercial Air Filters Created Equally?
Commercial air filters come in a variety of qualities and exist for a variety of purposes. Some offer little more air quality protection than a wet towel, while others can block bacteria particles. Choosing the right commercial air filter simply requires a little time and research.
3 Signs it’s Time to Replace the Refrigerant in Your Air Conditioner
The refrigerant in your cooling system is the element that makes it possible for your cooling system to transfer warm air to the exterior of your home and cooled air to your living spaces. Run low on refrigerant and your system will be less efficient and may even stop cooling your rooms all together.
What Can I Do to Make Sure My HVAC System is Running Safely and Efficiently?
The simple answer to this question is that there is no way to know for sure whether your HVAC system is running at its safest and most efficient. However, there are certain things you can do to raise your odds:
4 Reasons Why Now is a Good Time for HVAC Maintenance
Winter, summer, spring, or fall, there is basically never a bad time of the year to engage in HVAC maintenance. A properly maintained HVAC system provides big benefits to your home year round. However, if you are considering HVAC maintenance and don’t know if it is the right decision, here are 4 reasons why now is a good time to get it performed.