Your Kirkwood, MO ductless HVAC system shouldn’t make a lot of noise. While this system isn’t completely silent during normal operation, but if it’s too loud, that’s not normal. Here are some reasons why your ductless system is louder than it should be.
Improper Installation
If your ductless system has an insecure mount, then the equipment might rattle or vibrate during normal operation. You might hear the rattling or vibrating because the equipment is too loose and is struggling to stay in place. This can occur if technicians didn’t install your system properly.
The System Needs Better Insulation
The indoor unit of a ductless system doesn’t necessarily need extra insulation. But the wall or area around where you mount the unit can possibly benefit from insulation. This can reduce any extra noise or vibration that might transfer from the unit to the walls in your home.
There Are Loose Parts Somewhere in the System
It’s not all that uncommon for parts in your system to become loose. For example, vibrations from the unit can possibly cause items, like brackets, to loosen. When this happens, you might hear rattling or banging sounds coming from within the system.
There Are Problems With the Fans
The indoor and outdoor units of your system contain fans that help circulate air. Damage to a fan blade or a malfunctioning fan motor can cause a whirring or grinding noise. An HVAC technician can perform maintenance on your system to check if there’s a problem with the fans.
Your ductless system will make some noise, but an excessively loud system is cause for concern. Contact us at C & G Heating & Cooling today to learn how we can get your noisy ductless system working efficiently.
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