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Strange Furnace Noises? Here’s What Could Be Haunting Your System

October 17, 2024 | Blog

As temperatures drop in Humble, Texas, and the surrounding areas, your furnace becomes essential to keeping your home warm and comfortable. But what do you do when your furnace starts making strange, unsettling noises? While these sounds might seem eerie, they often have simple mechanical causes that can be fixed. At Air Tech of Humble, we’re here to help you identify what’s causing these noises and how we can resolve them to keep your home cozy all season long.

Common Furnace Noises and Their Causes

  1. Banging or Popping Sounds
    • Cause: These noises usually happen when the furnace’s metal ducts expand and contract as they heat up and cool down. Delayed ignition, where gas builds up in the combustion chamber before igniting, could also be the cause.
    • Solution: Regular maintenance can prevent delayed ignition and other issues. Schedule a seasonal tune-up with Air Tech of Humble to keep your system operating safely and efficiently.
  2. Squealing or Whining
    • Cause: High-pitched squealing is often caused by a problem with the blower motor or a loose belt that requires lubrication or replacement.
    • Solution: Our skilled technicians can quickly diagnose and resolve these problems, ensuring your furnace runs smoothly and efficiently.
  3. Rattling or Rumbling
    • Cause: Loose panels or components can cause rattling, while rumbling noises might suggest a problem with the burner.
    • Solution: Tightening loose parts and cleaning the burner can resolve these noises. Contact Air Tech of Humble for heating repair services to keep your furnace in top condition.
  4. Humming
    • Cause: A low hum is generally normal, but if it becomes louder, it could point to an electrical issue or a fan motor problem.
    • Solution: It’s important to have your furnace inspected by a professional to ensure all components are working safely and efficiently.

At Air Tech of Humble, we take pride in offering top-quality heating services to the residents of Humble, New Caney, The Woodlands, and Tomball. Here’s why we’re your go-to heating and cooling provider:

  • Expert Technicians: Our team is highly trained and capable of handling any furnace issue, from routine maintenance to major repairs. We stay updated on the latest techniques to provide the best service possible.
  • Comprehensive Services: Whether you need furnace installation, repairs, or routine maintenance, we offer a full range of heating services to keep your home comfortable throughout the winter.
  • Customer-Centric Care: We tailor our services to meet your home’s unique needs, ensuring your complete satisfaction with every job we perform.

Air Tech of Humble’s Guarantees

At Air Tech of Humble, we back our work with Ironclad Guarantees that ensure your peace of mind:

  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you’re not completely satisfied with our services, we’ll make it right—no questions asked.
  • No Lemon Guarantee: If a major component fails during the warranty period, we’ll replace the entire system at no cost to you.

These guarantees give you confidence that your home’s heating system is in expert hands.

Serving Humble and the Surrounding Areas

Air Tech of Humble proudly serves Humble, New Caney, The Woodlands, Tomball, and the surrounding areas. Wherever you are, we’re here to meet your heating and cooling needs with reliable, professional service.

Contact Air Tech of Humble Today

If strange furnace noises are haunting your home, don’t wait for the problem to get worse. Contact Air Tech of Humble today at (346) 209-6112 to schedule your heating system tune-up or to learn more about our heating repair services. You can also schedule an appointment online! Let us help keep your home warm and comfortable this season!

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NO LEMON GUARANTEE
If the compressor in your air conditioner fails twice in the first 5 years, we will install a complete and new condensing unit. If the heat exchanger in your furnace fails in the first 10 years, we will install a new furnace.
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$500 NO FRUSTRATION GUARANTEE
If your system breaks down during the first year and leaves you without heating or cooling, we will be there within 24 hours or we will pay you $500 for your inconvenience.
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30% UTILITY SAVINGS GUARANTEE
You will save a minimum of 30% on your heating and cooling costs or we will refund double-the-difference of your savings not realized during the first year.
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PEACE OF MIND GUARANTEE
All technicians in your home have an extensive background check performed and are randomly drug tested for your safety.

What Our Customers Are Saying

Extremely Professional

This is the 2nd time we’ve used Elite and I can honestly say they will continue to be my go to company when it comes to heating and AC repairs. They are extremely professional, quick service times, and affordable, even for this single momma! Thank you again for saving us during this chilly winter.

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Elite Service and Great Pricing!

My technician Michael Ford was very knowledgeable and he made sure everything was working effectively. Michael was very professional and customer friendly. From the first day I started service the customer service has always been great. I would definitely recommend Elite because they are definitely going to give Elite service and great pricing!

Sharon B.

Very Honest and Thorough

Very honest and thorough. From the first contact with the scheduler to updated communication for appointments, very professional. Michael provided us different options to address system issues and charges were reasonable. 5 of 5 stars in service, highly recommend

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