This is a new noise this year and when it starts it sounds like someones kicking the funace, does anyone know what that could be, and is it normal, I might have to break down and have someone look at it but for some reason furnace men remind me of automechanics, you know what I mean, $$$$$$.
2007-03-08 14:43:08 · 7 answers · asked by sweepit 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Hey it's not that I don't want to pay the 75.00 an hr, I just feel like their going to say you need this and this, you must replace this, do I really need all those items fixed or is it just one item I should have replaced, by the way this furnace is over 22 years old, and it's gas, oh I also have cold air returns that the cold air comes in from the out side brrrrrrrrrr. That doesn't seem right. I live in MI, if you care and if you don't, that's fine to.
2007-03-09 01:04:06 · update #1
" for some reason furnace men remind me of automechanics"
Well we kind of are.when I charge 74.00 dollars an hour that money flies in many different directions.It is bulk word called
over head.Yes we are in business to make a profit but that's getting harder to do these days.
To your problem it sounds like to me like the blower wheel is going south or the burners are having a problem igniting.Ask around for a good company in your area and have it checked out.By not having hvac equipment serviced every year will shorten the life of the equipment and could place your family in danger.
2007-03-08 17:18:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't mention the fuel source, so I'm gonna throw a dart and guess fuel oil. If so, I'm guessing that you've got some after drip... oil that didn't burn at the end of the last burn cycle. It's still there at the start of the next burn cycle and consequently, goes BOOM when the burner first comes on. A Clean & Tune from your HVAC tech should solve that; new nozzle and filter. Make sure the nozzle is the correct size/type for your furnace, not just a replacement of the size/type that's in there now. Sometimes techs will not have the nozzle recommended for your furnace on their truck and will use one that's "close". Techs after that one will match the nozzle they put in with the one they took out... not a good thing. You can find the exact nozzle you need at the manufacturer's web site, or on the furnace data plate (a little silver plate inside the furnace cabinet).
2007-03-08 23:29:15 · answer #2 · answered by weatherization guy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
COME ON NOW!!!! Not all HVAC and auto mechs are crooked! LOL
Shop around for a reputable Heating, Ventelation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) specialist...they want you to be safe.
on an oil fired furnace, it's probably just dirty electrodes, spray nozzle and electric eye. what ever type of system you have, it's just good sense to have it serviced anually. It could save you costly repaires in the future. Also, it will make your heating system more fuel efficient reducing your fuel consumption over the winter months.
Either way, you didn't give enough info to go on.
If you need to ask...you need help. :)
2007-03-08 23:34:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look a heating and cooling system needs to be service at least twice a year. once for the heating season and once for the upcoming cooling season. most people never have it done and *itch when there's a huge repair because of lack of preventive maintenance.
If it is making an unfamiliar noise get it checked out . Or let it go and pay huge in the end because your trying to save a buck.
I understand about paying too much but not all HVAC companies are looking to rip you off. Contact the BBB or ask around and see if any friends or family recommend.
Good luck.
2007-03-08 15:40:00 · answer #4 · answered by ric_ozz 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
assuming the furnace is firing and working do you change the filter every 3 months during the heating season??
it could be duct work making an collapsing sound.. like a bonk..
try that and its free..
2007-03-08 14:58:21 · answer #5 · answered by flashmp1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
does it start after the burn cycle? Like when the blower starts if so your blower motor maybe off causing the fan to hit or rub its housing. If its during the burner cycle you should hire a technician
2007-03-08 14:54:02 · answer #6 · answered by Crystal B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when anything heat up it make noise ,dependng on how old it is maybe you need to replace it , if your worried follow your gut and do your home work on line .look under furnace , i didnt bill you for this , lol lol
2007-03-08 14:50:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋