HVAC systems should never make loud and strange noises. Since ductless mini-split systems are famous for their ability to operate in almost total silence, this principle applies doubly to them. We’ll discuss three ductless noises that homeowners in Spring Hill, FL should never ignore.
1. Hissing or Bubbling
Most noises that come from your ductless system have multiple possible causes. However, hissing and bubbling sounds point to only one thing: a refrigerant leak. If refrigerant escapes from holes in the system’s refrigerant lines, the gas will make hissing sounds, and if air then moves in to displace the refrigerant that has leaked out, bubbles will form.
Since inhaling refrigerant can be quite harmful, don’t try to do anything about this problem on your own. Instead, when you hear these noises, call for professional help right away.
2. Rattling or Banging
If you hear something rattling around inside your mini-split system, it’s likely that small bits of debris, like pebbles or twigs, have found their way into the system and are tumbling around. This is more than merely an annoying noise. The junk that’s responsible for the noise may damage or clog various parts of your system and cause its overall performance to substantially decline.
If one of the system’s fan blades comes loose, it may start banging against another part of the system. To stop these noises, and fix the issue, you’ll need to schedule maintenance services.
3. Buzzing
Buzzing noises often point to the existence of electrical issues. The sound may suggest that some of your system’s wires have frayed and lost their insulation. Since this is a serious situation that, if allowed to persist, may result in an electrical fire, ask HVAC technicians to examine your system.
Since your ears are two of the most valuable tools that you have for detecting problems with your mini-split system, don’t hesitate to trust them. When you hear something odd, call Senica Air Conditioning, Inc. and sign up for professional air conditioning services in Spring Hill, FL.
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