Is It Normal For My Boiler To Make Noise?

Is It Normal For My Boiler To Make Noise?

  • Heating
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Is It Normal For My Boiler To Make Noise?

Boilers can make noise as they heat your home. However, if your boiler is suddenly much louder than normal, or making strange sounds that you are not used to hearing, you might want to schedule maintenance at your property. Ideally, when your boiler is working correctly it should not make much noise when it is heating or off. In fact, depending on where your boiler is located in your property, it is pretty common to not notice it at all. In this article, we will cover a few different noises boilers can make, what they signify, and when to call a repair team to take a look. For homeowners and businesses in the North Shore area here in Massachusetts, our team is happy to help with repairs, maintenance, and replacement services. 

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What Boiler Sounds Are Normal?

Like any machine, a boiler has moving parts, so it is very rare that it should be 100% silent when it is working. There is often a quiet whirring sound that you might hear when you are close to your boiler. A rumbling sound is also normal. Rumbling is caused when the water in the boiler is heated and moved around. Clicking sounds can also occur as well. Many modern boiler systems have thermostats that can automatically flip switches to turn the boiler on or off. 

Why Is My Boiler Making Banging Sounds?

The normal sounds are all usually pretty quiet and might be noticeable if you are in a different room from the boiler. If your boiler starts making loud banging sounds, this could be a sign you need maintenance. Limescale can build up in a boiler which stops the water from flowing. This can cause the water to get to a much higher temperature than it should. Alternatively, if the thermostat is not working correctly, the water could also end up getting heat past the point it needs to. 

Are Grinding Noises From A Boiler Normal?

If you hear the sound of grinding coming from your boiler you should turn it off immediately. Grinding sounds are frequently a sign that your boiler has an issue with its pump. A boiler that has a faulty pump can lead to serious problems including overheating. You should call an HVAC professional to help fix the boiler and replace parts as needed. 

Contact North Shore Home Energy For Boiler Repairs

North Shore Home Energy works with homes throughout Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire, and Southern Maine to provide HVAC maintenance, repairs, and replacements. If you need help with your heating system this winter, please feel free to give us a call so we can help. 

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Signs Your Heat Pump Needs Repair

Signs Your Heat Pump Needs Repair

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Troubleshooting and solutions for Heat Pump Blowing Cold Air. Stay warm and cozy with expert tips from North Shore Home Energy!

Signs Your Heat Pump Needs Repair

On average a heat pump is designed to last about 15 years without needing replacements. Of course, that number is an average. Many homeowners have used their heat pumps past 15 years and some people need a replacement earlier. Getting tune-ups, maintenance, and routine services can help ensure that your heat pump lasts as long as possible and that issues are found and addressed early. That said, it is important to know the signs that your heat pump needs maintenance or repairs. Here are the common signs that something is wrong with your heat pump. For repairs and maintenance in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, contact the team at North Shore Home Energy! 

Troubleshooting and solutions for Heat Pump Blowing Cold Air. Stay warm and cozy with expert tips from North Shore Home Energy!

Heat Pump Won’t Turn On

The most obvious problem something is wrong is when your heat pump will not turn on at all. There are a few reasons this could happen, and a few of them are easy to fix on your own. For example, there could be an issue with your heat pump’s connection to the thermostat leading the heat pump to stay inert even as it gets colder. A tripped breaker can also lead to your heat pump not turning so make sure to check your circuit breaker. But if it is not either of these obvious issues, you should consider calling repair crews who can take a look for you. 

Heat Pump Is On But Not Making Heat

If your heat pump is not moving hot air there could be a problem with a clog or your air filter. Replacing your air filter can help, but generally speaking, if your heat pump is on but failing to heat your home it is recommended to have an HVAC crew come through to make sure your heat pump is working properly. 

Your Heat Pump Is Constantly Running

Generally speaking, your heat pump should come on, heat your home, and automatically shut off. If there are extremely cold temperatures it could cause your heat pump to stay running. But if your heat pump does not turn off there could be something wrong with your thermostat or other parts. 

There are Strange Sounds/Smells Coming From Your Heat Pump

If your heat pump is making strange sounds like a rattle or screech it could be a sign that something is loose inside your heat pump or something is out of place. Similarly, if you notice a strange smell from your heat pump it could be a sign that there is mold somewhere inside your unit. Additionally, a burning smell from your heat pump could indicate that there are wiring or electrical problems. 

Heat Pump Maintenance in Massachusetts and New Hampshire

If you live in Massachusetts or New Hampshire and need help with your heating system we can help. We provide tune-ups, repairs, and replacements. 

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Benefits for Upgrading your HVAC

Benefits for Upgrading your HVAC

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  • Indoor Air Quality

Benefits for Upgrading your HVAC

There are many reasons to upgrade your home’s HVAC system. Whether you are looking to help the environment, decrease utility costs, or simply improve energy efficiency in general, investing in your HVAC system can have long-term benefits for decades into your property’s future. But, it is important to understand how to upgrade your HVAC system and to consider the cost of upgrading vs the savings you will receive in order to make the right decision. 

How Much Money Are You Losing With An Outdated HVAC System

While it is impossible to give an exact figure (different people use their systems more or less, and different environmental factors will determine how often you need your HVAC system seasonally), there are some general stats that can help put this figure into perspective. According to the United States Department of Energy, they believe that upgrading an HVAC system can reduce monthly energy costs by 20-40%. Of course, those numbers are heavily influenced by different factors. One of the things homeowners need to consider is how they should approach upgrading their HVAC systems. 

How Do Air Leaks Impact HVAC Performance?

The most modern HVAC system in the world can be a waste of money if the problem is with your property in general. Air leaks can cause a huge waste in energy efficiency. For this reason, it is recommended that if you are worried that you are either overpaying for your HVAC system or that your home is not staying at a consistent temperature, you should hire contractors to provide an energy assessment. During their assessment, they can look for the key reasons or factors that are leading to energy inefficiency in your home. Instead of changing out your HVAC system, they might recommend starting by improving insulation or providing other sealing solutions for air leaks throughout your property. 

Should You Replace Your HVAC System?

After an energy assessment, your contractor might recommend switching out old outdated systems for something more modern. More modern systems have many unique benefits that translate to savings over time. For example, most modern solutions are designed to heat or cool zones of a property so you are not overspending to heat or cool an entire property. Additionally, modern systems can integrate with smart technology to further improve how much energy you use to heat and cool your home throughout the day. 

Get HVAC Installations, Upgrades & Maintenance in Massachusetts and New Hampshire

North Shore Home Energy works with businesses and homeowners in Massachusetts and New Hampshire to provide HVAC services. From tune-ups and maintenance to new construction and upgrades, we can help you with all your HVAC needs. 

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What Is Aeroseal?

What Is Aeroseal?

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  • Heating
  • Indoor Air Quality

What Is Aeroseal?

One of the largest costs of being a homeowner or property owner is heating and cooling your property. A large factor that contributes to the high costs is energy inefficiency. When warm air or cold air can easily escape your property through holes and other air leaks you waste both energy and money heating/cooling your space. No matter how high-tech or advanced your HVAC system is, small holes around your property can render it extremely inefficient. Luckily there are services like Aeroseal that can ensure that homeowners and other property owners are able to identify and solve any potential air leaks around their property. 

How Does Aeroseal Work?

Aeroseal is a relatively new technology that HVAC contractors use to identify air leaks and plug them. Aeroseal is an aerosol-based sealant that adheres to any gaps, cracks, or other damage throughout the air vents in a property. Aeroseal provides AeroBarrier which involves pressurizing a property’s interior before spraying AeroBarrier particles into the air. These particles are inherently pushed towards any air leaks due to the air pressure, as they find the leaks they accumulate and seal the openings. A team of contractors monitors this entire process to ensure that the property is properly sealed. 

What Are the Benefits of Aeroseal?

Air leaks can cause serious problems for your HVAC system. Not only does it cost more to heat or cool a building when air can easily escape, but it also decreases the overall efficiency of your HVAC system. For example, if you have a mini split ductless system, it should be able to heat or cool different areas of the property effectively and quickly. But if you have air leaks it can cause issues where it takes longer to cool or heat a space or to maintain consistent temperatures throughout the day. By removing any air leaks with Aeroseal technology your system will perform better saving you money and improving the comfort of your home or other property’s occupants. 

Aeroseal Contractors in New Hampshire

North Shore Home Energy is one of the top contractors for HVAC solutions for homes and businesses throughout New Hampshire and Massachusetts’ North Shore. Our teams of technicians travel throughout the area to provide their expert services and insurance so that systems run efficiently. Our team provides Aeroseal technology for commercial and residential properties in our service area. If you are interested in learning more about Aeroseal, or the various HVAC systems we install, repair, and maintain, please contact a member of our team. 

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When Should You Start Using Your Heater In New England?

When Should You Start Using Your Heater In New England?

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When Should You Start Using Your Heater In New England?

Have you ever heard the old expression “no heat ’til trick or treat”. All over New England homeowners often have rules about when they are willing to finally turn on the heat for the first time in the fall or winter. And for the most part, the reason is obvious; any month you can go without needing to spend money on heating or air conditioning can save you a decent amount of money, hence why so many people set their rule to not using their heating systems until November. But when it comes to when you should use your heating system, the best choice is usually to use your heat as soon as you feel cold. Saving money on heating is much easier when you take the right steps. In this article, we will discuss the importance of scheduling a tune-up before the cold season. If you live in the northeast, North Shore Home Energy would be happy to help with tune-ups, installations, and heating services. In fact, we offer special prices for tune-ups during the fall!

When Should You Schedule A Fall Heating System Tune Up?

While the old adage “no heat ’til trick-or-treat” might not apply to every homeowner, one thing every homeowner should consider is when they should set up their fall tune-ups. If you need a tune-up, boiler maintenance, or are interested in updating/upgrading your overall HVAC system, we highly recommend aiming for early to mid-fall for a few reasons. First and foremost, fall can be a bit of a slower time for HVAC teams, but as the weather starts to dip their schedules get more and more booked. Many people do not think to call their HVAC team until they turn on the heating system for the first time and notice something is wrong. At that point, everyone else is also doing that. So being proactive can save you time and money. In terms of time, you won’t have to wait for your local HVAC experts to have an opening in their schedule. In terms of money, many HVAC teams like North Shore Home Energy provide special pricing for homeowners who set up their tune-up services during the fall season. 

How Can You Save On Your Heating Costs?

Instead of waiting until Halloween or even Thanksgiving to turn on your heater for the first time of the season, you should really look into ways to improve the efficiency of your system. Tune-ups, upgrades, and understanding how your home keeps in warm air are all vital to decreasing your utility cost each year. One really great thing you can do is work with a team that provides Aeroseal services. Aeroseal is a new technology that involves pressurizing a home to find any and all air leaks and then stopping them up. This systems lets HVAC contractors easily find the areas of your home that are costing you money whenever you heat or cool your home. 

Schedule Fall Tune-Ups For Your Heating System

As we said earlier, the best time to schedule heating system tune-ups is during the fall months. HVAC teams are often less busy so you are less likely to have to wait for someone to come by and help with any needed repairs or maintenance services. If you live in Massachusetts or Southern New Hampshire and need help with your home’s HVAC systems, please contact our team for more information or give us a call. 

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How To Decrease Your Heating Bill

How To Decrease Your Heating Bill

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thermostat tips

How To Decrease Your Heating Bill

Summer is starting to come to a close. This means soon we will be shutting off our air conditioners. And in a few months, we will all be turning on our heaters to keep our homes and businesses warm during the late fall and winter months. The fall season between the heat of the summer and the cold winter is the perfect time to make adjustments to your HVAC system to help decrease inefficiency. Utility costs can often be impacted by simple repairs, upgrades, and maintenance. In this article, we will provide a few ways you can help decrease your heating bill before the winter begins. For homeowners in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, our HVAC team is at your disposal to help with upgrades, maintenance, and new installations. 

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Sealing Up Holes Around Your Home

The biggest issue with heating a home is often small holes throughout a property that allow heat to escape. Any areas around windows, doors, or in the siding and roofing of your home that allow air to escape can cause you to overspend on heating. There are a few ways to address this. The most effective solution is to work with a team that provides services like Aeroseal. Aeroseal is a technology that involves pressurizing a home to find any and all leaks and then fill them. HVAC teams can also provide duct pressure testing and other inspection services that can help identify and find leaks that are costing you money. Beyond that, as a homeowner, you can perform a DIY inspection for air leaks. For example, some people will light incense or another item that creates smoke and pass it near walls, windows, and door frames to see if there is any area where the smoke suddenly pulls towards a leak. Another method is to dip your hand in the water and pass it around areas and notice if you feel any cool airflow. If you find minor holes or gaps, you could use caulk to fill them. 

Upgrade Your HVAC System

New heating systems are more efficient. With all HVAC solutions, investing in newer technology helps improve your efficiency and will eventually pay itself off over time. Newer systems are designed to be environmentally friendly and use less energy than older systems. Moreover, they are more customizable and can control what parts of your home are heated or cooled. This can help improve your home’s energy efficiency and help both the environment and your utility costs.

HVAC Services In Massachusetts & New Hampshire

North Shore Home Energy provides expert HVAC solutions for properties in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. If your business or home needs maintenance, repairs, new installations, or other HVAC services please contact our team. If you are interested in utilizing Aeroseal technology to make your home or business more energy efficient, please visit our sister website. 

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Benefits of Switching to A Ductless Mini Split System

Benefits of Switching to A Ductless Mini Split System

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Learn how mini splits are efficient for zoned heating options for your home. Contact North Shore Home Energy for installation options!

Benefits of Switching to A Ductless Mini Split System

There are many benefits to updating appliances in your home. And that fact is no more true than when it comes to your HVAC systems. Air conditioning and heating costs are consistently the most expensive use of energy for most business and homeowners. Upgrading to modern systems like a ductless split system can have impressive long-term benefits for your utility cost. In this article, we will cover a variety of benefits of these systems. If you own a property in Massachusetts or Southern New Hampshire, give us a call for a quote on a ductless mini split system. 

Learn how mini splits are efficient for zoned heating options for your home. Contact North Shore Home Energy for installation options!

What Is a Mini Split Air Condition System?

A ductless mini split system utilizes an outdoor unit and indoor units. Where a traditional air conditioner is one singular system, a ductless system works by connecting an outdoor system to indoor units via refrigerant tubing and electrical wiring. The indoor units are traditionally mounted to the walls usually near the ceiling. They deliver heated or cooled air to a space. These systems allow you to put multiple indoor units throughout a property so that different areas of a building can be cooled or heated individually. Because of how the system is split, these systems take up less space, make less noise, and control temperature more effectively than traditional heating and air conditioning systems. 

How Can A Mini Split Help You Save On My Utility Costs?

Potentially the best reason to consider getting a mini split ductless system is that it will save you money in the long-run. Mini split systems allow you to control the temperature of different spaces individually. This means you do not have to waste energy overheating or overcooling your property. These systems are also designed to run more efficiently overall. Because of this, they tend to use significantly less energy. If you live in an area where you are using your air conditioners or heaters for the majority of the year, you can benefit from having a more efficient system. 

What Are The Benefits Of Mini Split AC Systems?

Get A Quote on A Mini Split System in MA and NH

If you are interested in learning more about Mini Split Systems or on getting a quote for these systems for your property, please contact our team. We provide installation services for mini split systems in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. For more information please contact us and a member of our team will be in touch. 

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How Do You Know It Is Time For A New AC

How Do You Know It Is Time For A New AC

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Learn how mini splits are efficient for zoned heating options for your home. Contact North Shore Home Energy for installation options!

How Do You Know It Is Time For A New AC

Air conditioner systems are a must during the summer months. With temperatures in the 80s and 90s and high humidity, it is important not just for your comfort for your indoor spaces to be cool but also safety. Appliances and electronic devices can get damaged in high heat, and it staying cool during the summer is better for your health. But if you are still using an air conditioner that sits in your window, you might want to consider upgrading to a more modern solution like a ductless-split system. In this article, we will cover a few reasons to consider upgrading your Air Conditioning systems. If you own a property in Southern New Hampshire or Northern Massachusetts, contact us for more information about installation and different products. 

Learn how mini splits are efficient for zoned heating options for your home. Contact North Shore Home Energy for installation options!

The Importance Of An Efficient Air Conditioner

Air conditioning uses a lot of electricity. In fact, it has been estimated that about 5 percent of all the electricity produced in America is used for air conditioning. Collectively, we spend billions of dollars every year keeping our homes and businesses cool. And with temperatures rising, it is likely those costs and energy usage will continue to rise as well. This is why it is recommended that people invest in efficient systems. Older machines are inefficient in two ways. First, older machines feature older designs and might not be engineered for efficiency the way a newer system would be. Second, the older any piece of technology gets, the less efficient it becomes. Not only can this lead to your air conditioner failing to cool your home adequately, but it can also cost more money. Moreover, older systems like movable air conditioning units that sit in windows are inherently inefficient. Every gap between the air conditioner and the window sill is a gap that cold air can escape through. Having indoor air conditioning systems are much more effective. 

A Modern Air Conditioner Cools The Home Evenly

Have you ever noticed that when your air conditioner is running there are cold and hot spots throughout your home. Newer systems are much more effective at cooling an entire home. When modern air conditioners are combined with good insulation it is much easier to ensure that the home is effectively cooled. Not only that but advancements in blade shape and compressors mean that modern air conditioners can make less noise as well. This can make them much more beneficial to use throughout the day. Moreover, some modern systems can even work with app controlled technology which makes it possible to program them to conserve power when you are out of the house. 

Newer Air Conditioners Are Easier To Service

When an air conditioning system needs repairs, you will need a team that has both the experience to service your system as well as the tools and equipment to handle the repairs. For example, R-22 refrigerant used to be used in cooling systems throughout the country. But when the EPA classified this coolant as dangerous to the ozone, it stopped getting produced. This means repairing systems that use that coolant will become more difficult and more expensive year after year. At a certain point it will be more cost effective to replace an old air conditioner than to pay for the replacement parts and repair/maintenance costs. 

Set Up HVAC Services in MA and NH

For homes and businesses throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire, we provide HVAC installations and maintenance. If you are interested in installing new systems or have questions about what systems are right for your property, please give us a call. 

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