How to Fix a Noisy Air Conditioner/ DIY Tuesday

Noisy window air conditioners can be very annoying especially if the unit is in a bedroom. Noises can easily be isolated and repaired by the home owner in most cases. There are a few problems that would require a qualified service technician, but for the most part the following are the most common problems causing a noisy window air conditioner.

Problem 1. Make sure the air conditioner is secure to hold down on unnecessary noise. The window unit should be attached to the window with screws or tape. Most window air conditioners do have places to attach them with screws, securing them to the window frame. This will hold down on vibrations from the unit. Another place the air conditioner might create noise would be the window glass. This would happen if the glass is loose. If this is the case tape or re glaze the glass to the frame to keep it from vibrating. Problem 2.Check the front cover to ensure it is snug and not loose. The front cover can be noisy if not put on correctly. If the prongs are broken and the front cover will not fit snugly one can use tape once again, to quiet it down.

Problem 3.The air filter when dirty can cause a restriction in the system which can cause the unit to freeze. This in turn can cause melting water to hit the fan and can become quite disturbing. Keep the filter changed on a regular basis to keep this from happening. This can happen too if the drain is stopped up. The solution for this is to unstop the drain or drains in the air unit with a pipe cleaner. Problem 4. Check the fan that is located inside the air unit. Simply take the cover off and turn the fan by hand. The fan should spin freely and unobstructed. Air conditioner fans attract all kinds of debris. General maintenance for the fan check and clean it once a year before starting the unit. Keep logs when cleaning and replacing any parts learning the basics on ones air conditioner will save money as well as time on unnecessary service calls. Problem 5.Noise coming from water or rain hitting the top of the unit. Home Depot among other hardware stores sell a noise reducing mat that sits ontop of the window unit to stop the sound of water dripping.

Learning the basics of air conditioners is important and can save one money on unnecessary service calls. Common sense will reign most of the time when repairing any air unit. That is how we stop noisy window air conditioners , Around Our Southern Home and Garden.