A mechanical ventilation box should be in the background, barely noticeable. When the system suddenly makes a lot more noise than usual, this can point to contamination, wear or a problem with the installation.
A properly working ventilation system continuously removes moist and contaminated air from your home.
What noises can a ventilation system make?
Common noises are:
- A humming or buzzing noise.
- A rattling or ticking noise.
- A vibrating noise.
- A noticeably louder noise than normal.
The type of noise can help determine the cause.
What can you check yourself?
First check:
- Whether the ventilation box is mounted securely.
- Whether the ventilation settings work normally.
- Whether the vents are clean.
- Whether the noise is constant or only occurs at a certain setting.
Carefully clean the ventilation vents when they're visibly dirty.
Note: don't change any settings on the ventilation box if you're not sure what you're doing. An incorrect setting can reduce the ventilation in your home.
Possible causes
A noisy mechanical ventilation system can be caused by:
- Contamination of the ventilation box.
- Dirty or blocked ventilation vents.
- Wear of the fan motor.
- An incorrect setting.
- A problem with the mounting or vibrations.
When should you contact us?
Contact Bouma when:
- The noise appeared suddenly.
- The ventilation box keeps making a lot of noise.
- The ventilation seems to be working insufficiently.
- You're unsure about the cause.
A timely check can prevent small problems from becoming bigger.
Need maintenance?
Does your ventilation system need maintenance, or would you like the operation checked? Simply submit a maintenance request. We will contact you as soon as possible.