Carrier heat pump 14 seer works just fine.
Chirping heat pump attic fan.
But while downstairs is just right upstairs is i m guessing 5 to 10 degrees warmer.
The electrical contractor in the equipment can also make a chattering sound which can damage other components including the compressor if allowed to continue.
Must have a good southern exposure for best solar charge.
This has a knock on effect.
In late winter early spring we can go weeks and weeks without using either the a c or heater by opening windows at night to cool the house then closing them in the morning to keep the house cool.
I went there and sure enough i heard a motor sound checked all the bath fans circulator pumps and nothing was running i then went down and turned off the main breaker and the noise was still there.
Quiet and easy to clean.
Another cause could be twigs or leaves that have clogged your system.
Turn your system off and cut the power to the unit then remove the debris.
Attic fan making humming noise the attic fan tends to makes a humming noise when it has a few blades and is running at a high speed setting.
An attic fan can reduce the heat in your roof space by between 40 f and 50 f.
Pumps out a lot of heat to keep your home cooler in the summer.
If you see visible damage to the condenser coils compressor or fan call your hvac technician.
Includes a thermostat and humidistat.
Your air conditioner doesn t have to work.
Chirping is actually the least serious air conditioner noise so if you hear it let your system run and see if it quiets down or if the noises become less frequent.
I had a emergency service call about 5 years ago for a unknown motor sound in the upper floor hallway of a home.
Chirping noises coming from your air conditioner usually indicate either that the bearings are dry the fan is rubbing against the coils or blower cage or the belt needs to be replaced.