How to Reduce Whole House Fan Noise

A whole house fan can be a great alternative to air-conditioning, enabling you to get the same cooling results at a reduced cost. However, it does make noise when it is in use, so knowing how to reduce this will diminish the disruption.

Size Matters

Be aware that a small whole house fan makes more noise than a large one. This is due to the fact that the blades have to spin faster to produce the same amount of air that a larger one will do at a slower pace.

Insulation

The noise that a whole house fan produces is partially due to the vibrations that result from the revolutions the blades make. Insulating the area around the fan will keep it stable and diminish the vibrations.

Framing

Mounting the fan within a sponge-edged frame will help to diminish the noise it makes by reducing it ability to vibrate, cushioning the body of the fan. This option can also be used for the edge of an existing fan.

Tighten Up

During installation, pay attention to all the fastenings you use to secure the whole house fan in place. Make use of washers or rawl plugs with any screws that do not seem to fit tightly enough