Furnace or AC Blower Motor Not Starting | Loud Buzz or Humming Noise

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I will walk you through how to solve what has been one of the most common problems for furnace and central air units in my rental properties. If you are able to fix this problem yourself you could save $150 -$250 as compared to calling in a professional.
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0:00 Demonstrate the Problem
1:29 Basic Central Air Layout
2:32 Blower Unit Issue
3:40 Capacitor Removal and Testing
5:40 Capacitor Reinstall and Confirming Problem is Solved
7:19 Where to Get Replacement Capacitors
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@lenmurtha8324 Год назад

I want to personally thank you for the video. It saved me at least $500 according to one of my HVAC friends. It took me 5 minutes to remove the capacitor and 3 minutes to install the new one. Everything working beautifully.

@Enn- Год назад

Thanks! This vid helped me ensure that the sound I was hearing was what I thought it was. The capacitor cost $3.70. I had a friend pick it up on the way over. They were happy to help, and refused to accept my payment for the part, as I didn't charge them for lunch. Likely saved me $300-500 for a service call to get it fixed, and was solved before I had my morning coffee, rather than waiting a couple days in the heat for the repair.

@joanncard8836 Год назад

This is one of the best videos. Even if I cannot fix it myself, I now know what a service technician should be telling me.

@chrisscott8003 Год назад

This is exactly what my carrier furnace was doing. It started squeaking the day before it started humming. Ordered the capacitor on Amazon and in 2 days and $10 later my issue was fixed. Thanks so much!

@XxAerykB13xX Год назад

This single youtube video solved my AC fan problem for 3 dollars. Bro you are a life saver!!!!

@DPCPhotos 11 месяцев назад

Dude!!!! THANK YOU!!! My capacitor finally failed today, did a search on YT, found your vid, picked up the part at a local ACE Hardware and had everything back up in running in no time. Took an extra hour to clean the fan/blades/intake/etc... Super quiet on start up and works great! Thanks again! 😎

@EverydayHomeRepairs 11 месяцев назад

Nice, my local ACE didn't have a selection of Capacitors but I did see some location about 2 hours away did. Pretty handy having ACE stock common capacitor sizes 👍

@FirstGirlofFive 2 года назад

Thank you very much, the sound, troubleshooting and step by step was spot on. Also thanks for adding to check with Amazon, next day delivery and 20 minutes of work saved us from living a week with an 80degree interior home temp waiting for a ac company to come and service it.

@NandyF50 Год назад

Just fixed my 20 year old system that went down. Thank you. Cost us $10. Still replacing but we can survive the heat till the new one comes.

@miguelh2481 3 года назад

Thank you for teaching people how to discharge them properly. Those things hurt when charged. Please exercise a lot of caution when messing around with these items.

@Wonsdloc Месяц назад

Just had this issue happen to me. Went to youtube and your video popped up first. Thankfully. This was my exact issue and thanks to your guidance. I had it fixed in 2 days.

@j.speedsvids2646 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this great video. I came home to an 85 degree house this evening. I had it fixed within half an hour thanks to your video.

@graememcintyre5794 2 года назад

Wow! I just bought my 7.5/370 for 6 dollars Canadian and solved my issue. I can’t thank you enough. I’m sending super virtual thanks and drinks in your general direction!!!!!

@jc691 Год назад

Really glad I found your video. Woke up this morning to a cold house, after some quick research/troubleshooting and a $10 part I now have the heat back up and running, thank you for helpin us all try and save some money. I appreciate it!

@e-5ruben807 22 дня назад

Yesterday was July 4th and I turned on my A/C and the blower was not working. So early next morning I went out and bought a new capacitor and it fix the problem $6 part. You saved me a bunch of money. Thanks for the excellent video. 👍👍

@ItAintMeBabe99 2 года назад

Yea, My thieving HVAC company, in my area, wanted $314.00 to replace my dual AC capacitor. I bought it for $7.20 and replaced it myself. Should be a law against this type of price gouging !.

@franknorris5422 6 месяцев назад

Having just basic knowledge sometimes can save you so much

@disnalee 6 месяцев назад

Omg serious. The serviceman wants $2000++ to replace my thermostat, board and labor cuz my furnace does not blow warm air into the room.

@mh_360 5 месяцев назад

You pay for conveniet Company's have huge expenses if they work for cheap they can go out of business fast

@ItAintMeBabe99 5 месяцев назад

@@mh_360 No one said “work for cheap”. We’re saying stop price gouging (rapping) everyone. How about a fair price for what is, almost 5 minutes work ?

@michaelmika3871 5 месяцев назад

@@ItAintMeBabe99it’s not how long it takes to fix it’s how long it took us to learn. Fix it yourself or pay for a professional and do it right

@stevebaldwin3187 2 года назад

Thanks for this video. The walkthrough was very helpful especially the buzzing at the beginning indicating the same issue. Found the part at Ace for under $9. AC back on. Thank you.

@Doolz51 Год назад

I’ve had this issue for months and could never find an answer. Thank you so much. It would always turn on the first time, but would never keep the temp regulated. Now it’s 55 in my house and I have 2 toddlers. So hopefully I can find a part soon.

@liveshaker 7 месяцев назад

Thank you for this! So helpful to hear the sound, which is exactly what I’m hearing from mine. Looks like it’s DIY time! Your video was the most efficient and effective home improvement demo I’ve seen. Top shelf!

@rumblestruttersmith3666 6 месяцев назад

Excellent video. Mine is currently making that noise on heat and air. Unfortunately, I'm not physically able to go into the attic and do it. At least I know what my HVAC guy should be talking to me about. Thank you.

@bubba8 3 года назад

You are so helpful and must have a fun time keeping your rental people happy

@ohdeerme 11 месяцев назад

Thank You for your video. It was my problem, and my furnace and ac are working again. Do yourself a favor and keep an extra one on hand by the furnace for next time you need one. You will be glad you did !

@lisasteiner9793 11 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video! This totally helped me fix my issue. First the capacitor and then I had to replace the blower motor. Not too hard, just had to wait for the parts

@flower-the-earth 2 года назад

Thank you for including the sound it makes! Most don't do that. That's the exact sound mine is making.

@willarddickerson921 2 года назад

Yes!!!!!!

@stevebowen905 2 года назад

@tonyfenrich6821 2 года назад

Awesome Explanation was right on point Thanks

@JoshWillis1776 Год назад

Lol I no most people be like if it's a clanking noise do this and if it's a clunking noise do this haha

@walterdibartolomeo3157 Год назад

Perfect video. The sound was helpful. Found the component locally. Fixed! Thank you

@LucasScottMusic Год назад

You just saved me like $200. Thank you. Got the part off of Amazon, arrived today, changed it out, now my heat is working again.

@EverydayHomeRepairs Год назад

Boom 👊

@wcorea2 Год назад

thanks to this video my house is warm again, saving me cold nights but above all money! thanks and God bless!!!

@GenoGino222 2 года назад

Thank You, i just saved me $290. Minus $10 for the capacitor.

@lawdog516 3 года назад

I also have one of each (dual run and run capacitors) on my shelf ready to Install when needed. I like B.M.I. Capacitors because they are made in the Great USA, I’ve had bad luck with that Chinese junk, hope this helps. Thanks for making this video and PLEASE don’t forget to DISCHARGE the capacitor your removing !!!!!!!!!!!

@redneckrican7873 8 месяцев назад

Worked for me!!!! Took a while to find the capacitor, it was hidden on the back of the fan housing out of direct sight, luckily I saw two wires going back there and then felt around with my hand! LOL Was an old 1970s Bryant model. Changed the cap and the fan started right up without the drawn-out groan. Thanks again for this video!!!

@markh3478 2 года назад

Thanks for the video .Especially the discharge reminder. Mine quit when we are having 100 degree heat and its in the attic so its 120F up there and I'm old. Its a short term fix but I went up and banged by hand on the cover . It solved the problem but the system is 35 years old so at least a new capacitor is in order. Local HVAC place have them in stock for $10. Other tell tale sign is "cooling on" flashing on Honeywell thermostat just below actual temp display. Will flash when blower fan not acting on call for air.

@scatboychan6143 11 месяцев назад

God bless you sir. Came home to my girlfriend saying there is a buzzing and the AC wasn’t working, found this video and it immediately helped. I am in no means a HVAC technician, but a 7 year old could do this job. Super simple, unfortunately had to go a day with AC because I had to order the capacitor online since no local stores had them, but it came the next day and BAM, im a certified HVAC technician now😎 jk, but thank you very much, keep up the great advice❤️

@burpelson 2 года назад

Spot on assistance with this video - Mine made exactly that sound, and $16 later plus a trip across town to get the part had my furnace working again on a cold day. Well done and thanks!

@danielabbey7726 3 года назад

Great repair advice! My go-to suppliers are Grainger and McMaster-Carr; McMaster in particular has superfast shipping.

@kylejacox Год назад

Thanks for the video, my furnace was making the same sound. Glad I found it on time. A parts store had the part for only $8.00.

@yingchan388 Год назад

You are the Man ! Seeing this video really enhances my knowledge of the furnace of how it works...thanks

@willarddickerson921 2 года назад

Thanks for the help. I should have subscribed a long time ago. I have looked at some of your other videos. They are all excellent like this one. I will get a multimeter with capacitance, and verify the failure. I appreciate all of your help. I'll let you know what happens.

@joegoodman9232 2 года назад

Ok all done! Great easy fix thanks to you. 3min total.. Luckily I had a Granger's 1 mi away. Great and efficient Co. Service was good and the price $6.47 ! Not Bad. Thanks again! Time now for a cup of joe and some ABBA..

@genegarber8332 2 месяца назад

Not replacing batteries in thermostat cost me $500. Air handler stopped blowing completely but was humming and froze the inside and outside unit. It's under warranty and ac tech replaced blower motor. $310 for labor $97 for service fee and $90 for refrigerant. 2 days later it wasn't working. On a hunch I replaced thermostat batteries. Instantly the system was working fine. No problems since. I hope this helps somebody out there.

@joegoodman9232 2 года назад

Thanks, great tutorial !" It's worthy and is good as a song by ABBA." 🙂 Today is Easter Sunday and I have been blessed with an easy to do job, thanks to you..! I have a Granger's nearby and also Home Depot claims to have them also..👍

@billyengler5534 7 месяцев назад

Good info. My system is making the same noise and nothing is blowing through it so I figured it was the blower motor. I'll for sure try your fix first!

@disnalee 6 месяцев назад

My blower fan isnt blowing air into the room. You can feel the heat but no warm air blows. Furnace sound like my furnace.

@guillaumelafleche9477 10 месяцев назад

Very clear, detailed, and helpful guide. Thank you!

@aaronthompson5483 27 дней назад

Thanks Scott just save me a lot of money found part at Ace Hardware $9.99 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

@NachoBiz545 Год назад

Omg, I've been searching for a helpful video and this is it. My furnace is making this sound and I had no clue and other videos weren't helpful. Now this might be the reason why my furnace is making that sound, tysm!

@EverydayHomeRepairs Год назад

You bet, best of luck troubleshooting. Be safe and keep warm.

@VladimirYukht 3 года назад

Well done Scott. Thank you!

@didier_777 2 года назад

Dude you saved me a bundle. Had same issue and happened to have a capacitor from the previous AC and just swapped it out. Thanks

@EverydayHomeRepairs 2 года назад

Nice! Saving time and money is the name of the game 👍

@Vintage_doll00 2 года назад

Thank you soooo much for this video!! Just fixed my AC and saved a lot of money

@genesis3311 Год назад

Thanks for posting the video. It’s save me tons of money. Got mine fixed it myself.

@cassanovamousollini Год назад

100% thank you for showing the issue while everyone else just yap about it.

@vocalone23 Год назад

Awesome info 🙏🏽I appreciate you for the walkthrough

@elizabethcruz7295 Год назад

Excellent video. Nice and simple. Definitely the same noise! Thank you 🙏🏻

@UlshaRS 2 года назад

thank you for this easy identification and walk through

@losmoore3358 9 месяцев назад

Mine did that same humming sound and kept making that noise even when unit is off. Capacitor was bad like u said. Hoping that's it. I ordered the part thru Amazon. I have been out of the game being a Heating and air tech. This was a refresher. Thank u.

@123zoot Год назад

Thank You! Your video literally saved me hundreds of dollars.

@chairfitcamp 2 года назад

Excellent video

@cneighbors 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! This was exactly my problem and I was able to get the part locally for under $6.

@jtclements 22 дня назад

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This saved me hundreds of dollars!

@acm1288 Год назад

Thank you! Super helpful. Thanks for adding the sound.

@Odenix75 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences very appreciated it here 👍👍

@vectorsigma9903 2 года назад

Very helpful video. Thank you.

@punditgi 3 года назад

Beautiful explanation! Many thanks! 👍

@EverydayHomeRepairs 3 года назад

For sure!

@user-ed2vc4ge3v 6 месяцев назад

Brother THANK YOU! You're a Life Saver

@MrCastr8 Год назад

YOURE THE MAN!!! Also great teacher! 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

@benjaminh165 28 дней назад

Keep up the good work, You are Jack of all trades!

@JHenry-tt5mp 8 месяцев назад

Awesome video. Very easy to understand and very helpful. Very good demo and instruction of steps. Thank you.

@robertwillis4029 11 месяцев назад

You are so Right On ! Thank you guy, you are one of the rare one's. Have a great day, I will.

@sridhar1639 2 года назад

You saved me 100s of dollars. Thanks a lot

@catatonicbug7522 10 месяцев назад

Here's hoping! I just ordered the replacement capacitor from Amazon with next-day delivery for less than $8 with tax. Much better than a $300 service call and time off work to let the guy in.

@SovereignMoment 8 месяцев назад

Super clearly explained video. Thank you so much for sharing this knowledge!

@ferozdba 6 месяцев назад

Thanks a ton brother. That was the same sound I was hearing on my furnace. As you said I replaced the run capacitor and the motor started working. Thank you very much

@EverydayHomeRepairs 6 месяцев назад

You bet!

@tylerdiedrich1947 2 года назад

Superb exact issue in rental subscribed !

@tremaynemcbride6539 Год назад

Thanks..!! You saved me hundreds... Only an $8 repair...

@nova31337 3 года назад

Great video, thanks for the info! I don't have this issue right now, but I've seen it enough times to know that I should prepare for the eventual fried capacitor now that I'm no longer living in apartments that handle that stuff for me.

@robertscottdunn 2 года назад

Me too. I might double check what mine is and have one on hand for if/when mine goes out.

@samuelmayo6566 10 месяцев назад

Great video, very professional, thank you.

@PaulRizzo504 11 месяцев назад

Great video. Just had this on a 12.5v capicitor measuring at 10. Fan would come on but unit would not really start. Hopefully the part I ordered should fix it.

@derrickm45 9 месяцев назад

Thank you, that was the fix for my AC

@T34RSOFJ0Y Месяц назад

you are a boss thank you same issue here and the squ cage spins freely.

@cadavher Год назад

I have had this sound going on for over a week, I legit thought it was my fridge making the noise. It wasn't until I went into my basement today that I realized it was my furnace. Looks like I may be out heat in a Canadian winter, not looking forward to that! Serves me right for not checking the basement, but It's a dirt floor basement and I never go down there except maybe once a month. I hope I didn't damage too much!

@AyeYoBreeze 2 года назад

Good, very detailed video!!

@oscarmcking8051 8 месяцев назад

Thank you for make it so easy God bless you

@carlosandalucia4660 2 года назад

thanks a lot for the video. I am wondering if I need to pay attention to positive or negative poles of the capacitor. Is there any difference between the poles of the capacitor?

@danisacar5589 3 года назад

Execelent i have learn so much thank you very much Scott

@willarddickerson921 2 года назад

Me too.

@frodob1802 2 года назад

You're a LEGEND! Thank you kind sir!

@EverydayHomeRepairs 2 года назад

👊

@cooter.malone 3 года назад

Great information!

@EverydayHomeRepairs 3 года назад

Thx!

@HourComputerMan 2 года назад

Great video Thank you

@gene083 Год назад

Thank you, very useful!

@yaredmoges8873 6 месяцев назад

So articulate! Hopefully mine is that same problem

@maxamillionese8519 2 года назад

Gracias! have a great 2022 ..

@EverydayHomeRepairs 2 года назад

You too 👍

@bobbywyatt3953 Год назад

Thanks man! It was my problem.

@tobyrowe4431 Год назад

Thanks buddy. Great video

@brendasteward1389 8 месяцев назад

Good morning & Thank you.. my furnace is doing this.. The technician told me he would charge me $3000.00

@jg-wb3vm 3 года назад

I thought this was my problem, my unit would buzz just like in the video or it would turn on, run for a minute and then turn off and buzz. The old capcitator was jumping all around on the meter so I replaced it. Still doing the same thing. Fantastic video nonetheless!

@willarddickerson921 2 года назад

Check if you are getting clean power to the capacitor/fan.

@jg-wb3vm 2 года назад

@@willarddickerson921 it was a bad blower fan. I replaced it and the capacitor and all is good. Saved about 1k which is even better.

@xooq_ Год назад

@@jg-wb3vm how do you know which blower to get? are they standard

@jg-wb3vm Год назад

@@xooq_ aw man, that was a while ago. I believe I did a Google search on my model heat pump and went from there. Also maybe got a number off the motor that was already on the unit.

@JohnLafitte Год назад

Thanks so much for this video. I just pulled my capacitor and it only shows 1.5µf on 10µf capacitor. Bought one at Grainger 5 minutes away from me for $5 and change. Hopefully this solves my issue. Update: Yep, replaced and it's all back up and running.

@quinton01 2 года назад

Thanks!

@Daddymouse-ny9cz 3 года назад

GREAT TO KNOW. I'll file this one away in case I need it.

@EverydayHomeRepairs 3 года назад

👍

@slayerment Год назад

Thank you, this fixed it for me 😁

@nelsonwatkins5169 Месяц назад

Right on, Thank you, well done👊

@mikemike7397 Год назад

Thanks bud. Coast appliance has these parts readily available.

@yeltneb6544 2 года назад

Thank you!!

@adampatterson Год назад

Mine has a consistent humming, I'm thinking its the transformer after seeing this. Thanks for sharing!

@aatawn Год назад

Thank you 🙏

@jims367 Год назад

Thanks for the info. Would it be possible to list the most common failure points of the HVAC system, winters coming and would like to stock some replacement parts if needed, thanks again for sharing.