Thermo Pride
Return Air Restriction or Undersized Duct
Furnace is very loud at the return grille, with whistling or roaring air noise.
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Possible Causes
Return grille too small, Filter too restrictive for Thermo Pride blower, Blocked return duct, Closed doors causing return starvation
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety First: Turn off power before changing filters or opening ductwork.
- Use proper filter: Replace high-MERV restrictive filters with a filter type recommended by Thermo Pride or your installer.
- Open doors: Keep interior doors open to allow air to return to the furnace.
- Clear return grilles: Move furniture and objects away from return grilles.
- Professional duct evaluation: If noise persists, a contractor may need to enlarge return ducts or add additional returns.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Return Air Filter
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