Ceiling Fan Light Making Noise

Inspect the globe on the light kit.

Ceiling fan light making noise. Another thing that could cause the o ccasional clicking or rattling sound is if one. Many modern fans have parts that mute the hum but sometimes these parts fail. A fluorescent bulb should never be used on a dimmer switch line. Tighten loose screws that attach the mounting device to the motor and the fan blades to the motor.

A ceiling fan making noise can be from a variety of reasons. If the globe is loose fix it for it to stop making noise whenever the fan is running. For example a rattling sound may mean loose parts. One of the most common causes is a dimmer switch in the line that operates the light portion of the fan unit.

Possible causes of ceiling fan noises if you hear a rattling or a rubbing noise the fan blades could be bent. Your ceiling fan may be creating a rattling sound grinding noise buzzing noise rubbing noise clicking noise humming noise or squeaking noise. Also check the screws on any light fixtures. An intermittent noise or scraping noise may be caused by the fan s blade brackets dragging on the fan shroud or motor housing cover.

Different fan noises can be a clue as to what the problem may be. If the switch is turned down then the power to the bulbs are being restricted and may cause a humming sound. A hum in a ceiling fan is usually caused by the vibration of the motor and the volume of the noise depends on the mount housing and blades. Often you can remedy this by loosening the cover s screws slightly adjusting the position of the cover and retightening the screws.

Similarly if you can only hear the occasional ticking noise one of the blades could be hitting. Loose screws are often the cause of popping and other noises that ceiling fans make.