What you re hearing however is the effect of low temperatures on the building materials.
Attic noise cold weather.
As you crank up the heat when temperatures drop the airflow affects the metal ducts and hot air coming through a cold duct causes the metal to expand.
Also when the temperature becomes very hot or very cold or when sunlight warms one part of a home and not another these noises may become more pronounced.
Awakening in the middle of a cold night by repeated loud banging from your home s roof can be quite alarming giving rise to visions of falling tree limbs or intruders on the roof.
Most of the noises seem to be coming from the top of the walls.
Find out which attic noises and actions are coming from which pest with our handy little guide.
House noises a loose shutter on an attic window or loosened attic vents can cause a banging sound if it s windy as can branches hitting the roof.
What are some other causes of attic noise.
As i sit here in bed trying to get some sleep i cannot.
Your home s hvac system may be behind some of the bangs and groans in your attic.
As the temperature continues to drop these animals tend to make their way into our homes or businesses for warmth and shelter.
Fluttering noises in the attic.
Heating ducts as they cool also make banging.
It literally sounds like someone punching sheetrock.
One of the most common critters to find in your home throughout the winter months are bats.
Hvac units tend to make a certain amount of noise as a general rule.
Its not all in one area.