Loud noises from the engine on the alternator side

[Jesse Duenas]

I own a 2011 corolla and there is loud noises coming the alternator side could it be my pulley is wearing out i don't believe it's my alternator itself cause the car is still charging

 

[two-if-by-sea]

My guess would be the bearings in your alternator. It's fairly simple to remove the alternator. Locally, I have a company called Pasco that does free electrical inspection in-car, without removing anything. I know they are a chain, not sure if you have a similar vendor in your area.