Heat Pump Replacement in Sherwood
When heat pumps operate at their best, they offer exceptional efficiency and provide outstanding indoor comfort and air quality. However, maintaining their optimal performance requires some effort. It’s crucial to adhere to your maintenance schedule, quickly address any issues, and replace the unit when its expected lifespan concludes.
Proper maintenance involves several steps to ensure your heat pump operates efficiently. First, you should call us, and we’ll send one of our heating technicians to clean the air handler and condenser unit. Our technicians will also check the refrigerant level and replenish it if necessary, lubricate moving parts, and verify the operation of the thermostat.
If your heat pump is ducted, one of our technicians will inspect the ducts for leaks, ensure proper insulation, and clean and disinfect the ducts to prevent mold growth. This should be done at least twice a year, preferably before the heating and cooling seasons when the demand for conditioned air is high. Such comprehensive maintenance will also help you avoid unexpected breakdowns and increase the lifespan of your heat pump.
In case of the following heat pump issues, be sure to also call for a professional repair service:
- Failure to turn on
- The heat pump runs constantly
- Weird noises and odors
- Low airflow
There are many reasons why a heat pump fails to turn on. Perhaps you have a refrigerant leak, a blocked outdoor unit, or even problems with your power supply. Also, if the capacitor responsible for starting the compressor is faulty, your system won’t run. A constantly running heat pump is simply struggling to maintain the desired temperatures. This could be due to a malfunctioning thermostat, improper sizing, or poor home insulation. Weird noises, odors, and weak airflow are signs of other serious issues.
For example, if you hear grinding noises, your heat pump’s fan motor bearings have already deteriorated. A foul smell may suggest biological growth inside your system, while poor airflow may indicate dirty filters or leaking ducts.
Consider heat pump replacement when you are frequently calling for professional repairs. If your repair costs within a year amount to half the price of a new system, your heat pump’s time is up. Continuously pouring money into an aging system can be financially draining and inefficient.