If you already scheduled air conditioning maintenance this calendar year for your AC unit, you’re most likely in the clear. But if you haven’t had a heat pump maintenance appointment in 2024, you definitely need to schedule one before switching over to heating for the fall and winter seasons.
You can keep reading to learn why prioritizing heat pump repairs in Lake Mary now will pay off next summer and in future years. Then give our team a call to schedule your service and prioritize great energy efficiency and a longer lifespan for your air conditioner.
Maintenance Frequency
Heat pumps actually need maintenance twice each calendar year. When you have a standalone air conditioner, you schedule service annually. The same goes for a standalone heater. Since the heat pump is an all-in-one solution, you want to schedule service for the system once as an air conditioner and a second time as a heater. Your heat pump is taking on twice as much wear and tear. Skipping out on heat pump service can have negative repercussions very quickly.
Signs of Heat Pump Problems
Whether you consistently schedule maintenance or have skipped service for a while, it’s important to know the signs of heat pump problems so that you can schedule a repair appointment when something is going wrong.
The most common sign of heat pump problems is unusual sounds. If your heat pump begins to make any sound that is out of the ordinary, consider it a red flag. Unusual sounds can range from quieter noises like clicking or humming too loud to obvious sounds like shrieking and booming. They may happen a single time or repetitively.
You also need to pay attention to other signs like changes in how your heat pump is operating. If it seems like it’s struggling to turn on for a cycle, don’t wait to schedule service until your heat pump is not working at all. You should also pay attention to the length of the heating and cooling cycles.
If your heat pump seems like it’s turning on and staying on for a long time without taking a break, call for service. The same thing goes if your heat pump is turning on and off every few minutes without ever staying on for long enough to change the indoor air temperature.
Benefits of Professional Heat Pump Maintenance
When you prioritize regular maintenance with our team of experts, you can largely avoid a lot of the problems we listed above. We know that heat pump maintenance is an expense. However, it’s also an investment because you are taking preventative action to care for your heat pump and avoid problems.
You can save on energy costs by helping your heat pump to maintain better overall energy efficiency. You can also save money on expensive heat pump repairs that you would otherwise have to make when you skip out on regular maintenance.
When you combine these two benefits together, your heat pump doesn’t have to work as hard to heat and cool your home. The result is a longer lifespan for your heat pump, meaning that you won’t have to make the investment in a new system as soon as you might otherwise need to.
Call Facemyer Air Conditioning and Heating if you need to schedule heat pump service for your home. Exceeding Your Expectations With Comfort!