When you need heat pump repair in Port St. Lucie, Florida, trust the experts at Custom Air Systems Inc.
Your heat pump works hard to keep your home at the right temperature.
Unlike air conditioners, the outdoor unit on heat pumps doesn’t get time off when the temperatures start to drop.
Instead, your heat pump functions all year to keep your home comfortable in the winter and cool in the summer. That continual effort can culminate in the need for repairs.
If that time does occur, Custom Air Systems Inc is happy to help. We can service most any heat pump. We work hard to make your space comfy again as soon as possible.
Customer satisfaction, efficiency and safety are our top concerns. We’re happy to prove it when you trust us with your home comfort. Call us at 772-247-2283 now to schedule an appointment.
Five Signals Your Heat Pump Needs to Be Serviced
Now that you have heard some of the root causes of heat pump damage, it might be useful to hear how those problems make themselves known. Here are some general signs something is wrong with your heat pump.
1. Heat Pump Covered in Ice
During the colder months, it’s possible that your outdoor unit will have a bit of ice buildup. When this happens, your unit should switch into a defrost cycle and reverse the refrigerant to melt the ice. If your whole unit is covered in ice and won’t defrost, you have a problem that needs professional attention.
2. Heat Pump is Short Cycling
By short cycling, we mean that your heat pump starts and stops before it’s had a chance to bring your home to your preferred temperature. This is a sign that your heat pump is the incorrect size for your home. And if it isn’t taken care of, it could wear your heat pump down.
3. Energy Bills are Climbing
Your heat pump is one of the most efficient HVAC solutions available—especially if you maintain it well. If you’re doing everything you can to take care of it and are still noticing your energy costs climb, it’s time to bring in a professional.
4. Heat Pump Is Noisy
Your heat pump isn’t going to be totally silent, but it also shouldn’t be unusually noisy. If you’re hearing new sounds from your system—especially any that sound wrong—you may want to have a professional inspect it.
5. Heating or Cooling Appears Weaker
Lower home comfort is likely the most obvious—and annoying—sign you may need a repair. If you’ve tried changing your setting and nothing seems to work, Custom Air Systems Inc can help.
Common Reasons for Heat Pump Problems
There are quite a few things that can cause problems for your heat pump. Here are some of the most common issues.
- Absence of maintenance. Like you, your heat pump needs to be taken care of to stay in good shape. You have a regular checkup. Your heat pump has yearly maintenance. You should bring in an HVAC expert twice a year to help your system stay on track. Without maintenance, you’re putting your system at risk for a failure.
- Clogged filter. One of the least complicated ways to keep your heat pump working correctly is to regularly check and switch out your air filter. If you avoid it, your system has to work harder to keep you comfortable. Operating overtime like that can bring about damage, and later, a repair.
- Component failure. Your heat pump is made of a variety of parts—both moving and stationary. They’re all important to heating and cooling your home efficiently. When one stops working, it can make it difficult—or impossible—for your system to carry on without a repair.
- Thermostat problems. Your thermostat is a precise instrument. Any trouble with it could make your home less comfortable.
Should I Repair or Replace My Heat Pump?
When your heat pump stops working, it seems only natural to call for a repair. But sometimes, a repair isn’t worth the investment. In those times, a replacement is a better option. Here are some factors that can help you see if a repair is a better option:
- Your heat pump is less than 10 years old. If your heat pump is still somewhat young, a repair likely makes sense. It still has a lot of life left to live. However, if your heat pump is aging, a replacement might make more financial sense.
- You haven’t repaired your heat pump many times. If a repair on your system is a relatively rare occurrence, you may want to continue with the repair. If you feel like you’ve been repairing your unit pretty often, it might be time to think about a replacement.
- The repair you need is inexpensive. If a technician can take care of your issue easily and the price is relatively low, a repair is presumably your best choice. But if your repair will cost you quite a bit—like replacing your heat pump’s compressor—it’s likely better to put that money into a new heat pump that will serve you for a lot longer.
What’s the Next Step Toward a New Heat Pump?
A Custom Air Systems Inc technician can walk you through all your options and help you decide if repair or replacement makes more sense for your system. No matter what you need, we’re here to help. Give us a call at 772-247-2283 or request an appointment with us online.
