Heat pump maintenance in Manassas, Virginia, is crucial for keeping your equipment working effectively throughout the year.
It’s the easiest way to save energy and avoid a costly, troublesome breakdown.
Without a seasonal tune-up, your heat pump can cost you quite a bit in electricity bills and home comfort. Studies show heat pumps that aren’t maintained work much harder.
A severely neglected outdoor unit can use 10 to 25 percent more energy than a regularly serviced unit, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
You’ll see that reflect on your heating and cooling costs each month—and it won’t be cheap.
Maintenance makes your heat pump more stable too. You could have trouble lurking just under the surface. A professional maintenance appointment can help take care of them before they become a problem.
You’ll avoid service calls for routine problems like freezing up or perpetual running. And that saves you time and money. Call us to set up your appointment today.
How Often Should My Heat Pump Be Serviced?
We recommend bringing in a professional at least biannually—once in the fall and once in the spring. When temperatures first change, it’s a good time for a system tune-up.
After all, your system works year-round to keep you comfortable. All of that work can cause strain or even a breakdown, especially if left without maintenance.
Heat Pump Maintenance Checklist
You already know maintenance is vital for an efficient, dependable heat pump. But what can you do to get ready for your regular tune-up? Here are some DIY responsibilities to finish before your Air-Right Energy Design technician shows up:
- Check your outdoor unit. Your heat pump needs to be kept clear all the time to keep your home comfortable. Be sure there’s no debris on or around your unit. You’ll want about two feet open around your unit in each direction.
- Tidy up your system. Double check your outdoor unit is clean. If you see dirt or grime, turn it off and delicately clean it with a lower pressure hose. Eliminate dust and dirt inside by cleaning your vents.
- Routinely change your air filter. Your air filter keeps your air clean and your heat pump working as it should. Make sure to change it every few months.
What You Can Expect During Heat Pump Maintenance
When your technician does arrive, they’ll have a full list of their own to handle. Here’s a few things your Air-Right Energy Design expert will do when they arrive.
- Thoroughly check your system.
Your technician will check out a range of different aspects of your system—including your ducts, coil, blower, motor and more—for dust and dirt. - Clean your system.
If they discover buildup in your system, your technician will remove it. They’ll also clean your coils and condensation pan. - Examine refrigerant.
Your technician will check out your refrigerant level and refresh it if required. - Examine moving parts.
Your system is made up of parts that need to work together nicely. If your technician finds issues, they’ll make sure to lubricate your system’s parts. - Check electrical connections.
Your system is a complicated, electrical appliance. Make sure it’s safe with a visit from a Air-Right Energy Design expert.
Schedule Your Heat Pump Maintenance Appointment Today
When it comes to your home comfort, efficiency and reliability, heat pump maintenance is one of the most important things you can do. The Air-Right Energy Design team is here for you when you need it. Call us or request an appointment with us online.