Signs You Need Heat Pump Repair

Heat pumps get a year-round workout heating and cooling your Cape Coral, FL, home. With that much exercise, it’s natural that your equipment will run into problems from time to time. Here are four signs that you need heat pump repair.

Short Cycling

Short cycling is when your heat pump constantly turns on and off. Several issues can short cycling, but the three most common are a clogged or dirty filter, a refrigerant leak, or a faulty thermostat. If you don’t address the problem quickly, your energy bills will soon go through the roof.

Unusual Noises

Your heat pump typically hums when it operates, but loud bangs or thumps signal a problem. A loose fan belt can cause a flapping or rattling noise; your motor needs oil if you hear a screech. You might hear a bubbling noise if you have a refrigerant leak. Whatever the noise is, don’t delay calling us to have it checked out.

Lack of Heating or Cooling

Low refrigerant might also be the culprit if your heat pump doesn’t put out hot or cool air. A bad connection between your heat pump and the thermostat also affects air output. You might also have a broken reversing valve. Our experienced heat pump repair technicians will quickly diagnose the problem and make an effective repair.

Little or No Airflow

Poor airflow can signal a problem with your air ducts. Dirt buildup in your ductwork restricts airflow; leaky ductwork or loose connections allow conditioned air to escape before reaching your rooms. Dirty coils or air filters, a malfunctioning blower motor, or a blocked outside unit may also be the problem.

Calling a professional HVAC company like Arctic Air Home Services (formerly Spectrum) when a problem surfaces is the best way to avoid long-term damage and high energy bills. Our NATE-certified technicians have the skills to deliver the top-notch heat pump repair and HVAC maintenance needed to reduce problems down the road.