Heat pump maintenance in The Bay Area, California, is critical for keeping your equipment working well throughout the seasons.
It’s the least complicated way to save energy and avoid a costly, annoying breakdown.
Without a semiannual tune-up, your heat pump can cost you quite a chunk of change in utility bills and home comfort. Studies show heat pumps that aren’t serviced regularly work much harder.
An especially 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 expressed on your heating and cooling costs every month—and it won’t be cheap.
Maintenance makes your heat pump more dependable too. You could have trouble lurking just out of sight. A professional service visit can help take care of them before they become something worse.
You’ll avoid service calls for common problems like freezing up or continuous 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 scheduling a professional at least twice a year—once in the fall and once in the spring. When temperatures start to change, it’s the perfect time for a system tune-up.
After all, your system works year-round to keep your family 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, trustworthy heat pump. But what can you do to plan for your upcoming tune-up? Here are some DIY things to finish before your Contra Costa Heating & AC technician visits:
- Check your outdoor unit. Your heat pump needs to be kept clear year-round to keep your home comfortable. Be sure there’s no debris on or around your unit. You should have about two feet open around your unit in each direction.
- Tidy up your system. Double check your outdoor unit is clean. If you see visible dirt, 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 efficiently. Be 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 Contra Costa Heating & AC 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 Contra Costa Heating & AC 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 critical things you can do. The Contra Costa Heating & AC team is here for you when you need it. Call us or request an appointment with us online.
