Heat pump maintenance in Crown Point, Indiana, is critical for keeping your heat pump working effectively throughout the seasons.
It’s the easiest way to conserve energy and avoid a costly, inconvenient breakdown.
Without a semiannual tune-up, your heat pump can cost you quite a lot in utility bills and home comfort. Studies show heat pumps that aren’t maintained work much harder.
An especially neglected outdoor unit can use 10 to 25 percent more energy than a maintained 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 system more dependable too. You could have trouble lurking just out of sight. A professional tune-up can help take care of them before they become a problem.
You’ll avoid service calls for typical 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 biannually—once in the fall and once in the spring. When temperatures start to change, it’s a good time for a system tune-up.
After all, your system works all year 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 important for an efficient, dependable heat pump. But what can you do to plan for your upcoming tune-up? Here are some DIY responsibilities to finish before your Struven Heating & Cooling technician shows up:
- Check your outdoor unit. Your heat pump needs to stay clear all the time to keep your home comfortable. Make 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 dirt buildup, turn it off and gently clean it with a lower pressure hose. Remove 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 well. 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 Struven Heating & Cooling 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 Struven Heating & Cooling 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 Struven Heating & Cooling team is here for you when you need it. Call us or request an appointment with us online.