3 Signs Your Heat Pump Needs Service

Hello World!  Welcome Friends!  Having a heat pump is often a more efficient choice than a standard furnace or forced-air system. These use electricity to heat and cool your home by transferring energy from the outdoor air.

But even still, this type of system still needs to be serviced and maintained by the professionals at CM heating or your company of choice. This maintenance keeps them working well and ensures your system can last for years to come.

But what are the signs that your heat pump may need to be serviced? Keep reading to find out.

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Poor Temperature Control

If you find that your heat pump isn’t able to stick to the temperature that you chose, it could be a sign that something is wrong with it. Everyone wants consistency in their temperature at home, and not getting it can be frustrating.

Oftentimes, it is an issue with the compressor or the refrigerant that causes inconsistency. There is also a chance that your heat pump could simply be getting old and is not as effective as it used to be. No matter the root cause, it is worth calling in an expert to inspect and diagnose.

This could also be an issue with your thermostat or even be due to you setting the wrong temperature, so always be sure to check those out as well.

You are Hearing Unusual Noises

In most cases, heat pumps don’t make a lot of noise inside your home. They operate quite quietly and keep your home a calm place. However, there may be some times where you hear some unusual sounds coming from the system.

These could be grinding, clicking, buzzing, banging, or scraping noises, and can be caused by a variety of issues. There could be something wrong with an electrical component, could be a part that has come out of place, or could be a problem with the motor.

If your heat pump begins exhibiting sounds louder than normal, or are concerning to you, you should turn off your system and reach out to a professional to come check out and service it.

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Higher-Than-Normal Electricity Bills

While utility bills are indeed rising, keep an eye out for your electricity bill dramatically increasing from one month to the next, as it could be a sign of a problem with your heat pump. Heat pumps are notoriously efficient, so they shouldn’t be costing you a ton every month. If they are, there is a good chance that your system is working harder than it should.

This often means something inside the pump has malfunctioned or isn’t working properly, or there is an issue with the connection from the pump to the thermostat. An expert should be able to identify and fix the issue, to ensure you are no longer stuck with a massive bill every month.

If you encounter these issues with your heat pump, it might be a good idea to get it checked out and serviced by a professional. There is a chance it is nothing, or simply something minor, but it is better to be safe than sorry.

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