Hello World! Welcome Friends! Just like a boiler, air conditioning unit, or any other electrical technology that we use to control the temperature in our homes, regular maintenance is required to make sure a heat pump continues to work reliably and efficiently.
After all, if you’ve invested the money to have one of these installed because you are looking for more sustainable energy solutions, it makes sense to try and get the longest life out of your heat pump that you can. Maintenance is an essential part of that, and when it is done often by a professional service, your heat pump should be able to last 15 years and maybe even beyond.
This is your short guide to caring for your heat pump so that you can get the most out of it.
Essential Tips for Heat Pump Maintenance
Caring for heat pumps is different in some ways from maintaining furnaces and HVAC systems. Here are the tips that you should keep in mind to look after yours:
- Clean the air filters regularly: This is something quick that you can do yourself, or it is fairly cheap to have a professional do it for you. Whichever you choose, keeping the air filters clean will keep your pump working more efficiently, which is better for your wallet and the environment. It will also help it to last longer.
How often should you do this? Try to check the filter once a month. If it is visibly very dirty, then it is time to clean it or replace it.
- Check on the outdoor unit: Snow and ice put a strain on the outer components of a heat pump. If you live in a cold climate, it is important to regularly check on the outdoor unit and clear off any snow, ice, and rainwater.
Most come with a defrost feature included, but this only means making your machine work harder. Also, in really harsh weather this may not be very effective. It is best to keep an eye on the unit yourself.
- Schedule professional maintenance regularly: There is only so much you can do yourself when it comes to maintaining your heat pump. Other jobs are best left to the pros as they can get messy and dangerous.
But do not wait until your heat pump is low on refrigerant or it is experiencing a problem before calling them in. Getting your pump professionally cleaned and tested at least once a year will not only make sure that your heat pump is working properly and efficiently right now, but it will help to prevent issues in the future too.
- Make space around the outdoor unit: Keep the area a few feet around your heat pump’s outdoor unit clear of plants and objects, as these can reduce airflow. This will also help when you or professional technicians need to access it.
Heat pumps have been becoming popular because of their great energy efficiency, which keeps bills and CO2 emissions low. In fact, even industrial energy users have been trying them out. For the greatest benefits, keep yours well maintained and get it professionally serviced regularly.
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