AC Comfort Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Heat Pump Repair’

How to Know If It’s Time to Replace That Heat Pump or Not

Monday, February 12th, 2024
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Heat pumps are great for our weather. We can rely on them to cool us down through our long hot season, and when we need heat for our brief winters, heat pumps also come through—and they cost less to run than a furnace. All around, heat pumps are one of the best home comfort systems available.

All that work comes at price, of course, which is that a heat pump will eventually wear down to the point where it needs to be replaced. With regular maintenance (done twice a year), you can expect to get a long service life from your heat pump. But at what point will you know it’s time to contact us to schedule a heat pump replacement in Cypress, TX? We’ll help with some important information about how to tell you’ve got a heat pump that’s on its way out.

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Why Your Heat Pump Isn’t Switching to Heat Mode

Monday, March 13th, 2023
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Many homeowners love heat pump systems because they are so versatile. They can provide either heating or cooling, making them an ideal all-in-one system. But sometimes a heat pump can struggle when it’s time to switch between cooling mode and heating mode.

When this happens, you may be wondering what’s wrong – and if it’s a major problem that’s going to cost a lot of money. You may even be tempted to search online for a DIY solution, but fixing it yourself can do more harm than good. 

If you need heat pump repair in Katy, TX our team is here to help. Keep reading to learn more about why your heat pump may be struggling to switch over to heating mode. Then give our team a call to assess your heat pump system and offer a solution. Don’t ignore the problem if your heat pump isn’t switching to heat mode. You want to fix any heat pump problems sooner rather than later or the problem will only worsen.

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Heat Pump Problems: Not Enough Heat?

Monday, January 14th, 2019

cold-sweater-manWe often talk up the heat pump because not enough people know about how beneficial these systems are in a climate like the one we enjoy. As an alternative to the standard “AC and electric furnace” setup many homes in Katy and the surrounding areas have, the heat pump is excellent. Replace the old furnace and air conditioner combo with a system that provides great cooling and energy-efficient heating when needed.

But what if you have a heat pump that isn’t providing the heat you need? Or maybe not providing any heat at all? When you make the switch on the heat pump from cooling mode (where it will be for most of the year) to heating mode, you might find yourself in this position. Let’s take a look at where the problem may lie.

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