When you need heat pump repair in Winnipeg, Manitoba, trust the experts at Kirkfield Heating & Air Conditioning.
Your heat pump works hard to keep your house comfortable.
Unlike air conditioners, the outdoor unit on heat pumps doesn’t get the season off when the temperatures start to drop.
Instead, your heat pump works all year to keep your home cozy in the winter and cool in the summer. That continual effort can culminate in the need for repairs.
If that time does occur, Kirkfield Heating & Air Conditioning is happy to help. We can service most any heat pump. We work hard to make your space comfortable again as soon as possible.
Customer satisfaction, efficiency and safety are our top interests. We’re happy to demonstrate when you trust us with your home comfort. Call us at 204-272-8128 now to schedule an appointment.
Five Signs Your Heat Pump Needs to Be Fixed
Now that you have heard some of the basic causes of heat pump damage, it might be helpful to hear how those problems make themselves known. Here are some prevalent signs something is faulty with your heat pump.
1. Heat Pump Covered in Ice
During the colder months, it’s possible that your outdoor unit will have a little ice buildup. When this occurs, your unit should move into a defrost cycle and reverse the refrigerant to melt the ice. If your whole unit is covered in ice and won’t defrost, you have a problem that needs professional service.
2. Heat Pump is Short Cycling
By short cycling, we mean that your heat pump starts and stops before it’s had the opportunity to bring your home to your preferred temperature. This is a sign that your heat pump is incorrectly sized for your home. And if it isn’t taken care of, it could wear your heat pump down.
3. Energy Bills are Climbing
Your heat pump is one of the most efficient HVAC solutions available—especially if you maintain it well. If you’re doing everything you can to take care of it and are still noticing your energy costs increase, it’s time to bring in a professional.
4. Heat Pump Is Noisy
Your heat pump isn’t going to be completely silent, but it also shouldn’t be terribly noisy. If you’re hearing new sounds from your unit—especially any that sound wrong—you may want to have a professional inspect it.
5. Heating or Cooling Feels Weaker
Reduced home comfort is perhaps the most obvious—and annoying—sign you may need a repair. If you’ve tried modifying your setting and nothing seems to work, Kirkfield Heating & Air Conditioning can help.
Common Reasons for Heat Pump Problems
There are quite a few things that can cause issues for your heat pump. Here are some of the most common issues.
- Absence of maintenance. Like you, your heat pump needs to be taken care of to stay in good shape. You have an annual checkup. Your heat pump has seasonal maintenance. You should schedule an appointment with an HVAC expert twice a year to help your system stay strong. Without maintenance, you’re putting your system at risk for a failure.
- Clogged filter. One of the simplest ways to keep your heat pump on track is to frequently check and change your air filter. If you ignore it, your system has to work harder to keep your home comfortable. Operating overtime like that can cause damage, and later, a repair.
- Component failure. Your heat pump is made of quite a few parts—both moving and stationary. They’re all critical to heating and cooling your home efficiently. When one fails, it can make it challenging—or impossible—for your system to function without a repair.
- Thermostat problems. Your thermostat is a sensitive instrument. Any issue with it could make your house less comfortable.
Should I Repair or Replace My Heat Pump?
When your heat pump stops working, it seems only natural to call for a repair. But sometimes, a repair isn’t worth the money. In those times, a replacement is a better investment. Here are some factors that can help you choose if a repair is a better option:
- Your heat pump is less than 10 years old. If your heat pump is still somewhat young, a repair likely makes sense. It still has a lot of life left for you. However, if your heat pump is up there in years, a replacement might make more financial sense.
- You haven’t repaired your heat pump a bunch of times. If a repair on your system is a relatively rare occurrence, you may want to continue with the repair. If you feel like you’ve been repairing your unit pretty often, it might be time to think about a replacement.
- The repair you need is inexpensive. If a technician can take care of your issue easily and the price is relatively low, a repair is most likely your best choice. But if your repair will cost you quite a bit—like replacing your heat pump’s compressor—it’s likely better to put that money into a new heat pump that will serve you for a lot longer.
What’s the Next Step Toward a New Heat Pump?
A Kirkfield Heating & Air Conditioning technician can walk you through all your options and help you decide if repair or replacement makes more sense for your system. No matter what you need, we’re here to help. Give us a call at 204-272-8128 or request an appointment with us online.
