While heat pumps are usually very reliable heating and cooling systems, like any other mechanical device, they do have the potential to break down, and often at the most inconvenient times. While most of the things that can go wrong with a heat pump require the assistance of a reliable HVAC technician, it’s usually a good idea to first kick the tires yourself, with some basic heat pump troubleshooting.
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Heat Pump Troubleshooting: Simple Fixes You Can Try Yourself
Thursday, February 21st, 2013The Importance Of Heat Pump Maintenance
Thursday, June 28th, 2012
If your home uses a heat pump for cooling and heating, you know how efficiently it can operate. You’ve seen the relatively low energy bills. However, like any other complex machinery, heat pumps need regular maintenance. Following are all good reasons for keeping your system in top condition. Shopping For A Heat Pump? Terms You Should Know
Tuesday, June 26th, 2012
When shopping for a heat pump, you’re taking a trip into the world of heating and air conditioning engineering. A heat pump works like an air conditioner in the summer, and thanks to design technology, as a home heater in the winter. Heat pumps simply exchange heat from one place to another for both functions. The following terms will help you make the right choice:
Air-Source Heat Pumps — How They Provide Efficient Home Comfort Year Round
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012If you’re in need of a new heating and cooling system for your home that offers high energy-efficiency levels year-round, consider an air-source heat pump. The only fuel these systems use is electricity and their efficiency comes from their ability to move heat from one place to another. In the summer, they remove the heat from your home and in the summer, they harvest it from the air, bringing it inside.
The Three Parts Of A Heat Pump
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012Home heat pumps are designed to provide two types of thermal energy, heating and cooling. Your refrigerator and automobile air-conditioning are types of heat pumps. There are three basic parts of a heat pump – the condenser, compressor and evaporator. This type of system is referred to as an air-to-air transfer system or closed-circuit heat pump.
Seasonal Heat Pump Maintenance Is The Key To Year-Round Comfort
Tuesday, January 10th, 2012If you want the best benefit in comfort and energy savings out of your heat pump system, you should perform seasonal maintenance to keep it in top working order. The best times for seasonal heat pump maintenance here in the San Joaquin valley are before the beginning of the heating and cooling seasons – spring and fall. As winter gets underway, leaves and debris can be a particular issue.
Neglect Won’t Increase The Lifespan Of Your Heat Pump, But Routine Maintenance Will
Thursday, October 27th, 2011
Maintaining A New Solar System
Thursday, September 29th, 2011
You have purchased your new solar water heater or photovoltaic panel array and had it installed. Now you’re sitting back anticipating your energy savings. These systems deliver plenty of free hot water and electricity. They just keep working for you, requiring so little maintenance that you could almost forget they’re there.
HVAC Service Quotes Get You On The Road To Savings: Tips On How To Read Them
Tuesday, July 5th, 2011Your HVAC system is the most important part of keeping your home comfortable. As such, you need to make sure you have competent people servicing and working on it. You want to save money but you also want to make sure you understand what you’re going to be paying for. That is why it’s so important to properly interpret HVAC service quotes.
“Greening” Your Home? Consider Dual-Fuel Systems
Thursday, June 16th, 2011Dual-fuel (or hybrid) home-heating systems are gaining in popularity across the country. The flexibility they provide in choosing your energy source helps you save money on your utility bills, and it’s also a “green” alternative to traditional heating systems. To a certain extent, they allow you to switch to whatever heat source is most affordable during the winter.