Mechanical Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Heat Pumps’ Category

Reminder: Heat Pumps Need Maintenance in Fall Too!

Monday, November 20th, 2023

It’s fall and it’s time for heater maintenance. Even if you already scheduled service for it once this year, you may think you’re off the hook. But your heat pump is both a heater and air conditioner. That means your heat pump also needs service during the fall as a heater. After all, your heat pump is operating year-round without any breaks. 

And if you didn’t schedule heater maintenance during the springtime, it’s even more crucial that you do so now. Give our team a call when you’re ready to schedule HVAC maintenance in Hobe Sound, FL for your heat pump. You can also keep reading to learn more about why fall maintenance is so important for your heat pump ahead of the winter season.

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Here’s Why a Refrigerant Leak Is Bad News

Monday, December 19th, 2022
Air conditioner with maintenance tools in residential back yard

You may only think of refrigerant when it comes to cooling your home in the summer. But it’s possible that you also use refrigerant in the winter to heat your home—if you use a heat pump. The lack of awareness around refrigerant for heating use can lead to refrigerant leaks going unnoticed during the winter.

A refrigerant leak doesn’t just affect how well your heat pump can warm your home. It also puts strain on your heat pump and makes it work harder than it needs to. So if you need heat pump or AC repair in St. Lucie, FL, our team can help—whether you’re heating or cooling your home. 

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