Many homes use heat pumps to keep their homes comfortable year-round. But how does one know when to call for Palatine heat pump services? Here are some tell-tale signs the pump needs attention.
The Heat Pump Ices Up
While some icing is normal in winter, a heat pump shouldn’t develop heavy frosting. If it does, this signals the defrost mechanism is broken.
Heat pumps shouldn’t ice up during the summer. If they do, the most common problems are usually:
- Refrigerant leak
- Dirty coils
- Clogged air filter
Call a technician for servicing right away.
Heat Pump Cycles On and Off
When a heat pump cycles on and off frequently, this is called short cycling. Allowing short cycling to continue for too long can cause the pump to overheat and fail. Call for service to get to the bottom of the problem ASAP.
The Unit Runs Too Loud
Noisy units are distracting but also a sign of mechanical issues. Broken belts and bent blades can also cause these noises. A technician must inspect the pump to determine the exact cause of the screeching, rattling, banging, or other noise.
Weak Airflow
Heat pumps are great systems that help people heat and cool their homes effectively. But that doesn’t mean they don’t experience airflow problems once in a while. If some rooms heat or cool better than others, these problems must be addressed to prevent wasted energy and maintain healthy indoor air quality.
For Palatine heat pump services, contact Allied Air Conditioning & Heating Corporation – Palatine now.
