Heat pump maintenance in Portland, Oregon, is essential for keeping your equipment working efficiently for many years.
It’s the least complicated way to save energy and avoid a costly, inconvenient breakdown.
Without a semiannual tune-up, your heat pump can cost you quite a bit in energy bills and home comfort. Studies show heat pumps that aren’t maintained work much harder.
An extremely neglected outdoor unit can use 10 to 25 percent more energy than a taken care of unit, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
You’ll see that expressed on your heating and cooling costs monthly—and it won’t be cheap.
Maintenance makes your heat pump more reliable too. You could have issues lurking just around the corner. A professional maintenance appointment can help take care of them before they become a more expensive fix.
You’ll avoid service calls for routine problems like freezing up or perpetual running. And that saves you time and money. Call us to set up your appointment today.
How Often Should My Heat Pump Be Serviced?
We recommend scheduling a professional at least biannually—once in the fall and once in the spring. When temperatures first change, it’s a great time for a system tune-up.
After all, your system works all the time to keep your home comfortable. All of that work can cause strain or even a breakdown, especially if left without maintenance.
Heat Pump Maintenance Checklist
You already know maintenance is essential for an efficient, reliable heat pump. But what can you do to get ready for your regular tune-up? Here are some DIY responsibilities to finish before your D & R Heating & Air technician shows up:
- Check your outdoor unit. Your heat pump needs to stay clear all the time to keep your home comfortable. Make sure there’s no debris on or around your unit. You’ll want about two feet open around your unit in each direction.
- Spruce up your system. Double check your outdoor unit is clean. If you see dirt buildup, shut it off and gently clean it with a lower pressure hose. Get rid of dust and dirt inside by cleaning your vents.
- Regularly change your air filter. Your air filter keeps your air clean and your heat pump working as it should. Be sure to change it every few months.
What You Can Expect During Heat Pump Maintenance
When your technician does arrive, they’ll have a full list of their own to handle. Here’s a few things your D & R Heating & Air expert will do when they arrive.
- Thoroughly check your system.
Your technician will check out a range of different aspects of your system—including your ducts, coil, blower, motor and more—for dust and dirt. - Clean your system.
If they discover buildup in your system, your technician will remove it. They’ll also clean your coils and condensation pan. - Examine refrigerant.
Your technician will check out your refrigerant level and refresh it if required. - Examine moving parts.
Your system is made up of parts that need to work together nicely. If your technician finds issues, they’ll make sure to lubricate your system’s parts. - Check electrical connections.
Your system is a complicated, electrical appliance. Make sure it’s safe with a visit from a D & R Heating & Air expert.
Schedule Your Heat Pump Maintenance Appointment Today
When it comes to your home comfort, efficiency and reliability, heat pump maintenance is one of the most important things you can do. The D & R Heating & Air team is here for you when you need it. Call us or request an appointment with us online.
