Your heat pump’s condition declines as it ages, but there are several things you can do to help keep it in good shape. The following are three tips for boosting your heat pump efficiency in Modesto, CA.
Mind the Outdoor Unit
The outdoor unit houses the condenser coil, which absorbs heat from the environment and relays it into your living space (or vice versa). Leaves and other debris that accumulate near the unit can reduce its ability to work properly. Consequently, your heat pump runs continuously as it tries to provide sufficient warmth to your home.
Consider installing a barrier around the unit to keep plants, flowers, pet fur and other potential debris away from it, leaving plenty of space for it to function and avoiding any coverage of the unit’s top. This simple act can help improve heat pump efficiency.
Schedule Heat Pump Maintenance
It’s not advisable to give attention to your system only when a component breaks down. Like a car needs regular service to keep working efficiently, so does your heat pump. Consider scheduling system maintenance before the onset of seasons with extreme temperatures, such as winter.
During the tuneup, a service technician will clean your unit, lubricate moving parts, inspect the electrical components and fix any leaks. They’ll also inspect the thermostat to ensure it communicates accurately with your system.
Change Your Air Filter
Your air filter traps contaminants and prevents them from clogging your system and infiltrating your rooms. The more contaminants it traps, the more blocked the air filter can get. Air won’t be able to easily pass through, so your system will have difficulty operating as it should.
Contact CEN-CAL AIR Heating and Cooling for excellent heating services, including maintenance to replacements. We’ve been in business since 2006 and have the expertise to care for your system and improve its performance. Emergency service is available 24/7.
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