Every homeowner in Perdido Key, FL who owns a heat pump should have a professional-grade tune-up at least once per year. Here are some reasons why now is the perfect time to schedule fall heat pump maintenance.
Lower Heating Bills
For many homeowners, the primary attraction to a heat pump system lies in the efficient way they can heat and cool homes. Since there’s a connection between a system’s efficiency and the integrity of its parts, lagging performance nearly always signals trouble.
One of the clearest outward signs of falling efficiency are rising electricity bills. If your bills increase even if you aren’t using your system more than usual, you can be sure your system’s performance is dropping. Scheduling maintenance this fall can help you save money during the winter.
Decrease the Likelihood of Malfunctions
When heat pumps are in trouble, they sometimes produce overt signs, like strange sounds, odd smells, and erratic cycling. However, not every problem that can afflict your system is so clearly visible.
One of the purposes of maintenance is to detect hidden issues that may turn into bigger problems eventually. In the long run, it can save you a significant amount of money on heat pump repairs.
Extend Service Life
Like all other complex equipment, heat pumps can only remain effective for a certain length of time. The average air-source heat pump can remain efficient for approximately 12-15 years with seasonal tune-ups.
By removing obstructions, lubricating parts, inspecting electrical wiring and so on, HVAC maintenance technicians can push your heat pump to perform well through the time spans indicated above. With luck, your system may even exceed its average life span. However, without periodic tune-ups, there is a substantial risk that your heat pump will break down earlier than you may expect.
Regular maintenance will allow your heat pump to reach peak performance. Call Economy Appliance Heat & Air today to schedule a heat pump tune-up for your home in Perdido Key, FL.
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