Your heat pump plays a vital role in keeping you comfortable during the coldest months of the year. It can be alarming to discover that the system doesn’t work properly at the most inopportune time. Here’s how to tell that you need to contact an HVAC contractor to repair a broken heat pump.

How to Know if You Need Heat Pump Repair

1. Odd Noises

If your heat pump doesn’t usually generate much noise, you should pay close attention if it suddenly starts to produce unfamiliar sounds. For examples, if it resembles metal pieces clanging against one another, turn off the unit and have an HVAC contractor investigate. It could be due to a damaged fan or motor.

The blades of the fan could be responsible, causing the tubing nearby to break and leading to a refrigerant leak. A loud shrieking noise could indicate that the motor is about to fail.

2. Rising Energy Costs

If your energy bills suddenly spike for no explicable reason, it could be due to a faulty heat pump. When the system doesn’t work properly, it uses more energy to heat your home, causing the bills to skyrocket unexpectedly.

If the problem isn’t due to a dirty air filter, your HVAC contractor will check for other problems that might indicate it needs repairs. It could just require comprehensive maintenance if it’s been a while since the last inspection, or it could be due to a refrigerant leak from the copper lines that connect the outside unit to the home furnace. That could cause it to run nonstop, driving up costs in the process.

3. Cold Air

The heat pump should always warm air that reaches the temperature on your thermostat. If you feel cold air coming from the vents, or if some rooms feel warm while others feel uncomfortably chilly, it could be due to a broken reversing valve, which is the component that reverses refrigerant flow so that the house warms up efficiently. This is among the most important parts of the whole system, so you’ll need to contact a technician promptly for repairs.

Are you concerned about a potential problem with your heat pump? Let the experienced HVAC contractors at Purvis Heating & Air Conditioning resolve it for you. Proudly serving clients throughout Ben Hill, GA, and the surrounding counties, the company provides reliable heating and cooling services, from repairs to inspections. Visit their website to learn more about their work, or call (229) 423-9100 to schedule an appointment.