Is Your Heat Pump in Good Shape for the Holidays?
With the season upon us, you may be putting in a call to family or have them coming to stay. In that case, has your heat pump been having trouble making ends meet as it gets cold? One has to wonder when the system responsible for the warmth of your home was given a proper once over.
You will not be alone if those are concerns of yours. We at Anderson Air have put homeowners in New Hanover County and beyond at ease since 2013. A phone call to (910) 210-0399 and we can have your heat pump in order before your visitors get here.
The Strain the Holidays Place on Your Heat Pump
When you have a house full of people there is bound to be more cooking and open doors. The heat pump must put in extra effort to maintain a set temperature with all the foot traffic and a thermostat running higher than normal. Under ordinary circumstances a system might muddle through, but once the place is full it can be left behind.
Then there is the matter of the cold we get in southeastern North Carolina, which has a way of arriving right around the holidays. You do not want to be finding out about a problem then.
Preparation is key. It is much less of a hassle to put right a minor thing now than to be looking for a repair in the middle of a holiday weekend.
Any Doubts About Your System?
There are warning signs one should be aware of:
- Uneven rooms, some warm and others not
- The system on the go yet failing to get to the desired temperature
- Any grinding, rattling or squealing
- An odor, be it burning or musty, from the heat
- Energy bills that are steeper than last winter’s
- Ice or frost on the unit outside
- The unit short cycling, turning on and off in quick succession
Homeowners are wont to put these off until the system gives up altogether, but they are the heat pump’s way of saying it wants some attention.
Things to Do Before Your Guests Come
A few measures will go some way to seeing your heat pump in top form:
- Put in a new air filter or clean the old one
- Put any leaves or debris out of the way of the outdoor unit
- See that no furniture or decorations are in front of your vents
- Leave the thermostat at a steady setting
- Take note of any sounds that seem out of place
They will not mend a mechanical fault but they make for better efficiency and can nip an issue in the bud.
Leave It to a Pro
If the heat pump is blowing cool air or not keeping pace, it is best to have a technician look at it. He can verify refrigerant levels and check for parts that have seen better days to ensure the system is up to the demand.
We are a licensed and insured company, and our work on Carrier, Lennox and Trane equipment is backed by an A+ rating from the BBB. Should something go wrong on a holiday night we are on hand, being available 24/7.
A New System or Plan
Repairs on an older heat pump can mount up; perhaps it is time for a change. We can put together a free estimate for a new installation and have financing options to put the cost within reach.
Or consider one of our plans for worry free comfort:
- With the Worry Free Program you get annual maintenance and covered repairs along with your air filters, and we do not charge for trip, diagnostic or overtime work. The Premier Program is for a 10 year term after which you can return or upgrade the system.
- The Air Maintenance Club is a membership for regular upkeep.
It is the surest way to sidestep a breakdown when you are busy.
Give Us a Ring
Let us help you to a holiday season that is warm and without worry. The team at Anderson Air is at your service day or night in New Hanover County and the surrounding area. Call (910) 210-0399 and do not put it off until your guests are at the door.