With the winter season here, you may need to schedule a heat pump repair in Tarzana, CA with Kahn Air Conditioning. You may even need to arrange for a heat pump replacement to keep your home comfortable during the colder months. In the winter, heat pumps draw on outside air to heat your home and provide an energy-efficient heating solution. They require regular maintenance and repairs to keep them working properly and to last a long time.
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The most common heat pumps are air-source models, which transfer heat instead of making it from fuel. Ground-source or geothermal heat pumps are another common option. Air-source and geothermal heat pumps can be up to 65% more energy efficient than furnaces. To ensure these benefits, your heat pump may need some repairs over time.
One issue that develops with heat pumps has to do with the reversing valve. This part allows your heat pump to switch from cooling to heating mode. However, the reversing valve can get stuck in one position. Hence, you would not be able to switch to wintertime mode and would need to get the valve repaired or replaced.
A refrigerant leak is another problem that can develop. Heat pumps need refrigerant in the summer and winter time, and the refrigerant line may develop a hole or crack where fluid can leak. If this occurs, there will not be enough fluid to properly transfer heat.
Another common issue that leads to a heat pump repair involves electricity. A heat pump relies on electricity for the fan motors and compressor to work. Electrical failures can occur, though, and the wiring or connections need to be repaired.
Sometimes, situations arise that call for a heat pump replacement. Heat pumps generally last about 10 to 15 years. If your heat pump is reaching that point and seems to be not working well, it may be time to replace it. If you notice higher energy bills each month or have already arranged for heat pump repairs, then it is probably time to replace your heat pump. Heat pumps that make strange noises or potentially have a carbon monoxide leak should also be replaced.
Here is a summary of when it’s time for a heat pump replacement.
Older than 10 years
Higher energy bills
Too many repairs
Strange noises
Carbon monoxide leak
Heat Pump Repair in Tarzana
We are a family-owned business that provides heat pump repair and replacement services in Tarzana, CA. Since 1961, we have supported our communities with fully trained technicians ready to service all heating systems. We are also a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and Winner of a Carrier Distinguished Dealer Award.
If you need a heat pump repair or other heating services in Tarzana, call us today at Kahn Air Conditioning!
Kahn Air Conditioning has been serving customers throughout Northridge and the Greater Los Angeles area since 1961. Find out more about how we can help keep your home or place of business comfortable all year by calling our office today to schedule a service call.