Parker Services Inc Blog: Archive for the ‘Heat Pumps’ Category

When to Call the Pros: 3 Heat Pump Issues You Shouldn’t Ignore

Monday, March 11th, 2024

Keeping your home just right, warm in winter and cool in summer, usually means leaning on your heat pump. It’s a key player in your home comfort, working away to regulate temperatures no matter the season.

But, as with all major home systems, it’s bound to face a few bumps in the road. Let’s take a closer look at some common heat pump issues and why getting a professional to check in regularly is more than a good idea—it’s essential to keep things running smoothly.

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Heed These Signs That Your Heat Pump May Need Repair

Monday, May 9th, 2022
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Heat pump systems have become increasingly popular for homeowners looking to keep their homes as comfortable as possible all year long. While we haven’t reached the peak of our warm temperatures yet this year, by far, now is a good time to make sure your heat pump is ready.

This starts with maintenance, of course. You should have a professional heat pump tune-up twice a year–once in the fall and once in the spring. This will help the system work as efficiently and effectively as possible, for as long as possible. It’s also important, in addition to maintenance, that you be aware of the signs that your heat pump needs repair. Read on, and call us if you notice any of the following problems with your heat pump system.

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“Why Won’t My Heat Pump Switch to Cooling Mode?”

Monday, March 28th, 2022
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Although it’s pretty much hot year-round in our area, if you’re reading this blog post it means you used your heat pump in heating mode at least briefly this past winter. So, as the weather warms back up to what we’re used to, you might be ready to switch your heat pump back over to cooling mode.

But what if that just doesn’t seem to happen? A heat pump stuck in one mode or the other is actually a pretty common problem with these systems, especially if they’re aging or haven’t been well-maintained (remember, because this is a year-round HVAC system, it needs biannual maintenance tune-ups).

Read on as we dive into what may be going on if your heat pump won’t switch from heating mode to cooling mode.

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Signs That Your Heat Pump Needs Professional Repairs

Monday, February 14th, 2022
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When you live somewhere like Tallahassee, it’s nice to know that you can rely on a heat pump system any time of the year. Sure, our winters may be really brief–and it might even be laughable to call it a real “winter” to our friends and family up north–but if this year was any indication, every once in a while we need a great heating system in our home!

After all, nobody likes waking up in a chillier-than-expected home, especially when their heating system should have no trouble operating. So, maybe yours was making noise that sounded like it was operating, and some air was coming through the vents–but if it wasn’t actually keeping you warm, it’s a sign that something is amiss and your system needs help.

Read on as we uncover some of the common signs of a heat pump in disrepair, and if you notice any of them, please don’t hesitate to give our team a call for professional repairs.

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