Bartels Heating & Cooling Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Heat Pump Repair’

Are There Any Special Repairs a Heat Pump May Need?

Monday, September 9th, 2024
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Because heat pumps operate year-round, they face unique challenges that standard air conditioning systems do not. We’ve encountered a variety of heat pump repairs in Hamilton that are specific to these systems.

Heat pumps are reliable and efficient, but they do require special attention due to their unique components and year-round operation. By being aware of the specific issues that can arise with a heat pump and scheduling regular maintenance, you can keep your system running smoothly for years to come. In this post, we’ll discuss the special repairs that heat pumps may require.

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Some Common Electric Problems That Affect ACs and Heat Pumps

Monday, May 20th, 2024
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Whether it’s the scorching heat of summer or the biting cold of winter, your air conditioner or heat pump works tirelessly to keep your home livable. However, like any other mechanical system, AC and heat pumps are susceptible to various issues, especially electrical problems. 

At Bartel’s Heating & Cooling, we’ve encountered our fair share of electrical issues affecting ACs and heat pumps. In this post, we’ll highlight some common electric problems and explain why attempting DIY repairs could do more harm than good—always look to pros for air conditioning and heat pump repair.

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How a Refrigerant Leak Threatens Your Heat Pump

Monday, March 25th, 2024
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As your trusted local HVAC contractor, Bartels Heating & Cooling understands the importance of maintaining your heat pump for year-round comfort. Today, we’re addressing a critical issue that could compromise the efficiency and effectiveness of your heat pump: refrigerant leaks. When you run into this problem, it’s vital that you call us for heat pump repair as soon as possible.

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Your Heat Pump Just Went Through This, Here’s What to Do Next

Monday, April 10th, 2023
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Your heat pump is the best investment you’ve made in your home in a long while, but you’re facing some problems with it. Your evaporator coils just froze, so you looked up what to do, ran the fan but not the air conditioner, and let the ice melt.

That’s it, right? Problem solved? If it were, you wouldn’t be reading this right now. Your heat pump is still acting up, and you’re not sure why. Because you didn’t go through the normal channel of heat pump repairs, it could be encountering these problems.

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This Just Happened to Your Heat Pump, Here’s the Fix

Monday, December 19th, 2022
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The hot season is finally over. Congratulations, you made it through, but now when you go to turn your heat pump into heating mode, nothing happens. Ironically, your heat pump isn’t providing any heat.

Let’s see if it requires heat pump repair in Hamilton, or if there’s a quick fix you can apply right now. Since heat pumps wear two hats (both heating and cooling), they have a few unique problems compared to an older HVAC system you may have had in the past. Let’s break this down.

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Here Are Your Most Common Heat Pump Repairs

Monday, April 15th, 2019

air-conditioning-condenser-wrenchMany homeowners across the country are opting to have heat pumps installed in their homes, and if you are one of those homeowners, you are well aware of the benefits: heat pumps are efficient, effective, and quite versatile. In fact, heat pumps are one of the few HVAC systems in the market that allow for both summertime cooling and wintertime heating, making them a convenient and cost-effective choice. But, no matter how great your system is, it is going to require repairs at some point. And when this happens, you are going to need a team of expert HVAC contractors in Hamilton, OH to service your system.

If you own a heat pump, it is important that you schedule your repairs at the first sign of a problem to prevent it from growing worse. That is why it is important to be aware of some of the most common repairs that your system may experience. So below, we have outlined a few of them for you. Keep reading to find out more!  

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Why Won’t My Heat Pump Cool?

Monday, May 18th, 2015

One of the biggest benefits of owning a heat pump is that it is a dual-mode system, providing heat during the winter months and cool air during the summer months. However, switching between modes can sometimes be an issue for a few reasons, as we’ll discuss below. No matter what the issue with your heat pump in Oxford, DE, you should always call an expert for help. Heat pump systems are complex, and allowing someone to work on them without the proper training and expertise can lead to other more serious issues, in addition to potentially being more costly. The NATE-certified technicians at Bartels Heating & Cooling are available day or night, so if you are experiencing an issue with your heat pump, call us today!

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Heat Pump Repair: Compressor Won’t Start

Tuesday, October 15th, 2013

Heat pumps operate according to the same basic principles of air conditioning. Refrigerant passes through the compressor, which pressurizes it, and it then goes through the condenser coils, where it dissipates the heat into the outdoor air and condenses into a liquid. The liquid then enters an evaporator system, which returns it to a gaseous state and cools the surrounding air in the process. (The air is them blown into the home with a fan.) Heat pumps simply make this process reversible, allowing you to release either hot or cool air into your West Chester, OH home. Otherwise, it doesn’t significantly differ from the functioning of an air conditioning. But what happens when the compressor won’t start?

The compressor can suffer from a number of possible problems from a lack of cooling capacity (usually caused by a refrigerant leak) to an excessively long cycle (likely caused by general wear and tear). If it fails to turn on entirely, however, you’re likely looking at an overheated or broken-down unit. Many compressor motors have automatic shut-off switches designed to prevent greater damage. Those that don’t might overheat if they are old or suffer from other damage. Regardless, the compressor motor will probably need to be replaced.

In some cases, the compressor may not start because of a problem with the electrical wiring delivering power from your home’s circuit breaker box. Check the box to see if the breaker has been triggered. If it has – and if it keeps triggering when you try to run the heat pump – you likely have something wrong with the wiring and will need to replace it.

A professional heating techncian can usually handle all of your West Chester, OH pump repair needs. If your compressor won’t start, then call Bartels Heating & Cooling for help. We handle West Chester, OH heat pump repair issues of all varieties, and will work diligently to fix the source of your compressor problems. Call us today and get your heat pump back on track.

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