Sooner or later, the heat pump in your Wildwood, MO, home will experience some kind of malfunction. You must know what to do when there’s a problem. The main choice you will face in this situation will be whether to repair your system or replace it. The following tips can help you choose between a heat pump repair and a complete replacement:
Frequency of Malfunctions
Has your heat pump broken down before? How often has it done so? When deciding how to handle the next malfunction, the answers to these questions are critical.
If your system has never failed before, or if it has only done so a few years in the past, the proper course of action is to fix it. Though it may be aging, it likely remains in fundamentally good shape. A skilled repair job can allow it to efficiently perform its duties for many more years.
On the other hand, if its current failure is only the latest in a rapid string of malfunctions, its parts are probably in a state of terminal decline. In that case, heat pump replacement is the only choice that makes sense.
Old Heat Pump Requires Replacement
Even if your heat pump seems to be working as it should, you should always remember its age. The older your system becomes, the more likely it’ll be to experience sudden and unexpected difficulties.
The typical service life of an air-source heat pump is 15 years, while a geothermal heat pump can last for 25 years. Once your system approaches whichever age applies, consider buying a new one. To maximize your system’s useful lifespan, however, we recommend scheduling regular maintenance appointments.
Skyrocketing Electric Bills
Those who buy heat pumps often tout their high energy efficiency. However, decreasing efficiency can lead to massive energy bills and is a sign of imminent failure. Repairs may resolve this problem, but heat pump replacement should be on your mind.
Our service technicians can supply whatever services your heat pump requires. Call Fresh Air Heating & Cooling to take advantage of the best heat pump services around Wildwood, MO.
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