Your heat pump offers numerous benefits for your Magnolia, TX home during the summer cooling season. Without maintenance, however, you may lose several of these key advantages and face problems. Learn about five issues that regular spring heat pump maintenance can help you avoid.
1. Breakdowns and Other Failures
HVAC service technicians perform a variety of targeted tasks to keep your heat pump healthy during seasonal maintenance. These tasks help keep the individual parts and components free of damage and in better operational condition. Skipping maintenance means you face a greater risk of breakdowns and other repair issues this spring and summer.
2. Increased Cooling Costs
Without seasonal maintenance, your heat pump may experience more stress due to wear and tear or dirty components. This added stress means your pump may need more energy to cool your home. More energy consumption translates into higher cooling costs.
3. Shortened System Life
If your heat pump goes without maintenance, the parts inside have a greater chance of becoming worn down and failing. As components become less worn down, they can put additional strain on other parts of the system. Your heat pump could reach the end of its life years sooner without seasonal maintenance.
4. Voided Warranty
New heat pump installations usually include a warranty that covers major breakdowns and defects. If you skip seasonal maintenance, you risk voiding this warranty and getting stuck paying for costly problems yourself.
5. Poor Air Quality
Part of the maintenance process includes cleaning the condensate drain to remove dirt and debris. A clogged condensate drain can allow water to accumulate, potentially creating an environment in which organic growth can thrive. Skipping maintenance may cause poor indoor air quality, making it harder to breathe while indoors.
Spring heat pump maintenance is essential for the health of your system and can save you a bundle of money this summer. Schedule comprehensive maintenance with our trusted service technicians by calling Hal Watson Air Conditioning Company today.
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