Schedule heat pump tune-up

Why It Matters

Heat pumps work both summer and winter, so they carry twice the workload of a single-mode system. Annual service catches refrigerant issues, dirty coils, and worn defrost components before peak season.

How to Do It

1. Schedule an appointment with a licensed HVAC technician who has experience servicing heat pumps, aiming to book in early fall before heating season begins.
2. Ask the technician to check refrigerant levels and inspect for leaks.
3. Confirm the technician will clean both the indoor and outdoor coils.
4. Have the technician test the reversing valve, which switches the system between heating and cooling modes.
5. Verify the defrost cycle is operating correctly, since heat pumps rely on it to clear ice buildup from the outdoor unit in cold weather.
6. After the visit, ask the technician to walk you through any findings and confirm the system is ready for the heating season.

Related Tasks

• Clean outdoor heat pump unit Once a year
• Clear snow and ice from outdoor heat pump unit Once a year
• Clean air ducts professionally Every 3 years