4 Tips for Boosting Heat Pump Efficiency in Roxboro, NC

In many homes throughout Roxboro, NC, heat pumps can run more efficiently. As long as homeowners don’t neglect their systems, heat pumps can last a good 10 to 15 years; ductless heat pumps can even last up to 30 years. Here are four tips for boosting heat pump efficiency:

Change the Air Filter

Located in the return vent, the air filter protects the heat pump from dirt and debris. Over time, though, the debris it collects will start hindering air circulation.

Such a hindrance puts serious stress on the blower motor and decreases efficiency. This is why you need to replace the air filter on a routine basis — ideally, every one to three months. By doing so, you’ll ensure system runs more efficiently.

Calibrate the Thermostat

The thermostat loses calibration over time, which means it won’t read the temperature accurately. The thermostat may read the temperature as lower than it is and cause the heat pump to run longer than it should.

Create a Heating Schedule

Your heat pump can stay efficient if you don’t overuse it, so consider creating a weekly heating schedule with your programmed thermostat. Also, set the temperature at 68 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the winter.

Schedule Yearly Maintenance

Addressing everything from loose wiring and dirty coils to low air pressure and unlubricated bearings, annual maintenance will do your HVAC system a world of good. You’ll find out about the small and large problems that may be reducing the system’s efficiency.

To schedule heat pump repair services in Roxboro, NC, give our team at Regan & Son HVAC, Plumbing & Electric a call today. We belong to the Air Conditioning Contractors of America, and our service technicians have NATE certification. Though we’re a Trane Comfort Specialist, we can service any make or model of ducted heat pump or mini-split system.

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