Climate Masters Blog: Archive for January, 2016

Common Heat Pump Problems to be Aware of

Monday, January 25th, 2016

Just like any system, heat pumps are susceptible to the occasional problem over years of normal use. Also like any other system, the chances of a heat pump developing problems go up during times of heavy usage. If you’re using a heat pump to keep warm this winter, you’re putting the system under more stress than it usually has to deal with. You should keep an eye out for any problems that may crop up as a result of this stress. Lets’ take a look at some common heat pump problems you should watch for.

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Why It’s Important to Have the Air Filter in Your Furnace Changed

Monday, January 18th, 2016

One of the biggest threats to the health of your furnace is, ironically, one of the easiest to avoid. Short cycling is a behavior in which your furnace turns itself on and off every couple of minutes. This puts a massive amount of strain on the system, and if it isn’t dealt with it could easily lead to the early death of the furnace. Fortunately, if you know what to do you can drastically lower the chances of this happening to your system. Read on to find out more about why it’s important to change the air filter in your furnace.

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What to do if Your Heat Pump is Icing Over

Monday, January 11th, 2016

If you’re using a heat pump to keep warm this winter, you may notice ice starting to form on the outside coil. If you do see this happening, don’t panic. Heat pump ice is to be expected if certain conditions are met, and the system is designed to deal with it. However, the ice can definitely become a problem if the system’s countermeasures fail. Let’s take a look at why it happens, and when you should call for professional help.

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Signs That You Need a New Furnace

Monday, January 4th, 2016

With prompt repairs and annual maintenance, a furnace can last a pretty long time. However, no matter how well you take care of your furnace there will come a time when it needs to be replaced. It is important that you be able to recognize when that time has come, so that you aren’t caught off-guard when your system breaks down. It’s better to replace the furnace before that happens, then to go without heat during the coldest months of the year while you desperately search for a new system. Let’s take a look at some of the signs that you need to install a new furnace in your home.

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