When your heat pump stops working, you want it to get back up and running as soon as possible. That’s why it’s so important to hire a professional who knows how to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair problems with your system. Attempting repairs yourself could lead to further damage, injury to you or invalidate your warranty.
The cost of Heat pump repair services depends on the problem and the parts needed to fix it. Some parts, like a thermostat, coils, capacitor or two-pole contactor, may need to be replaced. Others, like the breaker or fuse, are safety devices that stop the heat pump when something goes wrong and prevent further damage or a dangerous situation.
If your heat pump is blowing cold air, there’s usually a simple explanation: the thermostat needs to be set correctly or the circuit breaker has tripped. It’s also possible the refrigerant is low and needs to be recharged.
As part of your heating and cooling system, your heat pump draws energy from the outside air. It uses this heat energy to warm your home in the winter and cool it in the summer. However, sometimes the pump becomes clogged with snow, ice or leaves. This can cause the defrost cycle to come on more frequently and last longer than normal. If your unit is producing a musty or burning smell, this could indicate an issue with the evaporator coils, blower motor or venting system. An experienced technician can clean these components and repair or replace them as needed.