Signs Your Home’s Heat Pump is Malfunctioning

The moderate climate of Modesto, CA makes heat pumps an ideal solution for home comfort. In the wintertime, they offer efficient heating, and in the summertime, they cool and dehumidify your home. Because they’re in use year-round, heat pumps are prone to some issues. If you notice any of these signs, it’s time to call qualified service technicians to perform heat pump repairs.

Unusual Sounds

A distinct advantage of heat pumps is their quiet motors. If your heat pump starts to make loud or unusual sounds, you need prompt heat pump repairs. Banging, grinding, humming, or popping sounds all need to be checked by a qualified service technician. The heat pump may be off-balance, debris may have fallen into the housing, or a belt, fan blade, or bearing may require replacement.

Frequent or Endless Cycling

A properly functioning heat pump should spend a few minutes cycling. After completing a cycle, the unit should stay off for several minutes. Even on an intensely hot or cold day, the heat pump shouldn’t constantly turn on and off. Short-cycling suggests a thermostat, refrigerant, or pressure issue. If the unit turns on and won’t turn off, this also requires prompt heat pump repairs.

Poor Temperature or Humidity Control

According to the Department of Energy, low refrigerant may cause a heat pump to do a poor job of temperature or humidity control. A refrigerant leak reduces the heat pump’s capacity to transfer heat. This will also cause it to cycle more frequently. Low system pressure may reduce airflow, which will cause some rooms in your home to be too hot or too cold. A clog in the condensate drain or rust in the drain pan may lead to excessive indoor humidity.

For more signs that your home’s heat pump is failing, take a look at Dycus Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc’s heat pump repairs, or contact us to schedule an appointment with our qualified service technicians today.