As the temperatures in your Hallandale, FL, home fluctuate, your heat pump should pass through cycles of operation and idleness. However, if the system refuses to turn off, it may end up overheating and sustaining significant damage. To help you prevent these dire consequences, we’ll discuss a few things that might cause your heat pump to run constantly.
Poor Airflow
If the rate and smoothness of airflow through your heat pump declines, a whole cascade of problems will follow. In particular, your system may not effectively expel treated air into your home, losing its ability to adjust temperatures. As a result, your thermostat may force your system to work nonstop.
Dirty air filters are perhaps the greatest threat to effective airflow. Therefore, it’s important to clean or change the filters every three months. Since debris can also choke off airflow by getting into the other parts of your heat pump, schedule annual maintenance and allow trained service techs to clean your system.
Refrigerant Leak
Heat pumps use refrigerant to transfer heat from one area to another. After a leak, your system’s ability to do this will decline, which will diminish its power to warm your home. Consequently, your thermostat may command the system to work ceaselessly.
Since refrigerant is dangerous, you should never attempt to handle it on your own. Let our professionals take care of this problem.
Malfunctioning Compressor
The compressor brings refrigerant into a condensable state to make heat transfer possible. If its performance diminishes, your heat pump will lose the ability to deliver desirable results. Therefore, a failing compressor may push your system to work endlessly.
We’d like to urge you to stay vigilant and keep these issues from impacting your system, comfort and finances. For help with all difficulties, call Quality Air Conditioning Company to enjoy the best heat pump services around Hallandale, FL.
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