AllTech Services, Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Heat Pumps’ Category

Heat Pump Maintenance FAQs

Monday, September 23rd, 2024
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It’s that time of year again! We need to make that autumn transition from cooling to heating, and think about making sure that our HVAC systems are ready for winter. For some, that means shutting down an air conditioner and preparing a heating system that hasn’t been running for several months. But for others, it means that our heat pumps need to switch from cooling to heating.

Heat pumps are much like air conditioners, but they aren’t exactly the same. It’s important to know the differences and how they affect the maintenance and repair needs of the system. If you’ve got questions about heat pump maintenance, we’ve got the answers for you. Check out this helpful FAQ.

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Should You Have a Dual Fuel System Installed?

Monday, March 13th, 2023
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It may sound overly complicated to have one system run on two different energy sources, but before you decide against it, you might want to learn more. What is a dual fuel system? Have you heard of it by another name? How does it work? What are the benefits and drawbacks? We’ll answer all these questions so that you can make a well-informed choice about whether this option is right for your home.

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“My Heat Pump is Losing Refrigerant, Is That Bad?”

Monday, November 11th, 2019

refrigerant-lineIf you discover a leak in a car tire, you go to a mechanic or a tire shop, right? How about a pipe leak? You’d call a plumber. So, what about when you have a refrigerant leak?

The thing is, many homeowners think that it’s okay to lose refrigerant—that it’s something that comes natural with the operation of their heat pump or air conditioning system. But in actuality, losing refrigerant is just as detrimental, if not more so, to your air conditioner as losing air in a car tire is to your vehicle.

If you suspect your air conditioner is losing refrigerant, rather than just ignoring it, we urge you to call our pros right away. We’ve given a rundown of why, below.

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Is a Heat Pump a Good Investment?

Monday, August 8th, 2016

As summer progresses, you’ve hopefully been able to rely on your air conditioning system to provide you with the cooling relief you deserve. If you haven’t however, and are thinking about an AC system replacement, then perhaps a heat pump is worth your consideration.

Heat pumps have become increasingly popular in homes throughout America, and for good reason. We’ve listed a few reasons below that a heat pump installation is in fact a good investment. Keep reading to learn more!

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