MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT HEAT PUMPS
MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT HEAT PUMPS
There are a few heat pump myths that should be addressed so you are clear on what is required to keep your unit running and doing its job effectively.
Especially because your heat pump will be required less by the end of summer and autumn, when the weather is cool down but not cold yet.
MYTH: MAINTENANCE IS A DIY JOB.
The fact is: Some maintenance you can do yourself and some should be done by a professional.
What you should know is that maintenance is about the most important part of running your heat pump unit efficiently.
Your split system heat pump has an outdoor unit and condenser fan. The coils are susceptible to dirt, debris, grass and all sorts of grime. In the ‘off season’ clean it down with a hose to get rid of all of the build up.
It’s not a hard job but you need to set aside the time to do it. Perhaps you can remember to do it when you mow the lawns?
We have put together an instruction video on how to clean heat pump’s filters for your convenient. Check it out here.
If you notice something not right with your heat pump (overheat, weird noise, not getting any cool air even filters already cleaned) – Please get in touch with a professional, this is necessary to prevent any further damages for your unit. Having a team show up on time also avoid your heat pump to over work.
Having your heat pump working much harder than necessary which will be reflected in the size of your electricity bills. A regular check of your unit by a professional/ regular filter clean will make sure that your unit is healthy and running efficiently.
MYTH: YOU CAN GET SICK FROM YOUR HEAT PUMP UNIT
Dirty air gets circulated in many ways, not just because of your air conditioner. If you are taking care of your heat pump unit then there is no reason to suggest it could make you unwell.
Unless of course, you are ignoring your obligation to maintenance. If you don’t clean the filters in your heat pump unit you are running the risk of getting sick.
If you have a ducted system it should be checked by a professional each year and the filters should be changed at least twice yearly to make sure they are doing their job effectively
FACT: HEAT PUMP IS A GREAT HEATING OPTION.
Heat pump is one for the most energy efficient ways to heat your home. Far cheaper then other conventional heating sources ie. electric heaters.
MYTH: THAT YOU SHOULD ALTERNATE YOUR HEAT PUMP WITH YOUR CEILING FANS.
They serve two different functions. Ceiling fans disperse air, air conditioners cool the air. The best and least expensive way to run your heat pump unit is to keep the thermostat at a sensible setting and eliminate drafts. The other sensible thing that you can do is to cover your windows so the sun doesn’t enter to work against your heat pump.
Last by not least, to have the units working at their best, care and maintenance is required to ensure that they’ll be in good shape all year round.
Contact Trilect Energy, the heat pump specialists for tips on how to use your heat pump economically. We have a team of heat pump technicians who are fully equipped on the road for installations, maintenance and heat pump repairs in Auckland wide.
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