Douglas Cooling & Heating Blog : Archive for the ‘Heat Pumps’ Category

Do I Need a New Ductless System?

Monday, July 10th, 2017

ductless-ACAssuming you take good care of your ductless system, you can get quite a few years of use out of it. No amount of care will get your ductless system to last forever, though. Sooner or later, you are going to have to replace your ductless system. It’s better to be familiar with the signs that your ductless system is failing, so that you can have it replaced as soon as possible. You don’t want to have the system suddenly fail on you in the middle of the hottest season of the year. Have a look at some of the most common indications that your ductless system needs to be replaced.

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The Single Most Important Thing You can do for Your Heat Pump

Monday, June 26th, 2017

heat-pumpWith the summer heat already baking the countryside, you’re probably using your heat pump on a fairly regular basis to keep cool. All that added demand over the next few months is going to increase the amount of wear and tear on your heat pump significantly. If you want to keep the system healthy, and lower the chances of it developing problems by a pretty significant amount, there is one major step you can take to prepare for summer: preventive maintenance. Just scheduling maintenance consistently every year can cut your repair costs significantly, and extend the effective lifespan of the system.

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Why Now is a Great Time to Install a New Heat Pump

Monday, May 1st, 2017

heat-pump-technicianTypically, spring is the time of year when people schedule preventive maintenance for their climate control systems. For some people, though, now is the time to replace an old system that just isn’t capable of getting them through another summer. If you’re on the market for a new climate control system, you should consider installing a heat pump this spring. You’ll get a lot of benefits out of it, both during the summer and throughout the year.

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Why Bi-Annual Heat Pump Maintenance is a Good Idea

Monday, December 5th, 2016

We’re moving deeper into winter, which means that you should schedule maintenance for your heat pump if you haven’t already. Even if you have already scheduled maintenance this year, you should have a professional check your heat pump before the weather gets too cold. Read on to find out why this is.

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Why Your Ductless System is Stuck in Cooling Mode

Monday, November 21st, 2016

Ductless systems, like all heat pumps, are prized for their ability to switch back and forth between heating and cooling modes. That’s normally quite an advantage, but it can become a pain when the system gets stuck in one mode or another. If your ductless system is stuck in air conditioning mode when you’re trying to heat your home, read on to find out why.

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Should I Replace My Heat Pump Before Winter?

Monday, November 14th, 2016

The weather is cooling fast, and now is the time to make sure that your heating system is up for another winter of long operating hours. If your heat pump isn’t up to the task, you should replace it now. Better to take steps early than to find yourself without a functioning heat pump in the middle of a very cold month. Read on for some of the signs that you need to replace your heat pump before winter gets into full swing.

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Beware These Heat Pump Problems

Monday, October 17th, 2016

You’re going to be relying on your heat pump more and more often over the coming weeks and months, which means more wear and tear on the system. That equals more chances for problems to occur. If you want to keep your heat pump in good condition, you need to catch any and all problems as early as possible. Let’s take a look at some common heat pump problems, and what you should do about them.

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The Benefits of Installing a Ductless Mini Split This Fall

Monday, October 3rd, 2016

Fall is here, and within the next couple of weeks you’re going to need a good home heating system to stay comfortable. If you’re in the market for a new heating system, you’ve doubtless already discovered the sheer number of different types of heating systems available. Each of those systems has its own advantages to offer. What’s important is that you evaluate how they can benefit your personal situation. Let’s take a look at ductless mini splits, and how they can help you.

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Call for Repairs if Your Heat Pump is Making These Noises

Monday, September 19th, 2016

Catching problems early is a big part of keeping any climate control system in good condition. The faster you can catch issues, the sooner you can get them repaired and the better off your system will be. If you’re using a heat pump to stay cool this summer, one of the best ways to monitor for issues is to listen for strange noises while the system is operating. Let’s go over some of the more common sounds that indicate a problem with your heat pump.

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Why Your Heat Pump Output is Low

Monday, August 15th, 2016

If you’re using a heat pump to keep cool this summer, and the output is low, there could be a couple of different reasons why. All of these reasons, though, will require professional repair services. You may not be able to repair these problems yourself, but it still may help you to know how they work. Let’s take a look at some of those problems now.

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