How a Heat Pump Works
A heat pump looks a lot like a standard air conditioner, and in summer it does the same job: it moves heat out of your house. In winter it reverses direction and moves heat into the house instead. Because the same equipment handles both cooling and heating, a heat pump works more months of the year than a typical AC, and a problem can leave you uncomfortable in any season.
Signs Your Heat Pump Needs Attention
- Lukewarm air in heating mode, or the backup heat running all the time
- Not cooling in summer, just like a failing air conditioner
- Stuck in one mode, for example blowing cool air when you want heat
- Heavy ice that doesn't clear from the outdoor unit in cold weather (a light frost that melts off during defrost is normal)
- Loud or unusual noises from the outdoor unit
- Short cycling or higher-than-normal electric bills
Why Gulf Coast Heat Pumps Work Hard
In our climate, a heat pump spends most of the year in cooling mode, fighting heat and humidity, then gets asked to heat on the handful of genuinely cold nights. That long cooling season wears on the outdoor coil, fan motor, and electrical parts, and homes near Galveston Bay also deal with salty, humid air that is hard on outdoor equipment.
Our Repair Approach
Owner Brent Valentino has 38 years of hands-on HVAC experience. We track down the root cause, whether it's refrigerant, electrical, a failing component, or airflow, and explain your options clearly. If a major repair is needed, you'll get a free estimate first, with no pressure and no upselling.
Keep It Running
Because a heat pump runs nearly year-round, regular maintenance is especially worthwhile. If your system is near the end of its life, we can talk through replacement options. For gas furnaces and other heating systems, see heating repair.
Service Area
We repair heat pumps in Dickinson, League City, Friendswood, Texas City, and across Galveston, Brazoria, and Harris Counties. See our service area.
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