Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘heat pump repair’

Are Heat Pumps a Good Solution for Cooling?

Monday, April 1st, 2024

Choosing the right cooling system for your home is very important. After all, it’s a decision that you have to live with for the next 10 to 15 years, which is about how long a central air conditioning system or heat pump will last.

We have a lot of customers who ask us about how heat pumps compare to air conditioners and whether or not they can keep up with our cooling needs here in California. You can keep reading to learn more about how a heat pump operates and why it is an excellent choice for cooling. Then give our team a call when you are ready to schedule your heat pump service in Rancho Cordova, CA.

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These Heat Pump Repairs Might Surprise You

Monday, December 11th, 2023

You know that in the span of your heat pump’s life cycle, you’re going to run into some repairs from time to time. That’s okay, it’s expected, but these specific repairs that we’re going to talk about today? They might surprise you.

We’ve seen just about everything there is to see throughout all our years of heating repair in Sacramento, CA, and we want to offer our unique perspective to you right now. Here’s what you should look out for.

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6 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Heat Pump

Monday, February 20th, 2023
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Your heat pump isn’t a cheap investment and you want it to last for as long as possible. That’s reasonable, but just because it’s more durable doesn’t mean it can be neglected.

Beyond annual maintenance, there are a few things that you can do to ensure your heat pump makes it through the next 10-20 years without dying on you.

Don’t get stuck calling for heat pump services in Sacramento, CA unless you really need them when there are so many preventable problems. While this isn’t a guarantee that your heat pump won’t break down, it significantly reduces the chances of it happening.

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Why Isn’t My Heat Pump Switching Modes?

Monday, January 23rd, 2023
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Your heat pump does two jobs: cooling and heating. But what happens when it doesn’t know when to quit the first one? Your heat pump is stuck in frigid limbo and it won’t switch over even though it’s cold outside.

That’s a pretty big problem. It will most likely require heat pump repair in Rancho Cordova, CA, but before you make that call, it’s important to know what you’re up against and why your heat pump is doing this in the first place. Let’s talk about that.

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How to Tell if Your Heat Pump Needs Repair

Monday, October 17th, 2022
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Nothing feels quite as upsetting as your home comfort being interrupted out of nowhere. If your home heat isn’t quite right and you’re concerned about your heat pump, this quick guide on diagnosing the problem will help. Let’s find out if your heat pump is okay, or if you need to call for heat pump repair Sacramento, CA residents trust.

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“Why Is My Heat Pump Stuck in Cooling Mode?”

Monday, December 14th, 2020
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It may not get as bone-chillingly cold here as it does in other parts of the country, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t need our heaters to work effectively and efficiently when it does get cold. Without a reliable heater, it can get pretty dang uncomfortable. So, if you have a heat pump and all it’s doing is blowing out cold air, you will probably be pretty concerned!

The first thing to check if this occurs is the thermostat. Is it actually set in heating mode? This may seem obvious, but there is always at least a small chance that a family member switched it back over because they preferred a different temperature than you did. Assuming that you’ve checked this though, and the heat pump is still blowing cold air even though the thermostat indicates you switched it to heating mode, then it probably means your heat pump is stuck. But how does this occur? Read on!

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When Good Heat Pumps Go Bad

Monday, December 3rd, 2018

scared-womanHeat pumps are reliable systems with tons of benefits. They can operate as either an air conditioner or a heater, making them a growing favorite of homeowners across the nation. They’re also one of the most efficient HVAC systems on the market, saving hundreds of dollars in operational costs.

It’s almost enough to make you think they can do no wrong … But sometimes, those innocent heat pumps can get into serious trouble.

Now, don’t get us wrong—we love heat pumps as much as any other HVAC contractor in Rocklin, CA. And while we don’t actually believe your heat pump will rebel against you, we also won’t pretend they don’t have some common problems (no heating system is 100% perfect!). A few of these problems, and what you should do about them, are listed below.

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