Call it Murphy’s Law, or maybe just a little misfortune, but we sometimes see heat pump troubles in Lexington during the colder seasons, when they’re required to keep you warm. While you know the team at James Heating & A/C, Inc will forever be there ASAP when you require us for a heat pump repair, there are some things you can do to double check a repair is needed and save yourself some money if it’s not. We’ve compiled this checklist of things to attempt before you give us a call.
- It may sound strange, but make sure everything is turned “on”. We’ve been to several calls only to realize the thermostat or the heat pump itself is set to off.
- Is the thermostat set to heat? If yes, raise the temperature by five degrees to see if it switches on.
- If everything looks correct, inspect your heat pump switch (if it has one) and check the fuses and circuit breaker that guard the extra heating element (if it has one).
- If the heat pump still hasn’t kicked on, return to your thermostat.
- Try replacing the battery, if it has one.
- Is an impasse causing your heat pump to not work?
- Examine your air filters inside your air handler to ensure they’re not blocking things up.
- Are your room heating registers open and clear?
If you’ve moved through this checklist and you still need a heat pump fix, call James Heating & A/C, Inc at 336-853-6070 and we’ll restore your home back to the toasty and cozy place you expect this time of year.