Your HVAC system should be in top shape before the dog days of summer. It is devastating to have your heat pump fail or quit working when you need it most. It can be difficult to find a competent and licensed local HVAC contractor to help you at this time of the year. If you already have one, they may be very busy and won’t be able give you your much needed HVAC repair. This is not what you want.
Before you call an HVAC contractor, try these simple HVAC repair tips.
* Check your thermostat
This may seem simple, but you’d be amazed at how many homeowners call emergency HVAC contractors when the problem is that their thermostat wasn’t set correctly. You can check if your thermostat is set properly and make any adjustments needed. This is especially important after cleaning, as the thermostat can easily be moved during dusting.
* Replace or clean your filter
HVAC contractors in North Myrtle Beach say that sometimes, the heat pump problems can be easily fixed by changing or cleaning out your filters. Non-disposable filters should be cleaned thoroughly before they are put back. You can keep disposable filters at home so that you don’t have to rush to the local home store in the heat to buy a filter.
* Change the thermostat’s battery
Your thermostat may be powered by batteries and not wired to the electrical system of your home. You should replace the batteries as soon as the warning light flashes on the thermostat. If your thermostat suddenly stops working because you didn’t see the warning sign, it is a good idea to check the batteries before calling an HVAC contractor.
* Check if your heat pump is receiving electricity
Another reason your HVAC Myrtle Beach problems are frequent is that it is nor receiving enough electricity to work. Turn on your fan to confirm and find out the problem. It will often be set to Auto so that it turns on automatically when equipment is turned on. It should turn on and work. If it turns on, then your heat pump is receiving enough electricity. If it doesn’t, then you will need to contact your local electrician to ensure your heat pump is receiving sufficient electricity.
* Reset the circuit breaker
Sometimes your heat pump needs to be reset. Locate the circuit for your heat pump on your circuit breaker. To reset the electrical connection, turn it off, and then switch it back on.
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For all heat pump issues, make sure to only hire licensed HVAC contractors. North Myrtle Beach Heating & Air can help you if your HVAC unit is having problems.
North Myrtle Beach Heating & Air
1001 2nd Ave N
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
843-399-3237
https://www.northmyrtlebeachheatingandair.com/
