Your heat pump should heat or cool your home in McMurray, PA in a 10- or 15-minute cycle. You may notice that it’s shutting down quicker than that and possibly not reaching your desired temperature. Let’s review a few reasons why your heat pump system won’t stay on and how to resolve them.
Dirt and Dust Build-Up
Dirt and dust will naturally collect in the air filter, which can obstruct airflow. This can cause undue stress on the motor, overheating, and potentially force the heat pump to shut down as a safety measure. Such debris can also cover the evaporator coil and motor inside, raising their temperature and leading to the same problem of overheating and a premature shutdown. You’ll need to address this quickly, as it causes extra wear and tear on your system.
A Malfunctioning Thermostat
The thermostat tells your heat pump when to start and stop based on its reading of the indoor temperature. If it thinks the indoor temperature is higher than it is, it will shut down the system before reaching your set point. Calibrating the thermostat is a simple task that a professional service technician can complete relatively quickly.
An Oversized Heat Pump
Perhaps the installers of your current system made an error and put in something with a capacity that exceeds the size of your home. Oversized heat pumps will circulate air quickly and unevenly, switching on and off in such a way as to cause serious wear and tear. Unfortunately, fixing the current system does not resolve the issue; you can only install a new one.
Repairing HVAC Systems Since 1927
We’re a family-owned and operated company familiar with all makes and models. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and are available 24 hours a day for emergency services. Bruno Plumbing & Heating Inc can send a technician to your home in McMurray, PA to see what repair or maintenance is right for your system, so contact us today.
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