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Do Freezing Temperatures Affect the Operation of a Heat Pump?
In the wintertime, the job of your heat pump is to keep your rooms warm and comfortable. But what happens to the performance of your heat pump when temperatures drop really low?
How Do Heat Pumps Operate?
A heat pump takes warmth from the outdoor air and sends it through a compressor in the system. That supply of warm air travels inside your home to heat your rooms.
Do Heat Pumps Work in Freezing Temperatures?
Yes, heat pumps can work even in freezing temperatures. A heat pump can find warmth in the air even when temperatures drop below 25 degrees Fahrenheit. Of course, a heat pump must burn more energy to find warmth in the air on extremely cold days.
Preparing Your Heat Pump for the Cold Weather
Naturally, you want your heat pump to be ready to face the freezing temperatures of winter. One way to accomplish this is to arrange for maintenance service from an HVAC professional.
During a maintenance appointment, an HVAC technician checks the refrigerant level in the heat pump. A low level of refrigerant doesn’t allow a heat pump to accomplish its purpose.
Examining the condition of the reversing valve is another important maintenance task. This valve needs to be in good working order so that the heat pump is able to switch modes.
Checking and cleaning the coils are other critical steps in a maintenance appointment. These coils need to be able to absorb and release heat in an effective way.
Since 2014, our team at My Guys Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning has been providing expert heating services to residents of Conroe and the surrounding area. Our NATE-certified technicians can perform a thorough maintenance check on your heat pump to prepare it for the cold weather. In addition, our business offers heating repairs and installation work along with AC installation, repairs, and maintenance services. We provide a range of plumbing services as well, including toilet and faucet repair, water heater repairs, and sewer inspection.
For heat pump maintenance and more, call the HVAC pros at My Guys Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning today!
