Heat pumps are a fantastic and efficient way to heat and cool a home. However, they are machines, and as such, require professional care. Midway Heating Company is the leading heat pump service in Portland, OR. Our team of expert HVAC technicians knows heat pumps inside and out. They can diagnose and fix both common and uncommon issues. Their expertise makes us your go-to provider of heat pump repair in Portland.
Contact us today to schedule heat pump services in Portland with Midway Heating Company.
Heat pumps aren’t very different from conventional air conditioners. Both rely on the refrigeration cycle to function. The primary difference is that heat pumps can run their refrigeration cycles in either direction. They do it with a specialized reversing valve that ACs don’t have. Heat pumps’ similarity to ACs also means they often fail in familiar ways. For example, one of the most common issues a heat pump may suffer is a failed capacitor. When that happens, the large fan in your heat pump outdoor unit may not turn on. And if it does, it may run slowly.
Another common heat pump issue is a stuck reversing valve. Most heat pump reversing valves use electromagnetic solenoids to control their positions. When a reversing valve sticks, your heat pump cannot change modes. That will leave it trapped in either heating or cooling mode, regardless of your thermostat setting. Sometimes, our technicians can free up a stuck reversing valve with a magnet. Otherwise, a replacement may be the only viable repair option.
Look for the following signs that you need heat pump repair in Portland.
Energy bill spikes
Strange sounds
Unusual smells
Short cycling
Inadequate heating or cooling
One of the most worrisome signs of a heat pump malfunction is a hissing sound, which may indicate a refrigerant leak. A slow refrigerant leak will gradually sap your heat pump’s capacity. Eventually, it may lead to frozen coils. If you ignore a possible refrigerant leak for long enough, it may destroy your heat pump’s compressor. Heat pump refrigerant also carries lubricants that prevent the compressor from overheating. Without them, the compressor may seize.
Local Heat Pump Service Specialists
When you need a trustworthy heat pump service in Portland, turn to Midway Heating Company. We’ve served local homeowners for over 67 years and counting. We service and repair all makes and models of heat pumps. We even offer a convenient membership in our Midway’s Comfort Club to cover your heat pump maintenance needs. Plus, we’re Better Business Bureau accredited with an A+ rating, signifying our commitment to exemplary customer service in Portland.
For expert heat pump service in Portland, contact our team at Midway Heating Company today!
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Contact Midway Heating Company today to explore our heating, cooling, and indoor air quality services and experience the difference in comfort and air purity for your home.
