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4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

February 12, 2024
HVAC technician performing maintenance on a heat pump.

A heat pump offers both the heating and cooling you need for optimal indoor comfort, but keeping up with routine maintenance is critical for it to remain in peak condition.

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4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump

December 15, 2022
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So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.

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How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency

February 15, 2022
HP Efficiency

If you are in the market for a new heat pump, efficiency is probably a key factor in your search.The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has a universal ranking system for heating and cooling units that serves to help.

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Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

May 14, 2021
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Most of us tend to take our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for granted. As long as they are working, it’s easy to go on day after day without thinking about them. But, like most other things, taking care of your HVAC system through regular maintenance is critical to keeping it in good working order.

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Why Is My Heat Pump Turning On and Off Frequently?

March 10, 2021

Homeowners generally favor heat pumps for their efficiency. However, a number of common issues can cause them to run very inefficiently. When your unit turns on and off continuously, this can significantly drive up your energy bill and damage its parts.

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Why Is My Heat Pump Freezing Up?

February 15, 2021

Our team at AccuAir Heating and Cooling regularly gets calls about frozen heat pumps. Though common, a heat pump freeze-up usually means your system’s components are not working correctly. Sometimes you can fix it yourself. But oftentimes, you will need to call a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professional, like us, as the problem may require a part replacement or complex repair.

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Heat Pump Versus Furnace

December 14, 2020
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Looking to install a new heater in your Sunriver home? Your two most popular choices are a heat pump and a furnace. Each one has advantages and disadvantages when compared to the other.

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Transitioning Your Heat Pump

March 9, 2020
Air conditioner with brick building in background. How to transition your heat pump.

One reason Oregon homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant. Our AccuAir Heating and Cooling team wants you…

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Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

February 11, 2020
Bolts and english wrenches on wooden table - closeup. Heat pump maintenance.

Most of us tend to take our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for granted. As long as they are working, it’s easy to go on day after day without thinking about them. But, like most other things, taking care of your HVAC system through regular maintenance is critical to keeping it in good…

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What Is A Heat Pump?

January 19, 2019
air conditioning heat pumps located on the left side of a brick house.

A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from inside to outside or from outside to inside. In the Winter it works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the Summer the process reverses and it will remove heat from your home and…

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