Heat Pump Installation Orillia

Generally speaking, a home’s heat pump has an average lifespan of 15 to 20 years before it will need to be entirely replaced. With that being said, heat pumps that have received regular maintenance throughout their service life will unquestionably last longer than a unit that has not received adequate maintenance over the years. As such, regardless of how old your home is, if you notice the following signs, it may be time to have your heat pump equipment replaced with a newer model:

• You find it difficult to heat or cool your home throughout the year.
• You are spending significantly more each month on your energy costs.
• You have noticed that calling a repair technician has become more frequent.

Do any of these signs sound familiar? If the answer is yes, then it may be time to consider a new heat pump for your home. ClimateAir is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and we never charge extra for work done after hours, on weekends, or on holidays! We can also schedule heat pump installations for the same or the next day if you ever find yourself without a working unit during a heat spell or cold snap! Furthermore, if you are looking to save money on your installation, make sure to ask about our existing promos and financing options!

Schedule an appointment with the ClimateAir team in Orillia, Ontario, and contact us for a free, non-binding new system purchase quote!

A heat pump has five main parts: the evaporator, compressor, condenser, expansion valve, and refrigerant. So, what does each one of these parts exactly do? Well, the evaporator absorbs heat from indoor air, whereas the compressor pumps refrigerant gas to increase its temperature and pressure. Once the condenser releases the absorbed heat to the outdoors, the expansion valve regulates refrigerant flow before the refrigerant absorbs and releases heat as it circulates through the system. Once these steps occur, your heat pump will then circulate the air through your home.

The temperature at which a heat pump loses its efficiency will vary depending on numerous factors such as its age, the type of heat pump, the climate where you live, and more. With that being said, the majority of heat pumps that are air-sourced will lose efficiency or stop working altogether between -15°C to -25°C. Ultimately, to ensure your heat pump remains efficient throughout its service life, it is important that you have it installed by a professional HVAC company and stay up to date on your yearly maintenance.

Maintenance should be conducted by a professional HVAC technician at least once a year to ensure that your heat pump remains efficient throughout its service life. Some tasks that will be conducted during your maintenance appointment with one of the technicians at ClimateAir will include the following:

• Changing your heat pump air filter.
• Wash the indoor coil as well as the drain pan.
• Clean and flush the drain line.
• The refrigerant should be measured and verified.
• Look for and fix any refrigerant leaks.
• Start a defrost cycle and double-check the process.
• Inspect electrical wiring for damage, replace it, and clean and tighten connections as needed.
• As needed, examine, and lubricate motors and bearings.
• Examine belts for tightness and quality.
• Check for proper electric controls.
• Check the thermostat settings.