FAQ
1. How often should I have my unit serviced?
Heating and cooling units need to have scheduled check-ups to make sure everything is operating properly. HVAC experts recommend an annual inspection and service call by your heating and cooling company.
Technicians should inspect your system, lubricate components, and repair or replace any malfunctioning components.
2. Why should I replace my R-22 outdoor unit with an R410A?
R-22 refrigerant and equipment are being phased out as Montreal Protocol regulations intended to reduce the impact on ozone take hold. As time passes, replacement parts and refrigerants for old R-22 units will become harder to find and more expensive, so replacing your unit now can save you some headaches in the future
3. How often do I need to change my air filters?
Once a month is a pretty good rule of thumb for most people. Depending on where you live and how much dirt, pet dander, and other contaminants are present, the answer could be more or less. Check your filter frequently to determine if it’s dirty. If it is, change it.
4. If I replace my outdoor unit, do I need to also replace my indoor unit?
In most cases, the answer is yes. There are a variety of reasons why you should replace both the outdoor and indoor units simultaneously. For starters, air conditioner and heat pump outdoor units are manufactured tc work with a matched indoor unit. When you mix and match units, it can result in reduced efficiency and performance.
Also, if you bought your indoor and outdoor units at the same time, your indoor unit will probably be approaching the end of its useful life at about the same time as the outdoor unit. By not replacing the indoor unit too, all you’re doing is delaying the inevitable and likely paying higher energy bills at the same time.
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5. What is a heat pump?
A system that can both heat and cool your home by transferring heat from one area to another.