In Charlotte, NC, your heat pump should cool your home without straining, even as the summer temperatures soar. However, as heat pumps age, they might develop leaks and other problems. Discover three common signs of a heat pump that’s leaking refrigerant.
Abnormal Freezing
A small amount of ice forming on a heat pump because of condensation is normal, but giant chunks of ice are not. When your heat pump is low on refrigerant, the pressure within the entire system drops. When this happens, it causes parts of the system to become colder than they should. You can visually inspect your heat pump and ducts for the resulting extra condensation and ice.
Higher Electricity Bills
When the system is low on refrigerant, it works harder to reach the temperature you want inside your home. The ice that forms compounds the problem, so if you notice these things, it’s a good time to have one of our service technicians check your HVAC system.
Audible Hissing or Bubbling
The refrigerant in your heat pump is a gas, so if it leaks through a minute crack or hole in the ducts or the housing of the system itself, it’ll make a sound. Many times, even if there’s a sound, the crack or hole will be too small to spot without the right kind of tools. We have the right tools to determine whether you have a heat pump that’s leaking.
We have decades of experience with HVAC systems, and our A+ rating and accreditation from the Better Business Bureau speak to our professionalism and skill. If you suspect your heat pump is leaking refrigerant, contact us at Bradham Comfort Services to make an appointment for repairs. We’ll find the underlying problem that causes your heat pump to leak and fix it with a long-lasting solution.
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