Robbins Heating & Air Conditioning Blog : Archive for the ‘Heat Pumps’ Category

Making Sense of Heat Pump Efficiency Ratings

Monday, September 4th, 2023
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Many Colorado homeowners wonder if a heat pump will be sufficient to keep their homes warm during our cold, long winters. That’s because there’s a common misconception that heat pumps will struggle to keep a home warm enough in cold climates.

However, with advancements in heat pump technology, homeowners don’t need to worry as much about this. It’s not a question of whether a heat pump can heat your home sufficiently; it’s a question of what efficiency rating you should look for in a heat pump. Let’s go over the most important factor to consider when deciding on a heat pump: its efficiency ratings.

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6 Sounds Your Heat Pump Shouldn’t Make

Monday, July 10th, 2023
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Heat pump systems should operate quietly. The only sound it should make is when it turns on and off and the gentle whoosh of air flowing from the vents. But every now and then, they’re likely to create some noise. 

However, this doesn’t mean that every sound it ever makes is normal. There are certain sounds that mean your heat pump in Colorado Springs is due for some attention from our professional HVAC technicians.

Although some of these noises will occur when you are already noticing poor performance from your heat pump, some of them could be an early warning sign. It’s important to pay attention to any unusual noises your heat pump makes to make sure a minor sound doesn’t turn into a major headache. Keep your ears peeled for any of these problematic noises.

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The Struggle is Real: Is Your Heat Pump Worn Down?

Monday, February 20th, 2023
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We’re well into the heating season and in chilly Colorado Springs, that means you’ve been using your heat pump for a while now. Hopefully, you’re content with your home heating system and it’s kept your home warm and toasty all winter. If your heat pump hasn’t been performing as well as you’d like, it might be time to call us for heat pump service

Some homeowners put off calling for repairs because they’re afraid that they’ll be told their heat pump needs to be replaced. This shouldn’t be a reason to make do with lackluster performance. Let’s go over some signs of common heat pump issues, when they warrant repairs, and when it might be time to consider replacing a worn-down heat pump. 

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5 Signs You Need Heat Pump Repairs

Monday, January 9th, 2023
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A heat pump is the workhorse of a home. It pulls double duty to cool and heat your home year-round. Because it works so hard in the winter, spring, summer, and fall, it’s important to know the signs your heat pump in Colorado Springs needs repair.

Luckily, just like with any major mechanical system, your heat pump gives some noticeable signals when it’s in distress. This is especially true for a heat pump that hasn’t been serviced twice a year on a regular basis. If you notice any of these problems with your heat pump, give us a call to schedule a heat pump repair.

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How Effective Is a Heat Pump in a Colorado Springs Winter?

Monday, September 19th, 2022

sun-and-snowflake-badgeAs we move into the fall, you’ll start to think about heating your home. This may be the year when you replace your current central heating system with a new one. If this is the case, you may be considering a heat pump in Colorado Springs, CO. Heat pumps handle the job of both heating and cooling a house, making them a good option if you’re looking at replacing an electric furnace and an air conditioning system.

But you may have heard the heat pumps aren’t up to handling extremely cold temperatures like the ones we get here in Colorado Springs. A heat pump in heating mode draws heat from outdoors and moves it indoors, and so conventional wisdom says a heat pump can only work efficiently in milder cold climates. Is this true? Is a heat pump just not viable in our weather?

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How a Heat Pump Is Different From an AC

Monday, June 13th, 2022

If you know the basics about heat pumps, then you can probably explain one of the big differences between a heat pump and an air conditioner right away: a heat pump works as both a cooling system and a heating system, where an air conditioner only cools. 

However, air conditioners and heat pumps are similar in many ways. They both use refrigerant to work, condensing and evaporating it in two sets of coils, and they have similar components (compressor, blower fan, exhaust fan, condensate drainage) and similar configurations (an interior air handler and exterior cabinet). Outwardly, it’s difficult to tell the difference between them. But there obviously are differences—because a heat pump does two jobs where an AC does one.

So what makes an AC and heat pump different? We’ll take a closer look below.

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We Need to Talk About Heat Pump Efficiency Ratings as Well

Monday, July 13th, 2020

Heat pumps are vigorously created with SEER ratings in a similar fashion to air conditioners. Since they technically qualify as air conditioners as well as heaters, this shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone. The interesting part about this information, and why we decided to devote a whole blog post to it, is that these systems require a bit more efficiency calculating than an air conditioner.

Thnk about it. Your heat pump works all year round moving heat from one place to another, while your air conditioner only works on the hot summer days. A heat pump that’s not up to efficiency standards proposed by the government is going to cost you a lot more than an efficient air conditioner. Take it from your Colorado Springs, CO HVAC provider, this is not something to ignore!

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Do I Need to Repair My Heat Pump?

Monday, December 17th, 2018

You depend on your heat pump to get you through every season, especially the harsh winters here in Colorado. Therefore, it is important for you to pay close attention to your heat pump and schedule repairs as soon as you notice any sign of a problem.

Don’t attempt to repair problems yourself. Instead, contact a trained HVAC professional to get the job done right. Robbins Heating & Air Conditioning offers heat pump repair in Colorado Springs, CO. Only a trained technician has the knowledge to keep you comfortable all year long. Below, we have provided a list of signs that indicate your heat pump needs repair. 

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How Do Heat Pumps Manage Both Heating and Cooling?

Monday, November 19th, 2018

temperature-guageHeat pump technology has really caught on in the residential sector relatively recently. Too many homeowners still overlook the many benefits that heat pumps have to offer, though. Today, we want to walk you through a few of them. Most notably, how the heat pump is able to offer both effective cooling and dependable, highly efficient heating, too! Sound too good to be true? Well, it’s not—and the concept behind this ability is actually fairly simple once it is broken down.

Of course, a simple concept does not translate to a  simple system. Heat pumps, like any other whole-house HVAC system, require professional installation, maintenance, and repair services in order to function properly when you need them most. That is why you should leave your heat pump services in Colorado Spring to our team. We’ll make sure that your heat pump is able to keep you comfortable reliably, regardless of what the weather outside may be! Read on to learn more!

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Consider a Heat Pump for Your Next Home Comfort Upgrade

Monday, August 15th, 2016

When heating and air conditioning technicians talk about a heat pump, you might assume they’re referring to a heating system. And this is only half of the truth. A heat pump is actually designed with all of the same components as a standard central AC, but with a little bit extra added in. That allows it to both heat and cool your home with a single system.

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