Why Doesn’t My Heat Pump in Rockledge, FL, Turn Off?
Efficiently heating and cooling your Rockledge, FL, requires a working heat pump. When it runs for hours or days at a time, though, it doesn’t work like it should, which results in higher bills. Take a look at some of the reasons your heat pump may run continuously.
Dirty Air Filter
A clean filter provides a constant source of clean air, which helps the heat pump run properly. When the air filter is dirty, clogs form that keep the system from receiving the airflow it needs to run efficiently. Changing or cleaning the filter fixes the problem.
Refrigerant Leak
Refrigerant allows the heat pump to absorb or collect warm air and move it outside. Many systems have one refrigerant line, but others have multiple lines. Without enough refrigerant, the system will keep running as it attempts to transfer hot air away from your home.
Wrong Thermostat Setting
Another issue that doesn’t require a repair is an improper thermostat setting. While fall and winter temperatures in Florida are usually fairly high, setting the thermostat too low can cause the system to run constantly. The system may also fail to shut off because the thermostat entered emergency mode.
Undersized Heat Pump
We often check the size of your system when you call us to schedule repairs in fall or winter. If the system is too small, it’ll need to spend more time moving heat away to regulate the temperature. In some cases, an undersized system needs to run so much that it never shuts off.
Dirty Coils
Heat pumps use evaporator coils to help your home stay at the right temperature. These coils absorb heat and are an important part of the system. A buildup of dirt and dust on the evaporator coils can cause the system to run without turning off.
A heat pump that doesn’t shut off can suffer from dirty coils, a refrigerant leak and other problems you can’t diagnose on your own. Call Merritt Island Air & Heat to find out why your system doesn’t shut off and which heat pump services you need.
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