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Is Your Heat Pump Ready for the Summer?
When most people think of heat pumps, they picture cozy warmth on a cold winter’s day.
But did you know your heat pump can also keep you cool and comfortable all summer long? To ensure peak performance and energy savings during the hot months, it’s important to give your heat pump a quick pre-summer checkup.
1.
Replace or Clean the Filters
Heat pumps work year-round, so their filters can accumulate dust, pet hair, and debris.
Clogged filters reduce efficiency and restrict airflow.
To get your heat pump summer-ready, check the filter and clean or replace it as needed.
A clean filter improves performance and can even reduce your energy bills.
2.
Clear the Outdoor Unit
Your heat pump’s outdoor condenser unit needs space to “breathe.
” Over the winter, debris like leaves, twigs, and dirt may have built up around it.
Before summer arrives, clear away any debris and trim nearby plants.
This allows for better airflow and prevents overheating.
3.
Test the Cooling Mode
Before the heat of summer hits, switch your heat pump to its cooling mode and check that it’s blowing cold air.
If you notice any unusual noises, weak airflow, or warm air coming through the vents, contact a technician for a checkup.
Early detection of problems can prevent costly mid-summer breakdowns.
4.
Schedule a Professional Tune-Up
Professional maintenance is one of the best ways to optimize your heat pump’s summer performance.
A certified HVAC technician can clean the coils, check refrigerant levels, inspect electrical connections, and calibrate the thermostat.
This proactive service will help you enjoy reliable cooling all season long.
5.
Consider Upgrading to a Smart Thermostat
A smart thermostat lets you program cooling schedules or control your heat pump remotely using a smartphone app.
These features ensure that you only cool your home when needed, saving you money on energy bills and improving comfort.
Conclusion
Your heat pump can keep your home cool and energy-efficient during summer — as long as it’s properly maintained.
By checking the filters, clearing debris, testing its cooling mode, and scheduling a tune-up, you can feel confident that your heat pump is ready for summer’s heat.
Don’t wait until the first hot day to prepare — take these simple steps now and enjoy a comfortable season ahead.
Appreciated a quick response to my request. Dave and Greg were very professional and made the experience seamless.
Very professional through the entire process. Installation and removel was done on a sloppy winter day, they put down runners on the floors and stairs and when they left, there wasn;t any sign of someone being in our house. Furnace works great as promised.
Dave was very pleasant to deal with and Twintech responded quickly when our furnace needed to be replaced ASAP. Installation was done on time and the crew were neat and tidy. We now have a great furnace that suits the needs of our family.
When your furnace kicks in over the holidays and you're not sure where to turn.. I'm so thankful that this company returned my phone call. I appreciated their transparency and clarity which allowed me to make an informed decision. With various quotes thrown at you, it can be difficult to make the right decision and trust the solutions offered by different companies. TwinTech spoke the truth and delivered on their word. Neat, timely and clean service; the peace of mind I needed during a very cold holiday season. I highly recommend them!
Pulling a old unit out and installing a modern heating system! Required drilling holes in the wall for the newer pipes. We went from 70% (I am willing to bet it was far less due to lack of maintenance and just old) to 96% newer . It now feels warmer and more pressure and we use to run extra heaters and feel as though they are not necessary!
I received three quotes before deciding to choose Twintech. Dave's prices was much more reasonable than the competitors. I most appreciated their honest recommendations. Others tried to oversell their products and services. Thank you Dave!
They had the best price and did a great job on the installation. Recommend them to anyone.
It was a amazing and professional high quality job
Friendly and very helpful representatives
Thank you for understanding my concern
And explain very well
Overall we pleased with your service
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My 19 year old furnace stopped working when the cold weather hit in November, and I was left without heat. I interviewed several companies and found TWINTECH HEATING and COOLING to be very knowledgeable, quick to respond to my inquiries and very competitively priced.
Dave provided all of the information and pricing ahead of time and set up the appointment for the installation. Greg and Mitch arrived on time to do the installation and worked quickly and efficiently to complete the job.
After the completion of the installation, Dave followed up to ensure that everything was working well and that I didn't have any concerns.
Overall, this was a low-stress and flawless experience from start to finish. I would highly recommend TWINTECH HEATING and COOLING to anyone that requires a new furnace.
Our 20 year old furnace broke down during the first cold weekend this past November and our usual HVAC company never returned our phone call. Their loss, missing out on a sale since we didn't want to spend much fixing an old furnace and our 40 year old air conditioner was also long overdue for replacement. We proceeded in obtaining three different quotes for furnace and air conditioner replacement, and proceeded with the one we received from Twintech.
Dave was friendly, knowledgable and accommodating to our schedule and provided with us with a price that fell in the middle of the three quotes that we had. We felt that the Amana furnace and air conditioner he quoted us on were the best products and value offered to us and felt most comfortable with the professionalism and reputation of Twintech.
Greg, Grant and Mitch were at our house for installation the day after we decided to proceed. The guys were friendly and informative, the job was completed efficiently and workmanship appears excellent. Our house is certainly much more comfortable with the new two-stage variable speed Amana furnace compared to the old clunker! And, we're looking forward to enjoying the new air conditioner once summer rolls around again. Thanks Twintech!
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We are very happy to recommend this company to everyone. Our furnace broke down on Sunday morning. We phoned them and before noon Grant the owner showed up. He worked on the furnace for about a hour not wanting to give up to fix the problem. The furnace was 17 years old. I was the one talking about replacing it. End result was the next day it was all done. On the Sunday Bob came over with heaters to warm up the house. We decided to replace the water heater at the same time. Thanks Grant for the excellent work. Thumbs up.
Right on time. Explained how to work the HRV in a different way so the house would not be so dry. Changed my whole house water filter for me as well. Friendly, helpful, caring service!
Very pleased with the professional service that TwinTech Heating and Cooling provided in replacing my furnace. I got several quotes from different service providers. Their price was excellent and they explained the features very well. We are very glad we went with TwinTech and highly recommend their services.
We were new homeowners in need of a second opinion. TwinTech Heating & Cooling were Amazing and professional. Very knowledgeable and great service all around. Recommend to anyone looking for honest and reliable services. Treated with respect and care. Thank you Greg, Mitch and Bob!
TwinTech is an excellent and honest company! I called them for a second opinion after being told by another company that I needed to replace my furnace. Turns out this was not the case at all! I did not need a new furnace. TwinTech did not push to make an unnecessary sale and saved me from a huge expense. Bob and Mitch were extremely professional and above all honest! I definitely recommend TwinTech!
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