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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.
Great team of guys came to do the work. Very professional. Arrived on time worked very efficiently and were very clean. They answered any questions we had without hesitation. The air conditioner works great and is so quiet. I highly recommend them and they don't try to up-sell anything right from the start.
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Excellent workmanship, and quick response. Would recommend Twintech to anyone.
My existing 15-yr old A/C went down on me during the first major heatwave of the season. Researched my options, as well as a few different installers, and decided on Twintech.
They gave me confidence right from the beginning. Extremely knowledgeable. Their communication was excellent - always responded to questions quickly. Given we were in a heatwave, they were fully booked. However, within days they were able to fit me in due to a cancellation. Upon learning that the Amana unit I was getting installed was on backorder, TwinTech went to bat for me with the manufacturer and was able to get me the next model up within a day, for the same price - Amazing!
As far as the installation was concerned, I couldnt be more impressed. These guys were clearly very experienced and did a fantastic job. Very clean, polite, timely & informative. They even thoroughly sealed all the exposed gaps in my ductwork. Ive had plenty of heating and cooling work done in the past and have never used the same contractor twice because Ive never been very impressed. However, from now on, Ill always be contacting Twintech first!
They were very friendly and took care of everything. The install looks great (and works great), they were very knowledgeable. Installed our a/c efficiently despite the difficult install location both inside and outside and they made it work.
Phenomenal service, so glad I found these guys a few years back after being "hosed" badly by 3 other companies. I've recommended them to so many, and they all are so thankful.
This company is fantastic. Dave came out and gave me a very honest and reasonable quote, unlike a quote received from another company. I had a bunch of questions that were easily answered and when I had questions regarding heating/cooling a previously unheated room above the Garage, Dave arranged for Greg to come out for an assessment of this new space and gave me his recommendation along with his professional thoughts on all of my options.
These guys have been nothing but Professional, honest and helpful along the way. I can't recall the two other guys doing the install, but they were great as well. Good workmanship, everything was cleaned up and everything functions as promised. I could go on and on about my experience, but it's all positive so what more could you want?
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I hired twin tech to convert my townhouse heating from electric to gas and install a furnace and a/c unit. I had talked with many other vendors, and received several quotes, but chose them, and very happy I did. Here are some of the reasons why:
1. They were realistic about the timeline for the work, when they could start and how long it would take. (They said upfront, it was their busy season and would need to get back to me in 3 weeks, which they did):
2. They had a quote with options for me. They were clear about the entertainment of what they would and would not do (theyd build duct work, id need another contractor to box in ductwork). This allowed me to plan as I was my own general contractor for my renovations).
3. They spoke to me in a language I understood, neither too technical nor too simple. They answered all my questions as I had them. Everyone is so lovely to work with, the sales team and the contractors who are worked in my home.
4. Its been 4 m since the work was complete. They still answer my emails and my furnace is working very well!
I unabashedly recommend! Price, customer care and quality workmanship were all amazing!
On one of the coldest days of winter, our furnace stopped working. Our regular furnace company came and told us we had a CO2 leak and shut us off. Their quote for a new furnace was way too high and they couldn't even install it on the same day. TwinTech was recommended to us by a friend. We called and spoke to Dave who was very nice and knowledgeable. Grant showed up a short time later and a new furnace was installed the same day with no troubles at all. Best of all, we received a higher-end furnace than what was offered by our previous company and at a cheaper price. I would recommend TwinTech with no hesitation at all.
I installed a new furnace and Air conditioner with them. The installation is of high quality and according to standards. The guys are professional and reasonably priced.. I highly recommend them.
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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!
Amazing experience with TwinTech Heating & Cooling! Their team was professional, knowledgeable, and efficient from start to finish. They installed my new furnace quickly and left everything spotless. The technicians took the time to explain everything and made sure I was comfortable with the system before they left. Great customer service and fair pricing. I highly recommend them for anyone needing HVAC services!
Great experience all around. Bob was sharp and easy to talk to, and Greg handled the installation perfectly. Would hire them again in a heartbeat.
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