Heat pumps share many of their components with traditional air conditioning systems. This fact should not be surprising since a heat pump is little more than a reversible air conditioner. Most of the additional electronic and mechanical components on a heat pump exist to control the direction of the system's refrigerant or manage issues that can creep up in heating mode.
The defrost board helps with the latter situation. When heating, your heat pump's outdoor coils will become very cold, allowing water to condense and freeze.
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Now that the spring heat has arrived, have you noticed your air conditioning system exhibiting unusual behavior? Major problems that stop your system from working may be hard to ignore, but minor problems often seem less urgent. A system that short cycles or occasionally freezes can be frustrating, but it may still keep your home mostly cool.
Unfortunately, seemingly minor problems with air conditioning systems can often escalate quickly. Not only can these issues eventually cause your system to stop working, but relatively cheap failures can damage much more expensive components.
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Keeping your boiler working is essential for maintaining a comfortable environment in your home or office. Due to the importance of this appliance, it is vital to be aware of the common misconceptions surrounding boilers and the repairs they may require.
Myth: A Small Leak In The Boiler Is Not A Significant Issue
Despite what many people may think, a minor leak in a boiler can lead to severe consequences if left unaddressed.
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If you need a new heating service, it's wise to shop around to see what heating systems can work best for your needs. You want to consider not just the types of systems but also their costs and how energy efficient they are. Your HVAC contractor can help you decide which type of heating system will work best for you when they come to your home to provide heating service.
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Your furnace needs to operate in coordination with the thermostat to turn on and off regularly. If the connection between the two is lost or erratic, your furnace won't work properly. You might try to figure out what's wrong with your furnace when the real problem is with the thermostat. Here's a look at some ways the thermostat can malfunction and what a furnace repair technician might need to do about the problem.
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