Heat Pumps Articles
It’s important to diagnose the problem early. Below are four of the most common causes and what you should do to correct them.
So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.
Our team at A&L Heating and Air regularly gets calls about frozen heat pumps. Though common, a heat pump freeze-up usually means your system’s components are not working correctly. Sometimes you can fix it yourself. But oftentimes, you will need to call a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professional, like us, as the problem may require a part replacement or complex repair.
So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.
You should know the pros and cons of AC systems, furnaces, and heat pumps, and which one might be best for your household.
Geothermal heat pumps have been in use since the 1940s, heating and cooling homes in the Greenback area efficiently and thoroughly. They use the constant temperature of the earth for their heat transfer medium instead of the outside air temperature as air-source systems utilize. Speak to one for our A & L Heating and Air professionals about the different geothermal heat pump options available.
When it comes to staying warm during the cold winter months, folks in Maryville love their heat pumps. Fast, reliable, and cost effective to use, heat pumps are a popular choice in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry.
But what if it’s freezing outdoors and your heat pump starts blowing cold air?
One reason Tennessee homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.
Geothermal heating is a convenient way to heat up your household using the Earth’s natural heat. They last longer, are safer for the environment, and even generate less noise than a conventional system.
You turn on your heat pump, and you smell something burning. What should you do? Who should you call first, the fire department or your HVAC technician? First assess what the smell most likely is, and you may not need to call anyone. Of course, if you’re still nervous because you just don’t know, turn…
Most of us tend to take our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for granted. As long as they are working, it’s easy to go on day after day without thinking about them. But, like most other things, taking care of your HVAC system through regular maintenance is critical to keeping it in good…
Heat pumps can be expected to make some noise. However, unusually loud noises point to a problem. If your system is reaching decibels impossible to ignore, you should turn it off to prevent further damages. Then give A & L Heating and Air a call at 865-856-8797 to schedule a repair visit. We’ll be able…
A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from inside to outside or from outside to inside. In the Winter it works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the Summer the process reverses and it will remove heat from your home and…