Autumn is a beautiful time of year in part because of the changing colors of the leaves that eventually fall to the ground. But these beautiful fall leaves can wreak havoc on your outdoor HVAC unit if the leaves infiltrate the system.
For those who own a heater that uses an electric heat pump, cleaning out the outdoor compressor is a very important task to complete before winter. This is because with an electric heat pump the outdoor compressor is used to generate heat for your indoor air. Some people may mistake this as the AC running in winter, but rest assured your outdoor HVAC unit should run while cooling and heating your home when using an electric heat pump.
If leaves and other debris clutter the compressor then your HVAC unit will not run efficiently. This can lead to uncomfortable indoor temperatures, HVAC wear and tear, and high energy-costs.
By cleaning your outdoor HVAC unit you’ll be able to prevent future damage that could occur due to leaves and debris in the system. Before you do anything in terms of maintenance make sure to turn off the power to your AC. Do this by turning off the power in the breaker box inside your home and by turning off power on the outside switch near the compressor/condenser.
For more information about cleaning out leaves from your HVAC system, contact an experienced local HVAC service company like 247 Local HVAC in Houston, TX.
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