Mike Smith Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC Blog: Posts Tagged ‘heat pump repair’

Heat Pump vs. AC Repair: Similarities & Differences

Monday, June 16th, 2025
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If your home has a heat pump or a traditional air conditioning system, one thing is certain: routine maintenance and prompt repairs are key to keeping your system running efficiently and reliably. While heat pumps and air conditioners share some similarities in how they operate—and the types of issues they may encounter—they also have some distinct differences. Here’s what homeowners should understand, especially when it comes to upkeep needs and AC and heat pump repair in West Monroe, LA.

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Are Heat Pump Repairs Different from AC Repairs?

Monday, December 2nd, 2024
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Heat pumps are a fantastic all-around heating and cooling solution for our climate. But for a lot of people, they’re a new option. If you’ve just gotten one, or are considering it, there might be some things you don’t know. If you’ve got questions, we’ve got answers for you. 

Heat pumps don’t have the same sort of components as furnaces. In fact, even though you can use them to heat your home, they’re almost identical to air conditioners in most ways. Does that mean they have the same needs, or can encounter the same problems? Mostly! But some of the maintenance or repairs that heat pumps require can be different from what air conditioners need. Here are the details.

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4 Signs Your Heat Pump Needs Repair

Monday, June 17th, 2024
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If your heat pump is struggling with a problem, it needs repair right away. If you put off getting the repairs your heat pump needs, you’ll end up with bigger problems: poorer performance, higher electric bills, more serious repair needs, and more. So you have to spot the signs that your heat pump is in trouble right away. What are the signs of a heat pump in need of repair? Read on to find out.

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