Heat Pump Service Westfield MA

Should I Repair or Replace?

We’ll help you weigh out the options. Many homeowners wonder how they’ll know when it’s time to replace their existing furnace or air conditioner and if a heat pump is their best choice.  The best time to decide on when to purchase a new heating and cooling system is before it breaks down. This allows you the chance to adequately shop for the equipment, rather than being forced to rush to get the heat or air conditioning back on.

A basic rule of thumb to consider is the age of your equipment and the cost of the repair.  If your furnace or air conditioner is over 12 years old, it is probably a good time to replace and consider a high efficiency heat pump.  While it is true that a 12-year-old system might still function, the likelihood that it is working efficiently is pretty low in most cases. Today’s heat pumps are substantially higher in efficiency, meaning monthly savings on your utility bill.

A second consideration is how costly the repair is. Generally speaking, if the repair is going to cost more than $600, it may be a good time to consider replacing your unit.

Full-Service HVAC: You can count on us to guide you through the decision-making process. Whether you need installation, maintenance, or repair of your heating and cooling equipment, we’re here to help.

Heat Pump Repair: Nothing is worse than losing your heat when it’s cold outside or not being prepared for a sweltering hot day. We are committed to the quality of service of our technicians provide. We believe in the value of continuing education for our heating and air conditioning techs and have been certified by Mitsubishi as an Elite Diamond Contractor, the highest level of certification available.

Heat Pump Maintenance: The most important thing you can do to prolong the life of your equipment is to have an annual safety and maintenance check-up. Annual maintenance of your heat pump or ductless system will ensure the highest safety and highest performance. Schedule a yearly maintenance check. Your equipment will more efficiently, last longer and provide better safety when you schedule a yearly tune-up.

Heat Pump Installation:  Proper installation of your heat pump or ductless mini split heat pump is key. Most problems homeowners have with their heat pump system can be traced back to an improper installation. Additionally, improper installation can reduce system efficiency by up to 30% – costing you more on your utility bills and possibly shortening the equipment’s life!

The Girard Advantage: There are many advantages to choosing Girard Heating & Air Conditioning as your heating and cooling contractor.

• We’re a Truly Local company. Locally owned & operated
• Our installation and service technicians are factory-trained and certified
• We’ve been recognized nationally as a Ductless All Star.
• We use only the most reliable, high-quality, energy-efficient equipment
• Manufacturer’s recommendations, code requirements and federal laws are our minimum standards
• We’re a Mitsubishi Elite Diamond Contractor, the highest level of certification a contractor can achieve
• We’re licensed & bonded
• Free Estimates: We provide complimentary consultations by knowledgeable representatives with extensive heat pump knowledge. We’ll never guess, we always match the right system to your needs.
• We take special care to protect your home during installation
• Our products are backed by manufacture warranties

The most important thing we will do for you is to ensure that you have the right piece of equipment that has been properly sized.  Once we have established that we will make sure to properly install your new heat pump and run it through its paces so that it is running properly and efficiency!

Top 2 Things Homeowners can do:

1. Don’t forget your air filter! This one thing is easiest thing you can do to help your equipment run at peak performance is to regularly replace your air filter.
2. Schedule annual maintenance. Things work better when they’re taken care of so make sure to schedule an annual tune up of your heat pump or ductless Heat pump.

Heat Pump Service FAQ’s

Q: How often should I have my heating and cooling equipment serviced?
A: Your heat pump needs a plan for regular maintenance. The best time to schedule maintenance is before the start of each season.  Your AC should have regular maintenance performed at the end of winter or beginning of spring and your heat pump should be checked at the end of summer or early fall.

Q: My heat pump is noisy …can I fix it myself?
A: No. Resist the temptation to do it yourself as you can create a bigger problem or more likely waste your time and money trying to trouble shoot something you haven’t been trained for. A professional HVAC technician will have knowledge of the HVAC electrical system layouts and have the proper meters to test and diagnose. Keep yourself out of harms way and turn to a professional HVAC technician.

Q: How can I lower my utility bill?
A: Reducing energy usage and energy costs is important to most home owners. We’ll address every issue of your system, from regularly scheduled maintenance to making sure you have properly-sized equipment for your home. Additionally, it’s important to note that many problems can be traced back to an improper installation.  We guarantee a professional installation of your new heat pump can keep it running well for many years. 

Get one-of-a-kind service from our professionally trained heat pump technicians.  Expect the best from our expert heat pump installation crew because we know heat pumps better than anyone … it’s all we do!

Get comfort exactly how you want it. Schedule your free in-home consultation with our friendly and experienced staff.

Give us a call at (413) 568-2946 TODAY!

If you’re looking for a Heat Pump Service expert in Westfield, Massachusetts, we can help.