Heat pump maintenance in Vancouver

What's included

• Indoor coil and blower wheel cleaning (ducted) or indoor head coil and fan cleaning (ductless)
• Outdoor coil rinse and fin check
• Condensate drain and pump flush
• Refrigerant operating pressure and temperature check
• Capacitor, contactor and wiring inspection
• Defrost cycle test
• Thermostat and controls check
• A written service record for your warranty file

Why it matters in Vancouver's climate

Metro Vancouver's damp winters keep heat pumps running long hours and cycling through defrost often. Leaves and moss clog outdoor coils, and constant moisture shows up blocked drains and corroded connections. A unit that's dirty or slightly undercharged still runs - it just costs more to run and wears out sooner.

Signs you need service now, not later

• Higher hydro bills with no change in use
• Rooms taking longer to warm up
• A musty smell from a ductless head
• Ice that doesn't clear from the outdoor unit
• Water dripping from an indoor head

These usually point to a repair rather than routine maintenance.