Heat Pump Repair in Middletown
A heat pump cools in summer and runs backward in winter to pull heat in from outside. More Middletown homes have one now, either as a ducted system or as mini-splits added to a boiler house. If yours will not switch modes, blows cool air in January or ices over and stays that way, call (732) 858-0915.
Common heat pump faults
- Reversing valve stuck in one mode
- Defrost board or sensor failed, so the coil stays iced
- Backup heat strips not coming on during a cold snap
- Capacitor or contactor failures, the same as a straight AC
- Refrigerant leaks, which hurt heating output more than cooling
- Thermostat set up for a furnace instead of a heat pump
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Defrost sensor or defrost board | $250 to $700 |
| Reversing valve replaced | $1,200 to $2,600 |
| Backup heat strip or sequencer | $250 to $650 |
| Refrigerant leak repair and recharge | $400 to $1,800 |
| Outdoor fan motor | $400 to $900 |
Planning ranges only. The contractor prices the repair after testing the system.
Winter on the coast
A heat pump frosts up on damp winter days near freezing. January in nearby Red Bank averages a high of 39 and a low of 25, right in that range. A normal defrost cycle melts that frost every so often, and you may see steam rising off the unit. Thick ice that never clears is a fault.
Snow and drifting leaves can bury a unit that sits low on the ground. Keep it clear, and if the unit is near the bay or in a flood zone, ask about a raised stand that keeps it out of both snow and standing water.
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(732) 858-0915Questions about Heat Pump Repair in Middletown
- Is it normal for my heat pump to blow lukewarm air?
- Heat pump air feels cooler than furnace air, often in the 90s at the register. If it feels cool to your hand or the house cannot hold temperature, call.
- Should I switch to emergency heat?
- Only while you wait for a repair. Emergency heat runs the electric strips alone and costs a lot more to run.
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