Heat Pump Maintenance in Quincy

Year-Round Heat Pump Care for Heating & Cooling

Your heat pump works year-round to keep your home comfortable. Our heat pump maintenance in Quincy includes inspection, cleaning, and performance checks for equipment that handles both heating and cooling.

Dirty filters, blocked outdoor units, coil buildup, drainage problems, and loose electrical connections can place added stress on the system. During maintenance, our technicians can identify signs of developing problems, including short cycling, freezing, poor airflow, or unusual noise, although maintenance can’t prevent every breakdown.

Call us at (617) 539-7672 to schedule your maintenance appointment today!

Plan Seasonal Service with Aspinwall Plumbing & Heating’s Membership Program

To help your HVAC system receive consistent care, sign up for our Membership Program. The All Seasons Membership includes two annual visits for homes with heating and cooling equipment, helping you organize seasonal service throughout the year. You’ll also enjoy benefits such as priority scheduling options, discounts on eligible repairs or replacements, and maintenance recommendations.

How Often Should I Have My Heat Pump Serviced?

Since your heat pump system runs all year, we recommend preventive maintenance twice a year, typically in spring and fall.

Spring service prepares the system before the primary cooling season, while fall service addresses heating operation before colder weather. The appropriate interval can vary based on manufacturer instructions, system type, household usage, pets, and dust levels.

Arrange service sooner if you notice reduced heating or cooling, unusual noise, poor airflow, frequent cycling, ice buildup, or unexpected energy use.

We’re also a Lennox® Premier Dealer™.

What We Do During Heat Pump Maintenance

During your maintenance service, our HVAC professional follows a detailed checklist based on the system and its condition.

Our heat pump maintenance checklist can include:

• A thorough system check. We’ll test heating or cooling operation, thermostat controls, system cycling, and overall performance.
• Cleaning your heat pump. We’ll inspect the indoor and outdoor coils for buildup and complete appropriate cleaning to support heat transfer.
• Reviewing filters and airflow. We’ll check the air filter, airflow, and outdoor-unit clearance for conditions that may affect performance.
• Checking the refrigerant system. We’ll evaluate refrigerant-system operation and look for signs of a possible leak. Adding refrigerant isn’t a substitute for identifying the cause of refrigerant loss.
• Inspecting moving parts. We’ll inspect moving components and lubricate applicable parts according to equipment requirements.
• Testing electrical connections. We’ll inspect electrical connections and take appropriate measurements to identify loose or abnormal components.
• Inspecting drainage. We’ll check the condensate drain for buildup or drainage problems that require attention.

Electrical, refrigerant, and internal component work requires specific tools and safety procedures. For Mitsubishi HVAC systems, our Mitsubishi Diamond Contractor designation reflects the training our technicians have completed for installation and maintenance of that equipment.