Your heat pump is an part of your home because it year-round comfort. But, like any home comfort system, it's to some .

Let's these and how much they might cost to , so you'll have some idea before you an HVAC technician. Some of the most heat pump repair problems include:

• Heat pump won't turn on
• Heat pump won't turn off
• Heat pump won't defrost
• Heat pump won't cool
• Heat pump won't turn on after changing thermostat
• Heat pump won't heat

1. Heat Pump

There are of reasons why your heat pump won't turn on, so we checking all of them. Sometimes they are as as a thermostat setting or your air filter.

Here's what to check:

• Is your thermostat on the setting? If you want , make sure it's set to "cool," "auto" and that your setting is lower than the temperature. If you want , it should be set to "heat," "auto" and your setting should be than the current temperature. If you a programmable thermostat, the batteries if the screen jumbled or blank.
• Has the circuit breaker been tripped? Your heat pump won't be able to if it power. Reset the breaker if it's facing the outside of the electrical panel.
• Is the air filter ? A dirty air filter is for your heat pump. If you can't see light through it, it's time to .

If these steps don't the , you'll need to a heating and cooling company like Web Connect Demo.

Estimated Repair Cost

This can be , so how much it costs to it will depend on what's wrong.

2. Heat Pump

If it's hot or cold outside, your heat pump may need to longer than normal to your desired temperature.

If the weather is , check that your thermostat is set and normally. If the fan setting is at "on," the blower motor on your air handler will 24/7. So, it'll your heat pump is all the time. Constantly the blower can keep humidity levels , but it'll also your electrical bills.

If your thermostat is set , there are other that could be causing your heat pump to run all the time. They include:

• A new thermostat that isn't your heat pump.
• A malfunctioning compressor contactor, which the flow of electricity.
• Leaky ductwork.

Estimated Repair Cost

This can be to issues, so your heat pump repair cost will depend on the problem and how it is.

3. Heat Pump

during cold weather, your heat pump will go into cooling mode. This will light frost and ice that on the coils. A heat pump that becomes may your home or shut down .

Here are reasons why this might be :

• Your heat pump doesn't have airflow because it's by snow, bushes or yard .
• Your gutters are water on top of your heat pump, an icy buildup.
• A part is , which may the reversing valve, relays, controls or sensors.
• The outdoor fan motor is damaged, dying or dead.
• Your heat pump has a refrigerant leak. This is if you're hearing bubbling or hissing . Or if you a sweet, formaldehyde-like odor the outdoor unit.

Estimated Repair Cost

Like we before, there are reasons why your heat pump won't defrost. But here are estimated costs for some of these issues. Keep in mind your cost may vary based on your heat pump brand, model and the of the .

• Replace reversing valve: $200–$600
• Replace outdoor fan motor: $250–$650
• Repair refrigerant leak: Depends on the of refrigerant your heat pump uses. R-22 Freon is since it's no longer being .

4. Heat Pump

Just like a heat pump that won't turn on, a heat pump that won't cool can be to many . We checking for:

• thermostat settings
• Tripped circuit breakers
• A air filter
• Ice on your heat pump

If there's nothing with your thermostat, circuit breakers or air filter, you'll need from an HVAC technician to a problem with your ductwork or an iced-over heat pump. Like we earlier, a heat pump that won't defrost might have with its reversing valve, outdoor fan motor or a refrigerant leak.

Estimated Repair Costs

These repair costs are estimates. Your total may vary based on your heat pump brand, model and the of the .

• Replace reversing valve: $200–$600
• Replace outdoor fan motor: $250–$650
• Repair refrigerant leak: Depends on the of refrigerant your heat pump uses. R-22 Freon is since it's no longer being .
• Seal leaky ductwork: Depends on house size.

5. Heat Pump After

If your heat pump won't turn on after the thermostat, the problem is probably to your new thermostat. While you can just about any thermostat with a furnace, the same isn't for heat pumps, especially if you backup or emergency heating.

You can your new thermostat by the fan mode to "on." If you don't hear the blower motor in your air handler, there's probably with the thermostat.

A couple other thermostat problems :

• Wiring was done .
• Thermostat isn't with heat pump.
• Thermostat is in emergency heat mode, which a reset.

It's to have a heating and cooling recommend a thermostat and expertly install it. That way, you'll any compatibility or wiring .

Estimated Repair Costs

The cost of professional thermostat installation depends on what of thermostat you want. While programmable thermostats are , they the features and convenience of a smart thermostat.

6. Heat Pump

A heat pump that won't heat is to similar problems with a heat pump that won't cool. We checking for:

• thermostat settings
• Tripped circuit breakers
• A air filter
• Ice on your heat pump

An icy heat pump or leaky ductwork will require the of an HVAC technician. Ductwork is to reach since it's behind walls and issues can cause your heat pump to .

Estimated Repair Costs

These repair costs are estimates. Your total cost may vary based on your heat pump brand, model and the of the .

• Replace reversing valve: $200–$600
• Replace outdoor fan motor: $250–$650
• Repair refrigerant leak: Depends on the of refrigerant your heat pump . R-22 Freon is since it's no longer being .
• Seal leaky ductwork: Depends on house size.

Heat Pump Problems with

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Average repair costs are sourced from Fixr, which compiles estimates based on nationwide averages.