Heat pumps – dirty outdoor unit

Cause

Build-up of dirt, debris, leaves on air intake

Repair

  • to clean the air intake of the outdoor unit:
    • remove grille
    • remove dirt, debris, leaves
    • vacuum to remove hard-to-reach debris
    • replace grille

Cause

Exposure to air-borne salts

Repair

  • hose off to remove salt deposits, dirt

Cause

Outdoor coils are dirty

Repair

  • clean outdoor coils