Air conditioners and heat pumps have a lot of similarities. They’re based on the same technologies. Most of their components are very similar or even the same. But clearly, a heat pump does have some differences. What does that mean for the heat pump’s needs? Are they different?
Do air conditioners and heat pumps require the same kind of service and maintenance? Do air conditioners and heat pumps encounter the same kinds of problems, and exhibit the same symptoms when there is a problem? Is there a difference between the repairs needed by an air conditioner and those needed by a heat pump? Let’s go over some details.