Keep Your Home Comfortable Year-Round

Whether you’re heating through snowy New England winters or cooling your home during the peak of a Connecticut summer, your heat pump is working hard every day of the year. Unlike traditional systems that handle either heating or cooling, heat pumps do both—often running nearly nonstop through every season. That kind of workload demands consistent care. Without it, your system can lose efficiency, wear down faster, and cost you more in repairs or energy bills.

At Town Oil, we’re proud to offer professional, dependable heat pump maintenance services to homeowners throughout the Hartford, CT, area. Our goal is simple: help you get the most from your equipment with expert service that’s honest, educational, and stress-free. 

Stay on Schedule With Heat Pump Maintenance

Because heat pumps work year-round—heating in the winter and cooling in the summer—they require a bit more attention than traditional HVAC systems. At a minimum, we recommend having your heat pump professionally serviced twice a year: once in the spring before cooling season begins, and once in the fall before you start heating your home.

These seasonal check-ups help your system run efficiently, safely, and reliably no matter the weather. Regular maintenance also gives our technicians the chance to catch minor issues early, helping you avoid bigger (and more expensive) problems down the road.

If your heat pump is part of a high-demand household, you may benefit from more frequent check-ins. The same goes for older systems or units that haven’t been regularly maintained in the past.

What You Can Do Between Maintenance Visits

Professional maintenance should never be skipped, and a little care throughout the year goes a long way toward keeping your heat pump running smoothly. With just a few simple steps, you can improve efficiency, extend your system’s life, and reduce the risk of unexpected issues between service appointments.

Here are some easy tasks you can do on your own:

• Check and change your air filter regularly. Aim to inspect the filter every month and replace it at least every 1–3 months, or more often if you have pets or allergies.
• Keep the outdoor unit clear. Remove leaves, branches, and debris from around the exterior heat pump unit. Make sure there’s at least two feet of open space on all sides.
• Inspect air vents and registers. Make sure vents inside your home are open, unobstructed, and clean to maintain proper airflow.
• Listen for unusual noises. Pay attention to grinding, buzzing, or rattling sounds, and give us a call if anything seems out of the ordinary.
• Check your thermostat settings. Confirm your thermostat is working correctly and set to the appropriate mode for the season.

These small steps, combined with routine heat pump maintenance visits from Town Oil, will help keep your system in peak condition year-round.

What We Do During a Heat Pump Maintenance Visit

When you schedule a heat pump maintenance appointment with Town Oil, you can expect thorough and thoughtful service that protects your comfort and your investment. Our process is built around clear communication, attention to detail, and proactive care.