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<p class="has-text-align-center lg:px-32 mt-0 has-white-color has-text-color has-text-18-leading-7-font-size">Your heat pump is a versatile, efficient and environmentally friendly system. But because&nbsp;heat pumps can heat and cool your home, they get a lot of use and need proper servicing to perform at its best.</p>

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Our heat pump maintenance checklist will keep your system running smoothly

<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-28-font-size" id="our-heat-pump-maintenance-checklist-will-keep-your-system-running-smoothly" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">Our heat pump maintenance checklist will keep your system running smoothly</h2>

Your heat pump is a versatile, efficient and environmentally friendly system. But because <a href="/residential/en/resources/glossary/what-is-a-heat-pump/">heat pumps can heat and cool your home</a>, they get a lot of use and need proper servicing to perform at its best.

<p class="has-text-16-font-size">Your heat pump is a versatile, efficient and environmentally friendly system. But because <a href="/residential/en/resources/glossary/what-is-a-heat-pump/">heat pumps can heat and cool your home</a>, they get a lot of use and need proper servicing to perform at its best.</p>

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Heat pump maintenance checklist for homeowners

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<h4 class="wp-block-heading mb-0 mt-6 has-text-16-font-size" id="heat-pump-preventative-maintenance-diy" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">Heat pump preventative maintenance - DIY</h4>

<p class="has-text-16-leading-6-font-size">Every homeowner should know how to spot serious trouble and know when to call an expert for help. Follow these helpful tips to get the most out of your heat pump and save on energy.</p>

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Heat pump maintenance schedule

<h4 class="wp-block-heading mb-0 has-text-16-font-size" id="servicing-your-heat-pump-dealer-checklist" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">Servicing your heat pump - dealer checklist</h4>

<p class="has-text-16-leading-6-font-size"><a href="/residential/en/dealer-locator/">Schedule a preventative maintenance checkup</a> with your local dealer at least once a year. The best times to schedule is in the fall before winter weather arrives and in the spring before AC season. Here’s what your dealer will do during your heat pump service appointment.</p>

Changing your heat pump filter

<h4 class="wp-block-heading has-text-16-font-size" id="clean-or-replace-your-filter-regularly" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">Clean or replace your filter regularly</h4>

<p class="mt-0 has-text-16-font-size">Taking care of the filter is one of the most important things you can do for your heat pump. As the system circulates air, it filters the air in your home and extracts excess moisture to help control humidity.</p>

<h4 class="wp-block-heading mb-0 has-text-16-font-size" id="why-should-i-change-my-air-filter" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">Why should I change my air filter?</h4>

<p class="mt-6 has-text-16-font-size" id="why-should-i-change-my-air-filter">When your heat pump circulates the air in your home, dust and dirt particles build up on the filter. Excessive accumulation can block the airflow, forcing your heat pump to work harder to maintain a constant temperature. The harder your unit has to work, the more energy it uses.</p>

<h4 class="wp-block-heading mb-0 has-text-16-font-size" id="how-often-should-i-change-my-heat-pump-filter" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">How often should I change my heat pump filter?</h4>

<p class="has-text-16-font-size">The easy answer is to change your filter when it gets dirty. For every home and homeowner, how quickly your filter gets filled up depends on several factors like home size, pets and others.</p>

<h4 class="wp-block-heading has-text-16-font-size" id="how-do-i-change-my-air-filter" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">How do I change my air filter?</h4>

<p class="has-text-16-font-size">First, find out <a href="/residential/en/resources/blog/air-filter-hvac-system/">where the filter is located in your system</a> and then follow these steps. If you have any questions, contact your local Trane Dealer.</p>

Heat pump troubleshooting tips

<p class="has-text-16-font-size">Here a few common problems and quick fixes to try if your heat pump isn’t working properly.</p>

<p class="ml-4 has-text-16-font-size"><strong>Problem:</strong>&nbsp;Heat pump won't turn on.<br><strong>Solution:</strong>&nbsp;Check that your thermostat is set to heat (especially if it’s the first time using it) in winter and cool in spring.</p>

<p class="ml-4 has-text-16-font-size"><strong>Problem:</strong>&nbsp;Low air flow.<br><strong>Solution:</strong>&nbsp;Check your filters. They probably need to be cleaned or replaced.</p>

<p class="pb-6 has-text-16-font-size">For more heat pump troubleshooting tips, check out our <a href="/residential/en/resources/troubleshooting/heat-pumps/">Heat pump troubleshooting</a> guide or our list of <a href="/residential/en/resources/blog/5-common-misconceptions-about-heat-pumps/">5 common misconceptions about heat pumps</a>.</p>

Proactive tips for preventing poor heat pump performance

<h4 class="wp-block-heading mb-6 has-text-16-font-size" id="how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-heat-pump" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">How to extend the life of your heat pump</h4>

Heat pumps owner's guide

<h4 class="wp-block-heading mb-0 has-text-16-font-size" id="download-our-heat-pump-user-guides" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">Download our heat pump user guides</h4>

<p class="pb-6 has-text-16-font-size">For specific tips and details about how to maintain and service your Trane heat pump model, visit our <a href="/residential/en/resources/owners-guides/">User Guides</a> page. You’ll find details and helpful information for all our heat pumps (<a href="/residential/en/products/heat-pumps/xv20i/">XV20i</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/heat-pumps/xv19/">XV19 Variable Speed Low Profile Heat Pump</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/heat-pumps/xl18i/">XL18i Heat Pump</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/heat-pumps/xv18/">XV18 Variable Speed Heat Pump</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/heat-pumps/xr17/">XR17 Heat Pump</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/heat-pumps/xl16i/">XL16i Heat Pump</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/heat-pumps/xr15/">XR15 Heat Pump</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/heat-pumps/xr14/">XR14 Heat Pump</a>).</p>

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