{"id":938,"date":"2024-01-01T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-01T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/?p=938"},"modified":"2024-01-02T07:51:00","modified_gmt":"2024-01-02T12:51:00","slug":"whats-wrong-with-my-ductless-mini-split","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/heat-pump-service\/whats-wrong-with-my-ductless-mini-split\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s Wrong With My Ductless Mini Split?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ductless mini splits are unique systems that are different from any other HVAC system on the market. If your home has one, you\u2019re hopefully very happy with its performance as a 2-in-1 heating and cooling system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But if you\u2019re fairly new to mini splits, you might be unfamiliar with the problems that can spring up with these systems. That\u2019s because they\u2019re unlike issues you may have had with a traditional heating system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s go over some problems you might encounter with a ductless mini split that\u2019ll warrant a call for heat pump repair in Mississauga, ON<\/a> and some DIY tasks you can do to help avoid the need for repair in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

First Things First: Basic Maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First of all, there are a few things you should know about basic mini split maintenance. These are simple tasks you can perform on your own that\u2019ll help keep your mini split in great condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most important, you need to check the filter around once a month when it\u2019s in use. Most mini split systems have a filter that you remove and clean, then reinstall back into the system. Make a note to check it on the first of every month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re inspecting it, you\u2019re looking for visible dirt and dust. If this is your first time cleaning one, you may be surprised at how dirty they can get! Gently remove the accumulated dirt and put it back in place. Do this on every mini split. This simple task helps airflow and allows your mini split to work at its best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Issue #1: One Mini Split Isn\u2019t Working<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is usually caused by a problem with the connection between that particular mini split and the main system. A wire could\u2019ve come loose or there could be a refrigerant leak in that single unit. Also, check the batteries in that unit\u2019s remote control to make sure they\u2019re working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Issue #2: It Won\u2019t Switch Modes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Is this issue occurring in one mini split or with all of them? If it\u2019s just one, then it\u2019s the same possible causes as #1 above. If it\u2019s all of them, it\u2019s likely an issue with the outdoor unit that all the mini splits connect to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your mini split system has a component called a reversing valve that allows it to switch from heating to cooling mode and vice versa. Over time, this part can wear down and break. Luckily, this is a fairly easy fix for one of our technicians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Issue #3: It Won\u2019t Reach the Set Temperature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s frustrating when your tried-and-true mini split isn\u2019t getting your home warm enough. This could be caused by a number of things. Make sure that you\u2019ve selected the right heating mode. There could be a disconnect between the thermostat and the system. Or there could be a refrigerant leak that\u2019ll result in the mini split not being able to produce enough heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Peatson\u2019s Heating and Air Conditioning Ltd.<\/strong><\/a> for reliable heat pump repair in Mississauga, ON.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Let\u2019s go over some problems you might encounter with a ductless mini split that\u2019ll warrant a call for heat pump repair in Mississauga, ON and some DIY tasks you can do to help avoid the need for repair in the first place.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[75],"tags":[98,104],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/938"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=938"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/938\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":941,"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/938\/revisions\/941"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=938"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=938"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peatsonsheatair.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=938"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}