When spring rolls in and Vancouver’s chill starts to fade, your heat pump likely needs some maintenance to prepare for the temperature change.

It’s been working double duty all winter—now’s the time to check in before it flips the script and keeps your home cool through summer.

Here are the five most effective maintenance tips that you can do yourself before the summer heat rolls in:

Clear Debris Around Your Outdoor Unit

Winter tends to leave a mess. Clear leaves, sticks, or anything crowding the unit. Aim for two feet of breathing room all around.

Clean or Swap out Filters

This one’s huge. Dirty filters make your system work harder and cost you more. Check monthly—especially if you’ve got pets, and replace them if they look clogged.

Rinse the Outdoor Coils

Grab your hose (no pressure washers!) and gently rinse off dirt and dust buildup from the fins and coils.

Double-check your Thermostat Settings

Now that we are switching from winter to summer, make sure it’s set to cooling mode and the schedule matches your household habits.

Check your Indoor Vents

Checking the airflow is a critical maintenance task, and no furniture or curtains should be blocking airflow. A quick walk-through of your heat pumps can make a big difference.

Regular spring maintenance for these issues can save you money, extend your system’s life, and help avoid those “why is it 30 degrees in here?” moments.

Know When to Call in a Pro

It’s good to know the aforementioned maintenance tips, but some things are best left to the experts. If you notice refrigerant leaks or electrical issues, or your system just isn’t cooling like it used to, call a licensed technician right away for an expert opinion.

Looking for professional heat pump maintenance in the Lower Mainland? Book a service with Hilltop Plumbing & Heating—your local experts in heating, cooling, and peace of mind.

Hilltop Plumbing & Heating Ltd. is a licensed bonded and insured plumbing and gas fitting company, proudly serving the White Rock and South Surrey area for over 50 years.

Trusted for over four decades, we have been providing plumbing & heating solutions, backed up by our guaranteed workmanship and parts warranty.