Heat Pump Repair in Redmond, WA
Heat pump, ductless and dual-fuel repair for Redmond homes from our Redmond branch on 153rd Ave NE: after-hours emergency HVAC service, same-day visits when possible, and an upfront price before any work begins.
Locally-owned since 1977 • Licensed, bonded and insured in Washington (WA Contractor Reg. #HOMECCA785BD) • WA Electrical Contractor Lic. #HOMECCA782DC • NATE-certified technicians • Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer • Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Dealer • Lennox Premier Dealer
Heat pump repair from our Redmond branch
Home Comfort Alliance fixes ducted heat pumps, ductless mini-splits and dual-fuel systems in Redmond from our branch at 9680 153rd Ave NE. We offer after-hours emergency HVAC service in Redmond; the after-hours fee is $330. On a regular visit the dispatch fee is $119 and a standard diagnostic is $72, and nothing is repaired until you approve a written price.
Our office is open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, and we offer same-day service when possible. If your heat pump quits overnight, call us and use emergency heat until we arrive.
When a Redmond heat pump needs repair
Most heat pump failures start small. These are the warning signs Redmond homeowners describe to us most often:
- The vents blow cool air in heat mode for more than a few minutes.
- A thick layer of ice stays on the outdoor unit after it defrosts.
- The aux heat light stays on, and the PSE bill climbs with no change in use.
- The outdoor unit does not start even though the thermostat is calling.
- New noises: humming from a ductless head, grinding from a fan, or a loud bang at startup.
- The breaker trips more than once.
- A ductless head drips water or flashes a light code.
Safe checks before you call
- Set the thermostat to heat, raise the setpoint a few degrees and check the batteries.
- Look at the breaker and the outdoor disconnect. Reset once only.
- Change a dirty filter.
- Clear fir needles, leaves and snow from the outdoor coil, and give an iced unit time to finish defrosting. Never chip the ice.
For more detail, see our heat pump repair across Seattle-Tacoma page.
Heat pump problems we fix in Redmond
Redmond has a wide mix of homes, from older houses on Education Hill to newer homes and townhomes near Downtown and Overlake, and many use heat pumps, ductless systems or a heat pump paired with a PSE gas furnace. Evergreen debris on outdoor coils and long, damp heating seasons are part of the job here.
| Problem | What usually causes it | What we do |
|---|---|---|
| Outdoor unit will not start | Failed capacitor, contactor or outdoor control board | Trace the low-voltage signal and test each part before replacing anything |
| Ice that will not clear | Defrost board or sensor, low airflow, low refrigerant | Check the defrost cycle, coil and refrigerant charge |
| Cool air in heat mode | Reversing valve, refrigerant leak, thermostat settings | Test the valve and pressures; find and repair leaks |
| Ductless head noise or leak | Indoor fan motor bearings, clogged or unlevel drain | Inspect the blower and drain; order warranty parts when covered |
Ductless and mini-split repair in Redmond
We repair single and multi-head ductless systems, from a head that hums or drips to a system that will not respond. Home Comfort Alliance is a Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Dealer and services all major brands.
Dual-fuel systems with a gas furnace
A dual-fuel system lets the furnace heat the house while the heat pump side is down. We repair the outdoor unit, defrost controls, reversing valve and refrigerant side here; for the furnace side, see furnace repair in Redmond.
After-hours emergency heat pump repair in Redmond
Heat pumps tend to fail on the coldest nights, and we answer the phone when they do. We offer after-hours emergency HVAC service in Redmond, with a $330 after-hours dispatch fee stated up front. Call right away for no heat in freezing weather, a burning smell, or a breaker that will not stay on.
Until we arrive, switch the thermostat to emergency heat and keep pets and children away from an iced or noisy outdoor unit. More steps are on our after-hours emergency heat pump repair page.
Should you repair or replace your heat pump?
For a reliable system with one failed part, repair is usually the right call. These point toward replacement:
- A failed compressor or outdoor coil on an older unit.
- An R-22 system, since that refrigerant is no longer made.
- Age times repair cost above $5,000 (the $5,000 rule).
- Repeat repairs, or backup heat running most of the winter.
Repairs are not eligible for rebates. Replacements in Redmond may be: PSE, which supplies electricity and gas here, offers $1,500 to upgrade an out-of-warranty ducted heat pump to a qualifying cold-climate model, $1,500 to convert electric resistance heat, and $1,500 to add a heat pump to a PSE gas furnace, each with a $2,400 income-based Efficiency Boost. Inside Redmond city limits, Energy Smart Eastside adds a $1,000 instant rebate when a heat pump replaces a furnace or electric resistance heat, with an income-qualified bonus for a total of up to $6,000. Amounts read October 2026. We are a PSE Trade Ally and handle the PSE rebate paperwork.
Replacement estimates are free, and our instant quote gives a price range in about 30 seconds. Learn more about heat pump installation in Redmond or our heat pump cost guide. A replacement inside city limits needs a City of Redmond mechanical permit through the Redmond ePermitting Service; Redmond addresses in unincorporated King County are permitted by King County. We pull the permit either way.
How much does heat pump repair cost in Redmond?
A Redmond heat pump repair starts with a $119 dispatch fee and a $72 standard diagnostic; the total depends on what failed. You see the written price before we start. For a regional benchmark, Angi puts most Seattle-area heat pump repairs at $220 to $2,220 (regional estimate, updated May 2026).
Our Redmond heat pump repair prices
| Charge | Home Comfort Alliance price |
|---|---|
| Dispatch (trip) fee | $119 |
| Standard diagnostic | $72 |
| Deeper diagnostic (intermittent or multi-part faults) | $130 |
| After-hours dispatch fee (evenings, weekends, holidays; replaces the $119) | $330 |
| Thermostat replacement | $299 to $1,840 |
| Heat pump tune-up | $230 ($180 for Home Comfort Club members) |
Fees are listed separately and are not added together. Updated October 2026.
For prices by part and ducted vs ductless repairs, see our heat pump repair cost guide.
What common repairs cost
| Common heat pump repair | National estimate |
|---|---|
| Capacitor or contactor | $120 to $400 |
| Outdoor or indoor fan motor | $200 to $700 |
| Defrost or main control board | $150 to $700 |
| Reversing valve | $200 to $650 |
| Refrigerant leak repair and recharge | $300 to $1,200 |
| Compressor | $650 to $2,400 |
National estimate from Angi (updated October 2026). These are not Home Comfort Alliance prices; your technician gives you a written price for your system.
Current offers: $50 off emergency no-heat calls and 10% off a heat pump tune-up (special offers). A larger repair can be financed through Salal Credit Union or Synchrony, with plans from $179/month* and 0% interest options for qualifying customers (financing). Home Comfort Club members (from $15 a month) get priority scheduling, discounted repair rates and a $180 heat pump tune-up (membership plans).
*Financing through Salal Credit Union or Synchrony, subject to credit approval. Rates, terms and monthly payments depend on the amount financed, the plan and your credit. 0% interest options are available to qualifying customers. See lender for full terms.
Book a heat pump repairYou approve a written, upfront price before any work begins.
How a Redmond heat pump repair visit works
Here is what to expect when a technician from our Redmond branch arrives.
- Call or book online. Our phones are answered 24/7, and we confirm an arrival window.
- Diagnose. A NATE-certified technician checks heating and cooling modes, refrigerant pressures, electrical parts, the defrost cycle, backup heat and airflow.
- Upfront price. You get a written price, and repair-or-replace advice when it applies, before any work begins.
- Repair. Most common parts are on the van, so many repairs finish on the first visit.
- Test and review. We run a full heating cycle, including a defrost check, and walk you through what we found.
A recent Redmond heat pump repair
In September a Redmond homeowner called because the thermostat was calling but the heat pump's outdoor unit never started, and there was no error code. Our technician traced the low-voltage control signal: it reached the outdoor control board but never left it for the contactor, so the board had failed. The home has a dual-fuel system, so the family ran the gas furnace on emergency heat while the part came in. On the return visit he installed a new outdoor control board, which was out of warranty, and tested the system through a full cycle.
From our September 2026 service records. Photo: our technician testing a ducted outdoor unit.
What you get with Home Comfort Alliance
- An upfront, written price from a NATE-certified technician before any work begins.
- After-hours emergency HVAC service in Redmond.
- Licensed, bonded and insured in Washington: Contractor Reg. #HOMECCA785BD and Electrical Contractor Lic. #HOMECCA782DC.
- Service on all major brands. We are a Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Dealer, a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and a Lennox Premier Dealer.
- Manufacturer parts warranty support, and extended labor coverage on new systems we install for Home Comfort Club members, for as long as they subscribe, up to 5 years from installation.
- Best Pick 2025 and 2026, a TrustAnalytica Top 10 HVAC Contractor in Redmond for 2026, ACCA member, and BBB Accredited since 2002.
- A local team, locally owned since 1977, and an approved Energy Smart Eastside contractor.
Where we repair heat pumps in Redmond
Technicians from our Redmond branch repair heat pumps in Education Hill, Overlake, Grass Lawn, Idylwood, Willows/Rose Hill, Bear Creek, Downtown, Southeast Redmond, North Redmond and the Sammamish Valley. We also serve nearby Kirkland, Bellevue, Woodinville, Sammamish and Bothell. See our Redmond branch page for every service we offer in the city.
Redmond heat pump repair FAQ
How much does heat pump repair cost in Redmond?
Our dispatch fee is $119 and a standard diagnostic is $72; a deeper diagnostic is $130. You get a written price for the repair before any work begins. As a regional estimate, most Seattle-area heat pump repairs cost $220 to $2,220 (Angi, May 2026).
Is there a charge to come out?
Yes. The $119 dispatch fee and the $72 standard diagnostic are separate charges, and after hours the dispatch fee is $330 instead of $119. Estimates for a replacement are free.
Do you offer after-hours emergency heat pump repair in Redmond?
Yes. We offer after-hours emergency HVAC service in Redmond, with a $330 after-hours dispatch fee. Our office is open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
Why is my heat pump blowing cold air?
A heat pump blows cooler air than a furnace, and it blows cool air for a short time during a defrost cycle. If it stays cold, check the thermostat mode, the breaker and the filter, then call us to test the reversing valve and refrigerant.
Why is my outdoor unit covered in ice?
Light frost is normal and should clear during defrost. A thick block of ice that stays usually means a defrost control, airflow or refrigerant fault. Do not chip it; switch to emergency heat and call us.
My outdoor unit will not turn on. What could it be?
Common causes are a tripped breaker or disconnect, a failed capacitor or contactor, or a failed outdoor control board. A technician tests the control signal and each part before replacing anything.
Do you repair ductless mini-splits?
Yes. We repair single and multi-head ductless systems. We are a Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Dealer and service all major brands, and we order warranty parts when your system is still covered.
Who fixes a dual-fuel system with a gas furnace?
We do both sides. Our technicians repair the heat pump and the gas furnace, and on a dual-fuel system the furnace can keep the house warm while a heat pump part is on order.
Should I repair or replace my heat pump?
Multiply the age of the unit by the repair cost. If the result is over $5,000, replacement is often the better value. A failed compressor or an R-22 system also points to replacement. We give free estimates on replacements.
What rebates are available if I replace my heat pump in Redmond?
Repairs do not qualify. For a replacement, PSE offers $1,500 to upgrade an out-of-warranty ducted heat pump to a qualifying cold-climate model, plus a $2,400 income-based Efficiency Boost. Homes inside Redmond city limits switching from a furnace or electric heat may also get a $1,000 Energy Smart Eastside instant rebate. Amounts read October 2026.
Do I need a permit to replace a heat pump in Redmond?
Yes. Inside city limits the City of Redmond issues the mechanical permit; Redmond addresses in unincorporated King County get it from King County. We pull the permit on every installation.
Are your technicians licensed?
Yes. Our technicians are NATE-certified, and we are licensed, bonded and insured in Washington: Contractor Reg. #HOMECCA785BD and Electrical Contractor Lic. #HOMECCA782DC.
Sources (checked October 10, 2026): Angi, Seattle HVAC repair cost (May 2026); Angi, heat pump repair cost (Oct 2026); PSE, heat pump to heat pump upgrade; PSE, electric resistance conversion; PSE, hybrid heat pump; Energy Smart Eastside; City of Redmond, permits; King County Permitting.
Why Choose Home Comfort Alliance in Redmond?
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Book a heat pump repair in Redmond
Tell us what your heat pump is doing. A heating technician from our Redmond branch will diagnose it and give you a written, upfront price before any work begins.
Request heat pump repair
Our team will call you to set up your visit. For a heat pump that stops after hours, call (425) 645-0404.