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Heatpump

Air Conditioning · 121232

Last checked November 4, 2026 (passed).

A check of heat pumps and air conditioning units, their filters and vents. A qualified technician should also service them every year. If anything marked as safety-critical fails, switch the unit off and report it.

Indoor unit

Filters are clean (clean them every one to three months)
Air can flow freely: vents are not blocked by furniture, curtains or stored items
No unusual noise, vibration, burning smell or musty smell
No water is leaking from the unit or its pipes, and the drain is clear

Outdoor unit

Outdoor unit is firmly fixed and its brackets are not rusted or loose
The area around the outdoor unit is clear of leaves, rubbish and plants
Electrical covers and pipe covers are in place with no exposed wiring

Controls and servicing

The electrical isolator switch is easy to reach and labelled, so it can be turned off in an emergency
The unit has been serviced by a qualified technician in the last 12 months
If the building has a Building Warrant of Fitness (BWOF), the air conditioning inspection is up to date (N/A if none)

Overall

It is safe to use today