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Heat pump stops a few minutes after starting?
The unit starts, runs briefly and shuts down — a classic protection lockout.
Call-out fee
R550
Fixed, quoted upfront
Repairs from
R1800
Approved before we start
Emergencies
24/7
No inflated after-hours rate
What usually causes this
- High-pressure switch tripping
- Restricted water flow
- Fan not running
- Overcharged system
How Reyds fixes it
We run the system on gauges to watch exactly where it locks out and correct the underlying fault.
- Fixed R550 call-out fee — quoted upfront, no surprises
- Most repairs from R1800, approved before we start
- 24/7 emergency response across Pretoria and Centurion
- Domestic, commercial and industrial heat pump specialists
- ITS, Alliance, Stiebel Eltron, Enerflow and GMC trained
- Every repair backed by our 6-month workmanship warranty
FAQs
Why is my heat pump stops after a few minutes?
The unit starts, runs briefly and shuts down — a classic protection lockout. The usual causes are: high-pressure switch tripping, restricted water flow, fan not running, overcharged system.
What will it cost to fix?
A fixed R550 call-out covers the diagnosis. Repairs start from R1800 and are quoted and approved before we start.
Is this urgent?
Yes — switch the unit off at the isolator and call us. We attend this fault 24/7 as a priority.
Can I fix it myself?
You can check the isolator, breaker and filter. Anything involving refrigerant or the electrical box is licensed work — call us instead.
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Get this sorted today
Call 069 268 0988. R550 call-out, repairs from R1800, 6-month workmanship warranty.