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Charleston's dropping into the teens for multiple nights. Your heat pump wasn't built for multi-day freezes like this. We're already getting calls from Mount Pleasant to Summerville—frozen coils, struggling systems, homeowners making it worse. Here's the exact 60-minute checklist that keeps you warm while everyone else waits days for emergency service.

When your heat pump starts struggling through Charleston’s humidity, the big question hits: repair it or replace it? Age, efficiency, and repeat breakdowns are your three biggest clues. A quick fix makes sense for newer systems, but older units with rising bills and constant issues often cost you more in the long run. This guide breaks down what Charleston families sh