Service call for Heat Pump system not operating properly.

This picture of a Rheem outdoor condenser with outside panel removed to allow cleaning of the condenser was located close to a dryer vent. You should always try to keep the dryer vent location away from the outdoor condenser unit. The outdoor condenser is recycling the outdoor air and the lint from the dryer is being picked up and trapped on the condenser. If your unit is located next to a dryer vent you should have your service company check and clean if necessary so the efficiency of your unit is not compromised causing higher utility bills and will shorten the life of your unit. also Also note the pad installation supporting the condenser unit.