Heat Pumps

A heat pump is a high-end solution for both heating and cooling, ensuring comfort throughout the year. It keeps your home cool during hot summer days and provides warmth to keep your house cozy on chilly fall and spring days.

Heat pumps work efficiently by transferring heat, much like a refrigerator, making them an energy-smart choice for indoor comfort. There are two main types: air-source heat pumps, which draw heat from the air, and ground-source heat pumps, which extract heat from the ground.

A hybrid heating system combines a heat pump and a furnace to efficiently heat your home. The heat pump handles heating during mild temperatures, but when it gets too cold for the heat pump to operate efficiently, the system automatically switches to the furnace for reliable warmth. This smart transition ensures optimal comfort while maximizing energy savings.

Depending on the equipment, your heat pump can operate down to between. -25c and -30c.
They can work to these temps, but the colder it is outside, the harder it is for the heat pump to warm the home. The amount of heat a heat pump can emit decreases with the lowering temps outside.

Heat Pumps looks just like an AC. However, they have some internal differences.

The heat pump must be installed on a stand to raise it off the ground, and this space allows the heat pump to shed any ice it may accumulate when it is colder outside. Some additional requirements include programming the point at which you want your heat pump to switch over to your backup heating system.

Yes and no. It depends on your primary motivation for considering a heat pump. If your main goal is to save money, the price of natural gas compared to electricity in your area will play a significant role in your decision. Heat pumps tend to be more efficient and cost-effective in regions where electricity is cheaper than natural gas. However, if you're focused on reducing your carbon footprint and choosing a more sustainable heating and cooling solution, the price of natural gas may not be the only factor influencing your choice.

Be sure to look for government rebates for your area.

Heat Pumps vs. Air Conditioning Units

An air conditioner only provides cooling, whereas a heat pump is a highend cooling and heating solution. This dual functionality makes heat pumps a more versatile and energy-efficient option, providing year-round comfort by switching between heating and cooling modes as needed.

Heat Pumps vs. Furnaces

A heat pump can replace a traditional furnace by providing efficient heating through either a cold-climate system or a standard heat pump with electric resistance backup heat. It can also work alongside an existing furnace in a hybrid system. In this configuration, the heat pump handles the heating needs until a certain outdoor temperature, after which the furnace kicks in to provide supplemental warmth. Heat pumps are also more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly, helping reduce your home’s carbon footprint.