If your current HVAC system has run its course, it might be time to consider if a heat pump is right for you and your home. Heat pumps can produce both heating and cooling, keeping homeowners safe and comfortable all year long. Contact Advantage Heating & Air Conditioning today to schedule an appointment or to learn more about how a heat pump can provide your Columbus, IN home with year-round comfort.
A heat pump transfers heat between the air inside and outside of the home by cycling refrigerant through two coils; one that lives inside the home, and one that is outside the home.
While in heating mode, the heat pump absorbs thermal energy from the outside air into the outside coil. It then passes the air to the inside coil through heated refrigerant, releasing heat into the home.
When set to cooling mode, the heat pump reverses this cycle. The indoor coil absorbs heat from inside the home via the refrigerant, which it then pumps into an outside coil to diffuse the heat into the outside air. The air will then circulate back into the home to continue drawing heat from the indoor air.
When you switch from a traditional HVAC system to a heat pump, you’ll experience benefits including:
Heat pumps essentially act as both air conditioning systems and furnaces in one single unit. This is an excellent solution for households looking to save money on their energy bills and reduce their carbon footprint. While heat pumps are capable of providing heat during the winter, the coldest days of the year may require a secondary heating system to provide supplemental heat.
Heat pumps are highly regarded due to their overall efficiency. They require less power to operate than conventional HVAC systems. By replacing your current HVAC system with a heat pump, you can significantly cut down on your monthly energy bills.
Heat pumps are a great choice for homeowners that are looking to decrease their environmental footprint. Most conventional HVAC units use combustible fuel as a power source, releasing carbon emissions into the atmosphere. Heat pumps, on the other hand, run exclusively on electricity, so they do not produce carbon emissions and thus are a more environmentally friendly option to heat and cool your home.
The lifespan of a heat pump can vary depending on a variety of factors, such as the quality of the unit, how well it is maintained, and the level of usage. Generally, a well-maintained heat pump can provide reliable heating and cooling for 10-15 years.
At Advantage Heating & Air Conditioning, your trust is incredibly valuable to us. That’s why we provide honest communication throughout the entire heat pump installation process. We work with you to find the heat pump make and model that is best for you and your home.
From heat pump installations to repairs and maintenance, our team can do it all. Homeowners in Columbus, IN, and the surrounding areas have trusted Advantage Heating & Air Conditioning since 1997. Get in touch with us today to schedule heat pump installation services in the Columbus, IN area.