Heat pumps work to both heat and cool your home so they can be used as your complete heating and cooling system. Rather than generating heat by burning fuel as a gas furnace does, a heat pump simply transfers heat into your home. These systems can also cool your home, eliminating the need for an air conditioner as well. One unit can do it all, which makes them a very efficient choice.

Heat pumps come with a ton of flexibility for your home’s needs. If you’re looking to bring some climate control to a shed, sunroom, or other detached space that doesn’t have an existing duct system, you can install a mini split heat pump. If you want a long lasting and incredibly energy efficient you can consider a geothermal system. Air source heat pump systems can also be installed into an existing central air handler system just like an air conditioner.

Since they run on electricity and do not create any direct emissions, heat pumps are cutting edge technology. While heat pump installation cost is a significant investment, installing air source heat pumps, ductless mini-split heat pumps, or geothermal heat pumps in your home becomes a wise investment over time. They are less expensive to run, saving you money on your utility bills for years to come.

There are three types of heat pumps: air source heat pumps, ductless mini split, and geothermal heat pumps. All of these systems use both indoor and outdoor units but ductless mini split installation is popular for specific applications where you do not have existing ductwork. Geothermal systems harness the energy stored in the ground around your home. The most popular heat pump installation option in Middletown, Ohio and the surrounding areas is air source heat pumps. These appliances look similar to a conventional air conditioner but only require electricity to operate. Heat pumps work with your existing ductwork and offer a range of great benefits to consider.

Highly Efficient

Since a heat pump system installation provides both hot and cool air to your home by transferring heat from one space to another, it is an incredibly efficient HVAC system. Compared to conventional heating and cooling systems heat pumps significantly reduce wasted energy. Installing a heat pump with Robinson Heating & Air Conditioning assures all ductwork is sealed, vents are adjusted and your thermostat is calibrated to save money every month on your reduced energy costs.

Environmentally-Friendly HVAC System

Heat pumps use pressure in refrigerant lines to transfer heat from the outdoor unit to indoor units. These systems require electricity rather than fuel combustion. The lack of direct emissions means heat pump installation reduces your carbon footprint. You won’t burn any fossil fuels heating your home. As an added bonus you won’t have to worry about gas leaks and exhaust fumes anymore.

Better Indoor Air Quality

Modern heat pumps tend to provide better indoor air quality than traditional heating and cooling systems like a furnace and central air conditioning. Air handlers inside your home feature filters to capture dust and debris. Because heat energy is transferred through refrigerant lines to the indoor units, relative humidity in your home is more stable with heat pump installation than conventional gas furnaces.

If you currently have a heat pump system, but you’ve noticed that it’s not performing well, you may need heat pump repairs or even replacement services. Robinson Heating & Air Conditioning can help you shop for a new heat pump that can thoroughly heat or cool your home. If you’ve noticed any of the following, you might want to start considering purchasing a new heat pump.

• Your System is over 10 years old. Heat Pumps tend to last 10-15 years. If yours is getting up there in age, and you’ve had a lot of other issues with it, replacement should be on your mind.

• You’ve had frequent repairs. Needing a repair now and again for your heat pump isn’t unheard of, but if you’ve been calling for repairs multiple times a season, it could be a sign that your heat pump is on its last legs.

• Energy bills are rising. Regular heat pump tune-ups twice a year can help improve the efficiency of your system. However, over time your system will become less efficient. If repairs and maintenance haven’t helped lower your electricity bills, then a new unit might be the best solution.
• Loud Noises. Heat pumps are generally quiet when they operate, but if you’re hearing loud banging, grinding, or screeching when combined with any of the other issues, it might be time to replace your heat pump.