Taking a Closer Look at Heat Pumps
If you own your own home, you might think you need a heater and an air conditioner to keep it comfortable all year. However, if you want to keep your costs low all year, you might want to consider installing an air-source heat pump instead. Heat pumps are very useful because they can do both jobs, so you can have heat in the winter and cool in the summer.
So why would you put in a heat pump system? No matter what time of year it is, these gadgets are made to adjust to your needs and keep you comfortable in your own home. You can be comfortable all year and save money at the same time.
Heat Pumps Explained
When some people hear the word "heat pump," they think of warming up a home. It makes sense to think this, but a heat pump installation isn’t just for heating your home. A heat pump uses energy to move heat from one place in your home to another. This means your home will stay warm or cool, and your energy bills will decrease.
Heat pumps are a great option for traditional ways of cooling and heating homes with moderate needs. Whether you are using a ducted or ductless heat pump, you can save money on your energy bills all year long, but you will notice a difference in the winter if you rely on electricity to heat your home.
All heat pumps, including a mini split heat pump, move heat around instead of making it. During cold weather, this kind of unit takes heat from the outside air and moves it into the room to heat it. The process is turned around in the summer to cool the air inside.
What Are the Biggest Benefits of Installing Heat Pumps
Since all HVAC systems are expensive, it's good to know you've picked one that will last for a long time. Some of the biggest benefits of installing a heat pump inside your home are:
- Energy Efficient: Heat pumps use less energy than other heating and cooling systems because they move heat around instead of creating it.
- Cost Savings: Because these pumps use atmospheric air, they can cut energy bills significantly, which saves money in the long run.
- Versatility: They can heat and cool rooms, so you can use one system to control the temperature all year.
- Environmental friendliness: Because air-source heat pumps use less energy, they have a smaller effect on the environment and carbon footprint.
- Consistent Performance: These pumps keep the temperature inside comfortable by adapting their settings based on the outside temperatures.
Does Your Heat Pump Need to Be Repaired?
Since heat pumps are used to heat and cool your home almost all year, they will eventually break down from all the use. When you notice a problem, you can avoid high energy bills and big repair costs by calling a professional immediately. If you notice any of the following signs, there's a good chance you need heat pump repair:
- If the air from your vents is low or weak, you can experience a pressure imbalance. Whistling noises or drafty areas inside your home are another common sign of an imbalance.
- The air from your vents is cold when you are calling for heat or hot when you are calling for cooling.
- If your heat pump turns on and off more often than it used to, this is also known as short cycling.
About RupCoe Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
RupCoe Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning has been solving plumbing and heating problems for New Jersey homeowners since 1985. Jim Coyle and Thomas Ruperto combined their skills and knowledge to address all areas of HVAC and plumbing and train their technicians to do the same. Their technicians are available day or night and arrive on time and in a marked truck, so you know it's them showing up at your door. Call today for heat pump service needs in South Plainfield, NJ.
