Because they support comfort and health, HVAC systems are indispensable in the modern world. One of the most innovative and sustainable heating and cooling methods is a heat pump, although this type of unit has only recently started rising in popularity. If you’ve considered replacing your furnace, a heat pump might make the difference you want.

How Heat Pumps Work

Although the name is a little misleading, heat pumps actually handle both heating and air conditioning. This is because they don’t produce hot or cold air but use electricity to transfer heat from one place to another.

If you want to warm up your home, they extract heat from the ground or surrounding air, pushing it inside. They can even do this in freezing temperatures—though not as efficiently—since heat is always present to some degree. To cool your home, the pump draws the heat from inside and deposits it outside.

Benefits of Heat Pumps

Since they use electricity and can perform both heating and cooling, heat pumps can quickly start saving you money on your energy bill every month. You can also incorporate them with a gas furnace if you already have one. They’re highly efficient, capable of producing the results you demand with greater speed and less energy. That’s also what makes them more environmentally friendly than many other HVAC options.

Many of the most modern models of heat pumps also boast programmable thermostats that you can set up to automatically regulate your home’s temperature for up to seven days at a time. Some even connect to Wi-Fi so that you can control them remotely with a smart device. They’re fast, efficient, convenient, and eco-friendly.

To find out whether a heat pump is viable for your home, ask an HVAC contractor from Hometown Heating for professional assistance. Based in Claridon, OH, they’ve accumulated more than 40 years of experience repairing, maintaining, and installing HVAC units—including heat pumps. They combine high-quality services with affordable pricing, no matter the size or needs of your home, and your satisfaction is their top priority. Schedule a visit by calling (440) 286-6351, and explore their services online.