If you’re looking to replace an HVAC or install a new system, consider talking with an HVAC contractor about whether a heat pump is right for your home. These versatile appliances provide heat and AC, so they’re great for moderate climates. Below, learn more information on how they work and why many homeowners rely on heat pumps for year-round temperature control.

How Do Heat Pumps Function?

Air source heat pumps feature compressor pumps to move refrigerant, in liquid or gas states, from one coil to another. At the indoor coil, the material evaporates at low pressure and brings in heat from the environment. 

The refrigerant is compressed and moves to the coil in the outdoor unit. It then condenses into high pressure and releases the heat to cool the house. In winter, this process reverses to bring warm air into the home and move cool air outdoors. 

What Are the Benefits?

Air source heat pumps can reduce your HVAC electricity bills by 50 percent compared to baseboard heaters or electric resistance furnaces. There is no need to have an HVAC contractor install two new appliances like a furnace and an AC. Heat pumps do the job of both devices and dehumidify the home in humid summer months.

Many homeowners prefer these systems because they are safer than gas furnaces since they don’t pose a carbon monoxide risk. Heat pumps should receive yearly inspections to ensure they have high refrigerant levels and are running at peak efficiency, but they will also need a little maintenance in between appointments.

These systems are also better for the environment because they have lower carbon emissions compared to furnaces. The Natural Resources Defense Council noted that air source heat pumps could lower greenhouse emissions by up to 54 percent during their lifespans. These appliances can last from 15 to 50 years, and you may be eligible for rebates from the Nebraska Public Power District after installing one.

Homeowners interested in hiring an HVAC contractor to install a heat pump can turn to Wrightsman Plumbing Heating & Cooling Inc in Beatrice, NE. The company is family-owned and has been in business since 1971, offering installations, maintenance, and drain cleaning. Visit the website or call the HVAC contractors at (402) 228-3100 to learn about their experience with top brands like Rheem® and Culligan®.