If you’re looking for a way to heat your home efficiently during winter, a heat pump could be the perfect solution. These devices have multiple benefits, and they can easily be installed by a heating contractor. The following guide will help you to decide if this option is right for you. 

What Are Heat Pumps?

A heat pump takes heat from outside your home and brings it inside. Even though outdoor air feels cold in winter, there is still natural heat that can be used to warm your property. The device uses refrigerant to absorb and release heat, and an electronic mechanism moves the refrigerant through the system. 

A heating contractor should inspect the system once a year to check for dirt and debris obstructions in blowers, ducts, and filters. They will also confirm that there is adequate airflow across the coils, which are surfaces that heat is transferred to.

What Types Are There?

These products have different variations that either take heat from the air, the ground, or from water. Air-source devices are widely used in areas with moderate climates where there is sufficient heat to take from the air, but the technology has advanced enough that they can now also be used in places that have long periods with temperatures below freezing. Ductless versions are available for homes without ducts. 

Geothermal pumps that draw heat from the ground or water are even efficient in cold areas because there is always heat that’s compacted underground. This is because vegetation and soil absorb sunlight and store it for energy to grow and distribute nutrients. 

What Are Their Benefits?

Since these pumps draw on natural heat, they don’t need to generate extra energy to create warmth. This means operating costs are low, and the devices can use 75 percent less energy than other HVAC systems, which is good for the environment and reducing your heating costs. 

Heat pumps are versatile and can be used for air conditioning in summer because the systems are reversible so that the refrigerant absorbs warm air from your home, transferring the heat outside. You can easily make this change by adjusting the settings on your thermostat.

If you want to switch to a heat pump system or you require maintenance, contact H & N Plumbing, Heating & Electrical in Fennimore, WI. This family-owned and -operated company was founded in 1958, and their licensed technicians offer a wide range of services, including 24/7 emergency response. Call (888) 822-3258 to arrange a free estimate or visit their website for more information.