Choosing how to heat and cool your home used to be simple. You had your furnace for heating and central AC for cooling. When it was time to replace one or both systems, you simply upgraded to a newer, more energy-efficient version of what you already had.
Considering that, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, heating and cooling make up approximately 53 percent of energy consumption in the average home, it’s no wonder that homeowners are always on the lookout for more energy-efficient and less costly ways to stay comfortable all year long. And an air source heat pump may just be the answer.
Read on as we dive into how air source heat pumps work and whether this technology is right for your heating and cooling needs.
What Is an Air Source Heat Pump?
An air source heat pump is an energy-efficient way to heat and cool a home. The system relies on electricity to power a compressor and transfer heat from one place to another, depending on where it’s needed. In the summer, a heat pump acts much like an air conditioner as it moves heat from indoors to the outside. In heating mode, it takes heat from the air, boosts it to a higher temperature, and transfers it indoors to keep you warm.
Benefits of Air Source Heat Pumps
Wondering why more and more homeowners are choosing air source heat pump systems for their home comfort needs? Here are just some of the key benefits:
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Energy-Efficiency
Heat pumps work by transferring heat instead of creating it. As a result, this reduces a household’s energy use, which in turn leads to lower monthly energy bills. And since heat pumps are two-in-one systems, you can realize cost savings year-round.
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Two Systems in One
One of the main benefits of heat pumps is that they provide both cooling and heating. As a two-in-one system a heat pump can save you from needing to purchase both an air conditioner and a furnace.
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Equipment Lifespan
Air source heat pumps typically last for 20 years or more with proper maintenance. A traditional furnace or AC system has an average lifespan of 10 to 15 years.
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Improved Indoor Air Quality
A heat pump system dehumidifies the air better than a conventional central air conditioner and can make the air in your home feel fresher and healthier thanks to its consistent circulation. The better the quality of the air inside your home, the less incidence of allergy and asthma symptoms, respiratory issues, colds, flus, and other ailments.
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Consistent Heating and Cooling
Traditional HVAC units sometimes generate uneven temperatures due to issues like incorrect sizing or a lack of maintenance. Heat pumps create a more comfortable setting due to their dual-purpose capabilities so you can expect temperatures catered to your comfort at all times.
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Quiet Operation
A quiet home environment can have a significant impact on your quality of life. Heat pumps tend to be quieter than traditional HVAC systems so you can immerse yourself in desirable temperatures without sacrificing peace and quiet.
When you’re in need of the reliable heating and cooling a heat pump system can provide for your home, contact Optimum Air Co. You can count on us to recommend, design, and install the home comfort system that gives you best of all worlds. Contact us today for a free in-home proposal and system proposal.