How Heat Pumps Work
Heat pumps move heat from one place to another using coils filled with refrigerant. In the winter, the coils in the outside unit act as an evaporator, and the coils in the inside unit act as a condenser. In the summer, these roles are reversed. Heat pumps can draw heat even from very cold air, so they can provide winter warmth in cities like Wauseon where temperatures often fall into the single digits.
The small amount of heat in outdoor air is transferred to the outside unit’s coils and then compressed to increase its temperature significantly. On sweltering summer days, hot air inside a house is transferred to the inside unit’s coils and sent to the outside unit. Heat pumps are more efficient than traditional HVAC appliances because they transfer cool or warm air instead of creating it.
Benefits of Installing a Heat Pump
The chief benefit of installing a heat pump is lower utility bills. Heat pumps are two to four times more energy efficient than traditional HVAC systems, so they can pay for themselves in just a few years in places like Wauseon that have hot summers and cold winters. Heat pumps allow homeowners to control the temperature in individual rooms, which lowers operating costs even further. Heat pumps also have small carbon footprints because they are efficient and do not burn fossil fuels, and they are much quieter than traditional heating systems.
Heat pumps are becoming a popular heating and cooling solution in Wauseon because:
- They cool and heat homes.
- They are energy efficient.
- They are quiet.
- They have small carbon footprints.
- They are easy to install.
- They provide zoned temperature control.
Expert Heat Pump Installation
The HVAC experts at Fraas Heating & Cooling can install can expertly install ducted, ductless and hybrid heat pump systems. That means our NATE-certified HVAC technicians can install an energy-efficient heat pump in your home even if you don’t have existing ductwork. When you contact us about installing a heat pump, we’ll work with you to design a system that is appropriate for your home’s layout and fits your budget.
Complete Heat Pump Repair & Maintenance
Heat pumps will run more efficiently and last longer if they are serviced on a regular basis. When our NATE-certified HVAC technicians perform a heat pump service, they clean or replace air filters, remove dirt and grime from outdoor coils and flush the condensate pan and drain. They also remove any leaves and other debris that could block the outdoor unit and restrict airflow. If your heat pump develops problems, Fraas Heating & Cooling will get it running again in no time. Our experienced technicians can work on ducted, ductless and hybrid heat pumps, and they carry parts that can be used to repair all popular makes and models.