With the cold and snowy winters in Staunton, you need a reliable heating option to keep your home warm and cozy. While considering the various heating choices All-Temp offers, we encourage homeowners to evaluate heat pumps. Heat pumps are a versatile and efficient heating option for Staunton, Virginia and surrounding area climates.
What Is A Heat Pump?
Many think heat pumps are exclusively for heating your home in the winter due to “heat” in the name. However, a heat pump serves as a heating and cooling device for your home. Heat pumps do not create heat, but transfer warm air in both warm and cool climates. Although winter air is cold, there is still heat energy in the air. A heat pump takes heat from outside and transfers it into your home. In the summer, a heat pump removes warm air from your home and transfers it outside. The heating and cooling unit is installed outside your home and air is typically blown through ductwork.
What Are The Benefits Of A Heat Pump?
There are a few advantages that make heat pumps a good heating and cooling option, which are listed below:
- Doubles as heating and cooling device
- Energy Efficient
- Quiet operation
- Better Safety
Energy Efficient
Heat pumps operate similarly to an air conditioner in reverse. The device removes heat from outside and transfers it inside your home. Due to heat pumps simply transferring heat rather than producing, the pump system uses significantly less energy than alternative heating options. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, newer models of heat pumps can reduce your heating costs by approximately 50% compared to electric resistance heating. Heat pumps also serve as a dehumidifier during the summer months.
Quiet Operation
Heat pumps are generally quieter when compared to traditional HVAC units. The pump system is located outside, which limits operating noises inside your home.
Better Safety
Heat pumps are safer than combustion based heating systems. They are safer to operate due to only requiring electricity to operate, rather than relying on fuel to transfer heat.
Heat Pump Maintenance
Most heating and cooling devices require maintenance each year. Heat pumps should be serviced once a year to ensure high efficiency and reliability. Preventative maintenance allows your All-Temp technician to catch any issues before a breakdown in the middle of winter or summer.
Heat pump maintenance includes:
- Duct inspection
- Clean/replace air filter
- Coil inspection
- Check for refrigerant leaks
- Verify adequate airflow
- Check thermostat connection
Heat Pump Repair
We have you covered if you are in need of heat pump repair. Your heat pump will likely show warning signs before breaking down. Pay attention to the following signs:
- Strange Noises. Your heat pump should be a generally quiet device. If you hear constant noise it could indicate there is a broken or loose part.
- Old Age. On average, heat pumps last about 15 years. If your heat pump is approaching or older than 15, consider replacement due to rising repair and efficiency costs.
- High Energy Bills. If you notice your energy bills have skyrocketed, it could be due to your heat pump not operating efficiently because of a needed repair.
- Reduced Heating or Cooling. Your heat pump may reduce warm or cold airflow, which is likely due to the compressor or a refrigerant leak.
At All-Temp, we are able to provide heat pump maintenance, installation, and repair to keep your home comfortable. We can be there for you in your time of need to ensure you and your family’s comfort all year long.
