Tips: Heat Pumps
Heat pumps are the most efficient form of electric heating in moderate climates, providing up to three times more heat than the energy they use. A heat pump can reduce your electricity use for heating by 30%-40% compared to electric resistance heating such as furnaces and baseboard heaters.A heat pump does double duty as a central air conditioner by collecting the heat inside your house and pumping it outside.
There are three types of heat pumps: air-to-air, water source, and geothermal. They collect heat from the air, water, or ground outside your home and concentrate it for use inside.
Geothermal (or ground source) heat pumps have some major advantages. They can reduce energy use by 30%-60%, control humidity, are sturdy and reliable, and fit in a wide variety of homes.
Heat Pump Tips
- Do not set back the heat pump's thermostat manually if it causes the electric-resistance heating to come on. This type of heating, which is often used as a backup to the heat pump, is more expensive.
- Install or have a professional install a programmable thermostat with multistage functions suitable for a heat pump.
- Clean or change filters once a month or as needed, and maintain the system according to manufacturer's instructions.
Long-Term Savings Tip
- If you heat your home with electricity and live in a moderate climate, consider an energy-efficient heat pump system to reduce your energy consumption.
These tips are kinda helpful before hiring a technician to keep in mind. The longevity of the heat pump is must. Heating and Cooling Oakville
ReplyDeleteHaving the best heat pump system for your home makes all the difference in how comfortable your home is, how much money you spend on energy bills and how hassle free your system is. The wrong choice could leave you saddled with never-ending headaches and ever-high bills.
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