Think of a heat pump as an air conditioner that can run in reverse. In summer it pulls heat out of your home; in winter a reversing valve flips the refrigerant flow, and the same compressor draws heat from the outdoor air and brings it inside. Because it moves heat instead of creating it, a heat pump can deliver two to three times more heat energy than the electricity it uses, which is a big reason homeowners in Lakeland, FL are making the switch as older systems wear out. Today's cold-climate models, built around variable-speed inverter compressors, keep producing useful heat well below freezing, far beyond the heat pumps of twenty years ago.
The repairs homeowners call us about most are AC Repair and Furnace Repair. That's the place to start if you need a fix today.
Warning Signs for Heat Pump Installation
Recognizing the warning signs early can save you time and money. Keep an eye out for the following clues:
- Solar on the roof, or plans for it, and a goal of going all-electric
- Your existing equipment needs refrigerant recharges or big repairs to keep running
- You want quieter, more consistent comfort than your current system delivers
- You want one system, one outdoor unit, and one maintenance schedule
- An aging AC and furnace you would rather replace with a single system
- Local utility rebates make a heat pump switch more affordable
- Your current system leaves rooms too warm in summer and too cool in winter
- You heat with electric resistance, propane, or oil and the bills show it
Early Action Saves Money
Most HVAC failures start small, a weak capacitor, a squealing blower, a system that runs a little longer each week. Call (863) 201-4329 at the first sign of trouble.
