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 Albany, NY 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.
Most of our service calls are for AC Repair and Furnace Repair. Start there if your system isn't running right.
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:
- Your AC and furnace are both aging and you would rather replace once, not twice
- You want quieter, more consistent comfort than your current system delivers
- Your utility offers rebates that favor heat pump conversions
- You want one system, one outdoor unit, and one maintenance schedule
- Uneven temperatures year-round with the equipment you have now
- You are moving toward an all-electric home or adding solar panels
- You heat with electric resistance, propane, or oil and the bills show it
- An older system that only survives on refrigerant top-offs and major repairs
Don't Wait for a Total Failure
Left unchecked, even a small fault or temperature swing often signals a system working its way toward a breakdown. Call (518) 201-6185 at the first sign of trouble.
