Heat Pumps
Able Heating & Air is experienced in the service, repair, and installation of heat pumps in Culpeper, VA, and its surrounding area. A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from indoors to outdoors or from outdoors to indoors. For homes with no access to natural gas, heat pumps offer an efficient and reliable solution for heating and cooling.
How Do Heat Pumps Work?
In the winter, a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer, the process reverses, and it will remove heat from your home and transfer it outside like an air conditioner. Heat pumps do this so well that many people in warmer climates exclusively rely on a heat pump for year-round comfort. For those living in colder climates, they use electric-powered heat pumps in conjunction with their gas or oil furnace resulting in lower heating costs.
Heat pumps work with a series of coils drawing energy from air, water, or the ground. In this way, they are very environmentally friendly and are the most energy-efficient way to heat and cool your home. Heat pumps also work extremely efficiently, because they simply transfer heat, rather than burn fuel to create it. This makes them a greener alternative to traditional gas or oil furnaces. Though you may think you’re unfamiliar with them, they traditionally heat swimming pools and hot tubs, so you most likely have come in contact with them and not even known it.
Different Types of Heat Pumps
There are three types of heat pumps: air-to-air, water source, and geothermal. As mentioned above, they collect their heat from the air, water, and outside-your-home ground and concentrate it for use. Call Able Heating & Air to discuss the basic differences between these types and which one would work best for you and your home.
Are Heat Pumps Expensive?
Installation costs of heat pumps are higher than with a traditional furnace or air conditioner, but the savings over time in annual energy costs make up for the difference in five to ten years. Performing proper operation and maintenance of your heat pump will also save you money, as you’ll use less energy, thus resulting in less cost. Be sure to ask your HVAC professional for the proper thermostat setting and the indoor pump’s fan operation. Not following the recommended guidelines can inhibit the maximized running of the pump and can degrade the unit itself. Regular maintenance can prevent degradation as well. Consistent filter changing or cleaning is necessary for a well-running heat pump. Seasonal cleaning of coils and fans go a long way in preventing poor energy efficiency that can end up costing you more money. The energy difference between a well-maintained system and a neglected one can be anywhere from 10 to 25 percent.
To determine the appropriate type of heat pump for you, which can be contingent upon the geography and climate around your Culpeper, VA or surrounding-area home or office space, or to discuss any of these topics, call us today at 540-718-7556 or request service online for an evaluation.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Locust Grove, VA 22508
“Mike was on time, did an excellent job even tho it was very hot in the crawl space. He was personable and at the end asked if there was any thing I didn’t understand and I appreciate the need to help. He was here to do my winter maintenance and I hope he can be my regular person. Ihave him a 5 rating because he was so professional.”
– Barbara B.
Heat Pump Replacement in Locust Grove, VA 22508
“Absolutely fantastic job. My old unit went out a week prior and Greg and his team got me back in the lovely ac before the heat wave hit. Then Jason was the tech that did my install and what a professional he is. Even with my dogs barking at him occasionally he did an exceptional job. I highly recommend this company. Thank you guys so much.”
– Matt K.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Madison, VA 22709
“Riley was very professional, helpful, and very polite while performing his maintenance checks.”
– Carol B.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Culpeper, VA 22701
“On time, knowledgeable, and courteous. Willing to explain what needs to be done and the benefits of having a maintenance plan in place.”
– Melanie P.
Heat Pump Repair in Boston, VA 22713
“Michael was able to diagnose the problem and correct it. System is now running perfectly.”
– Rick L.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Culpeper, VA 22701
“Liam and his partner/trainee (I’m sorry but I can’t recall her name) did a great job. They were representative of the care and personal treatment that Able always provides. Cudos to them both. Great experience as usual. Thanks so much.”
– John G.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Sumerduck, VA 22742
“On time, courteous, & professional.”
– Lynne B.
Heat Pump Repair in Culpeper, VA 22701
“As usual, they are wonderful to deal with, great and fast service!”
– Gary H.
Heat Pump Repair in Castleton, VA 22716
“My technician was kind and courteous. He called to let me know when he would arrive. He diagnosed and fixed the problem quickly. I highly recommend this company for your heating and air needs. Everyone I dealt with was wonderful.
Thank you.”
– Kelly B.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Orange, VA 22960
“Liam was very pleasant to work with. He is very thorough and takes the time to answer questions and explain in detail. It is evident he cares for the system as if it were his own, and I appreciate that.”
– Jeffrey P.
Able Heating & Air proudly provides HVAC service to Culpeper, Locust Grove, Spotsylvania, Boston, Madison, Orange, Reva, Rixeyville, Warrenton, and the surrounding communities. Visit our service area page for more coverage details, call us at 540-718-7556, or request service online today.