Heat Homes Easier– and Cheaper– with Heat Pumps
During the holidays, one of the things always in the back of a homeowner’s mind is the budget. Not only do the holidays cost more with gifting traditions and hosting celebrations, but heating bills also rise dramatically. Luckily, heating bills can be controlled to take a little stress off of the budget during the colder months.
Investing in heat pump technology is the best way to lower heating costs. Heat pump systems are designed to fit every home and offer a great way to keep the house comfortable without breaking the bank. Here is some helpful information to get homeowners familiar with heat pumps.
How Does Heat Pump Technology Work?
Heat pumps work by reversing the cycle of air conditioners. In air conditioners, the hot refrigerant is pumped outdoors to expel heat into the environment. For heat pump heaters, the process is reversed to pump that heat indoors.
Heat pumps need a stable medium to help regulate the temperature of the refrigerant and, by extension, the home. Due to this, several types of heat pumps correspond to the stable media they use to regulate temperatures. The most common options are:
- Air source heat pumps
- Water source heat pumps
- Ground source heat pumps (geothermal heat pumps)
Ductless Heating Benefits
One of the most exciting applications of heat pump technology is in devices called ductless mini splits. Mini split heat pumps offer ductless heat to spaces that previously couldn’t heat efficiently. Some of the benefits of this exciting innovation are:
- Retrofit Climate Control: Mini-splits are a cheap option for retrofitting spaces where heaters were never installed. With a few small holes leading to an exterior wall and a mounted fan unit, areas like finished garages or shops can have ductless heat in as little as a day.
- Renovation Options: One of the big problems with home renovations or additions is the additional load that is placed on the heating system. This can compromise the comfort of the whole home since the current heating system wasn’t designed to keep up with the larger spaces. Ductless mini split heaters quickly solve this problem at a lower cost than installing more central heating.
- Home Updates: Older homes with no existing ductwork or homes with crumbling and outdated ductwork are perfect candidates for ductless heating. With almost no interruption in the day-to-day life of a family, the house can quickly be updated for easy comfort.
The Cost-Saving Power of Heat Pumps
Perhaps the biggest benefit of heat pumps is the monthly savings on utility bills. Heat pumps are vastly more efficient than furnaces and can dramatically lower heating bills by reducing fossil fuel usage. As a bonus, this makes them more eco-friendly too.
In addition to lowering energy bills, heat pumps also are more reliable. Since heat pumps use the same equipment all year long for both heating and cooling, the equipment does not sit idle for a season. As a result, there is a smaller chance of problems from sitting without use, and repair bills are reduced.
About Skovron Mechanical Services LLC.
Skovron Mechanical Services LLC. has over 15 years of experience serving Manchester, NH, and the surrounding areas. They provide honest pricing, financing, and 24/7 emergency assistance. Call them today for heat pump services in Manchester, NH.
