Heat pumps provide an efficient way to heat and cool a living space in Spring, TX. They use less energy to operate, providing both heating and cooling in a single system. Using less energy reduces greenhouse emissions. Qualifying heat pumps may be eligible for up to $2,000 in federal tax credits until 2032.
How Heat Pumps Work
Conventional heating and air conditioning systems work by using energy to generate heat or to cool a space. In contrast, heat pumps move heat from one place to another. They use the principles of refrigeration to remove heat from indoors in the summer and extract heat energy from outside and bring it indoors during the winter. A valve reverses the flow of refrigerant, changing the system from heating to cooling. There are several types of heat pumps:
- Air-source heat pumps extract heat from the air
- Geothermal systems extract heat from the earth
- Ductless mini-split air-source heat pumps provide heating and cooling for homes without ducts
Energy-Efficient Indoor Comfort
Heat pump systems work well for both heating and cooling in the greater Houston area. According to Energy Star, a heat pump produces up to three times more heat energy than it uses. Heat pumps provide better humidity control than standard HVAC systems. Variable-speed compressors and fans adjust according to cooling or heating needs, providing precise control over humidity and temperature.
Older heat pump technology often relied on backup heating, such as gas or electric resistance heating, when temperatures dipped below a set threshold. Although these heat pumps provided heat at lower temperatures, they lost efficiency as temperatures fell below approximately 30 degrees F. New technology has improved heat pump efficiency in cold weather, maintaining 100% capacity with outdoor temperatures of 5 degrees F or lower.
Accurate Heat Pump Installation
To ensure your new heat pump delivers the expected energy efficiency and comfort, contact the HVAC service experts at Hal Watson Air Conditioning Company of Spring, Texas. Our NATE-certified service technicians bring state-of-the-art skills and knowledge to your home or business for new installations, repairs and maintenance of all HVAC equipment.
We use industry standards for heat pump installations. In addition to manufacturer’s warranties, we back our installations with a two-year labor guarantee and a 90-day warranty on all our services.
For more information about a new heat pump installation or for repairs or maintenance of existing equipment, call the HVAC service experts at Hal Watson Air Conditioning Company today.