The Benefits of Installing a Heat Pump in Your Home

As more and more people search for reliable, economical, and environmentally friendly ways to heat and cool their homes, one system is surging in popularity. The technology behind heat pumps has improved dramatically in recent years, and interest in this option has grown along with it. The response has been so positive that for the past two years, heat pump system sales have outpaced gas furnaces.At Simpson Sheet Metal, we've installed many residential heat pumps and understand why they're becoming so popular. Here are the facts about heat pumps and why they may work for your home.

HOW HEAT PUMPS WORK

The principle behind heat pumps is simple. They use the temperature outside your house to heat or cool the inside. You may know that an air conditioner cools your home by removing heat from the air. A heat pump uses that exact principle in two directions. In cold weather, it collects heat from outside to warm the home; in warm weather, it removes the heat from the house, delivering it back outside. Instead of generating heat, this system simply moves heat where you need it, keeping your home comfortable year-round. For many people, a heat pump offers benefits that aren't matched by traditional systems.

BENEFITS OF A HEAT PUMP

Although the idea may take some getting used to, this unique approach to climate control has significant advantages. Here are just a few:

• A single system does the work of both heating and cooling your home.
• It delivers better air quality. Indoor air is almost always more polluted than outdoor air, and a heat pump system brings in fresh air filtered to remove pollen, dust, and other impurities.
• It's highly efficient, which cuts operating costs.
• Safety—there are no hot surfaces or flames and no burning fuel, so you don't have to worry about gas leaks or carbon monoxide.
• The system provides consistent, uniform comfort. Because it runs for a longer time per cycle, you won't experience the same temperature fluctuations.
• It operates more quietly than traditional HVAC systems.

A heat pump is a different climate control approach with some unmatched advantages. It's an option worth considering if you're ready to enjoy the benefits of something new.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY & ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

Besides their other benefits, heat pumps are a wise way to use energy, making them easier on your bills and the environment. As mentioned, heat pumps don't burn fuel to work. They simply move existing heat in or out of the home. This is a very efficient way to cool and heat the house. Heat pumps are up to four times more efficient than a traditional system. You can have peace of mind knowing that this system is gentle on the environment. It doesn't require burning any fuel to generate heat, reducing carbon emissions and your utility bill. Although it does use electricity, the overall efficiency is much higher than that of standard climate control systems.

MAKE THE SWITCH TO A HEAT PUMP TODAY WITH SIMPSON SHEET METAL'S EXPERT INSTALLATION SERVICES

If you're ready to investigate whether a heat pump can work for you, we invite you to contact us at Simpson Sheet Metal. Whether you're interested in a heat pump or a more traditional system, we have the expertise to ensure your installation is done to your satisfaction.

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