Heat Pump Systems have been rising in popularity in recent years, and with good reason. Although their initial installation cost is slightly higher than that of a traditional forced-air system, they operate much more efficiently and are more versatile than traditional heaters. Homeowners who are on the fence about spending the extra money on installing a heat pump in their homes might want to check out the following information detailing just a few of the many advantages they have over traditional heating.
Heating and Cooling
Unlike a traditional furnace, a heat pump can both heat and cool a home. This is because they work differently from other types of heating units, extracting heat from the indoor environment when necessary and transferring it outside during the hotter months instead of simply burning fuel to produce heat, as a furnace does.
Safe and Convenient
Heat pumps produce no flame and have no hot surfaces, making them safer for children and pets than traditional furnaces and wood burning stoves. They also work very quickly, heating or cooling a room in just minutes and using less energy to maintain optimal temperatures once they’ve been achieved. That means heat pumps can safely and conveniently be left on even while no one is at home, or set to a timer to warm or cool rooms prior to a resident’s return.
Improved Air Quality
With a heat pump, there are no fumes and no smoke released into the air, and no way for allergens to collect and circulate. That’s why Heat Pump Systems that utilize radiant heating technology are absolutely perfect for those who suffer from seasonal allergies and asthma.
Better for the Environment
In addition to being more efficient, heat pumps also have a negligible carbon footprint after installation. All they require is a small amount of electricity to run their compressors, which pales in comparison to the fumes produced by gas heaters and the soot, and smoke produced by wood stoves. Most modern heat pumps even utilize a refrigerant known as R410A that will not harm the ozone layer in the event that it is released into the air.
