Since heat pumps only use electricity to generate heat and not a combustion process like traditional gas furnaces, heat pumps are an excellent way to reduce carbon emissions and make your home or business more environmentally friendly.
On average, heat pumps require 50% less electricity than traditional resistance heating systems like furnaces, wall heaters and floor heaters.
Furthermore, because heat pumps do not require a gas line, you are also reducing your consumption of fossil fuels.
Your comfort is one of the most important features of any heating and cooling system, and with a heat pump, you are in control. Unlike traditional heating and air conditioning systems that can only operate at full capacity (one-speed), two-speed compressors allow heat pumps to quickly reach your desired indoor temperature and then maintain that temperature with minimal energy output. This feature not only provides superior indoor comfort, but also reduces cost of ownership by reducing on/off operation and stress on the compressor.
Additionally, heat pumps tend to have a more modern design, requiring less space than large traditional condensers, adding value to your home without sacrificing aesthetics. Heat pumps are also significantly quieter than traditional heating and air conditioning systems, creating a more relaxing indoor space. Heat Pumps are a good option for homes that are very close to their neighbors or in cities/ towns with strict codes for noise levels.
Unlike traditional gas burning furnaces, heat pumps do not use the process of combustion to create heat from burning materials. With heat pumps, there are no flames, toxic fumes, soot or smoke being released in order to generate heat. This means that major safety concerns from traditional gas furnaces such as gas leaks, carbon monoxide leaks and potential house fires are eliminated by switching to an all electric heat pump system.
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