Homeowners in Vero Beach, FL, don’t require a major heating system like a furnace to stay warm in the winter. But with the average nighttime temperatures dipping into the 50s between December and March, you need some form of heating to maintain a comfortable home. If you’re looking for an HVAC system that has the capability to both cool and heat your home, consider a heat pump. Here’s why every homeowner in Florida should install a heat pump in their home:
Offers Cooling and Heating Capabilities
A heat pump is an all-in-one HVAC system that moves heat from one place to another. It does so by extracting heat from outside and pumping it indoors, or vice versa. Heat pumps work best in climates that don’t experience freezing temperatures, which makes them a great option for homeowners in Southern Florida. If you want your heat pump to cool your home in the spring or summer, simply switch it to cooling mode and the system will pump hot air out of your home.
Increases Energy Efficiency and Savings
Moving heat uses less electricity than converting it. Heat pumps are also the most efficient alternative available to oil, gas, and electrical heating and cooling systems. While gas furnaces operate at about a 98 percent efficiency rating, heat pumps regularly achieve a rating of more than 300 percent. In short, they supply greater cooling and heating capacity for the same amount of energy. As a result, homeowners benefit from increased energy efficiency and lower utility costs.
Requires Less Maintenance Than Other Heating Systems
Routine HVAC maintenance is an important part of making sure any heating or cooling system operates at peak efficiency. But heat pumps generally require less maintenance than combustion-based heating systems. What’s more, heat pumps are also safer to operate. You won’t have to worry about a fire erupting or carbon monoxide poisoning.
Reduces Your Carbon Footprint
Today’s headlines across the world are warning the public about how much humanity has negatively impacted the environment. It’s up to every individual to take accountability for their damaging actions and take steps toward living a greener lifestyle. With an efficient conversion rate of energy to heat, a heat pump can help you do your part.
Lasts Longer Than Other Cooling and Heating Systems
Installing a properly sized HVAC system in your home is the first step toward maximizing its lifespan. The second is to schedule professional HVAC maintenance for it regularly. Even by completing those two steps, most heating and cooling systems only last up to 15 years. A well-maintained heat pump, on the other hand, can operate efficiently for up to 50.
Helps Maintain Healthy Indoor Air Quality
If you own a furnace, you might notice your system emit a burning smell occasionally. Heat pumps don’t burn anything to heat your home. They don’t produce smoke or any other fumes that can impact your indoor air quality. As a heat pump circulates the air throughout your home, it’ll filter, clean and purifier it. As a result, it’ll remove dust, odors, microbial growth and other particle pollutants. That’s what makes them a great HVAC option for people who suffer from asthma and allergies.
Are you interested in installing a quality heat pump in your home? Do you already own a heat pump and need yours repaired or maintained? The HVAC professionals at Barker Air Conditioning and Heating can help. Contact us to learn more about this highly efficient HVAC system or to schedule your heat pump service today. Our team is standing by to ensure your home feels comfortable throughout the year and that you maximize energy efficiency.
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