Think of a heat pump as an air conditioner that can work in both directions. In summer it pulls heat out of your home; in winter a reversing valve flips the refrigerant flow, and the same compressor draws heat from the outdoor air and brings it inside. Because it moves heat instead of creating it, a heat pump can deliver two to three times more heat energy than the electricity it uses, which is a big reason homeowners in Fort Collins, CO are making the switch as older systems wear out. Today's cold-climate models, built around variable-speed inverter compressors, keep producing useful heat well below freezing, far beyond the heat pumps of twenty years ago.
The repairs homeowners call us about most are AC Repair and Furnace Repair. That's the place to start if you need a fix today.
Signs You Need Heat Pump Installation in Fort Collins
Recognizing the warning signs early can save you time and money. Keep an eye out for the following clues:
- An older system that only survives on refrigerant top-offs and major repairs
- You want steady, even comfort instead of blast-and-coast temperature swings
- Solar on the roof, or plans for it, and a goal of going all-electric
- An aging AC and furnace you would rather replace with a single system
- Rooms run hot in summer and cold in winter on the existing equipment
- You heat with electric resistance, propane, or oil and the bills show it
- Local utility rebates make a heat pump switch more affordable
- You would like a single system for heating and cooling with one maintenance plan
Early Action Saves Money
What seems like a minor issue today can take out a compressor or heat exchanger tomorrow. Don't wait, call (970) 602-4906 and we'll take a look right away.
