Heat pumps are making a comeback—and they are not only for heating anymore. For homeowners here in Northeast Florida that means using these pumps to cool their homes more efficiently and cost-effectively. Here at Action, we believe that a properly installed and maintained heat pump is an asset to your home, whether it is used to warm or cool your home.
Often located in the backyard, heat pumps transfer heat from a cool temperature source to one with a warmer temperature. Unlike a typical air conditioning system, heat pumps also provide heat. Studies show that today’s heat pumps are nearly twice as efficient as those manufactured 30 years ago. This increased efficiency is the result of scientific and technical improvements, including:
■More exact mastery of the refrigerant run out to the indoor coil;
■More effective variable speed blowers;
■Enhanced spiral and dual-speed compressor designs and electric motors; and
■Rigid copper tubing.
A heat pump’s effectiveness depends—in large part—on the type of pump you are using. Air-source heat pumps can put out up to three times the amount of “heat” energy than the “electrical” energy it uses. Even though these heat pumps work in most climates, they do not perform optimally in sub-zero conditions for any length of time. Here in hot, humid Northeast Florida, they are an ideal solution.
Heat pumps featuring a variable-speed blower are known to use less power and offer a more comfortable environment. They also are not as noisy and distribute heat more consistently with little temperature variation.
To maximize efficiency, homeowners should learn how to regulate the pump’s thermostat. Excessively high temperatures reduce the benefits and lower temperatures may put stress on the equipment.
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