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 Alton, IL 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.
Most of our service calls are for AC Repair and Furnace Repair. If something has stopped working, start there.
Signs You Need Heat Pump Installation in Alton
Catching these issues early helps you avoid costly problems. Here are the most common indicators that it's time to call a professional:
- Solar on the roof, or plans for it, and a goal of going all-electric
- Simpler ownership, with one outdoor unit handling both seasons
- Your home relies on costly resistance heat, propane, or heating oil
- The old system needs refrigerant top-offs or major repairs to limp on
- Uneven temperatures year-round with the equipment you have now
- You are tired of temperature swings and want steady, even comfort
- Your utility company is offering incentives for heat pumps
- Both your air conditioner and furnace are getting old, and one replacement beats two
Early Action Saves Money
What seems like a minor issue today can take out a compressor or heat exchanger tomorrow. At the first hint of a problem, call (618) 450-7978 for a fast inspection.
