At Kasper Mechanical, we know that home is where the heat is, so it’s important to know how to keep your home comfortable, warm, and safe during the winter months. Keeping your air conditioning comfortable starts with knowing how your system works and knowing when you need either maintenance, a repair, or a replacement. Does your Northern Virginia home’s central heating system include a heat pump? Look no further—we’re sharing all our industry secrets on how your heat pump works and why investing in a heat pump is the best choice for your home.
HOW YOUR HEART PUMP WORKS:
Your heat pump is important all year round. In the summer months, your heat pump pushes the warm air out of your house to cool it off. In the winter months, it removes the cold air to warm up your house. This means that your heat pump is working hard during every season to provide your home with quality air flow. Unlike many other heating systems, heat pumps move the air from outside your home to inside rather than generating it, which makes them more energy efficient and cost effective.
While not as common, some other heat pumps transfer heat from the ground or your water supply and move it throughout your home. These are known as geothermal and water source heat pumps, and they are generally not as efficient as the air-to-air source pumps.
HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR HEAT PUMP NEEDS REPAIR:
One of the biggest benefits of having a heat pump is how it functions silently in the background of your home. The only noise you should hear from your heat pump is the fans turning on and off, or the slight movement of air as it’s pushed through the ducts. If the motor in your heat pump starts buzzing and clicking, you know it’s time to give Kasper Mechanical a call for some heating repair.
You may also notice that your heat pump is cycling irregularly. This could be a larger issue with your thermostat, so you may need to call an expert at Kasper Mechanical to diagnose the source of your heating system’s problem. We’re a one-stop shop for all your HVAC repairs and replacements.
WHY INVEST IN A HEAT PUMP:
While there are many heating options for you to choose from, there are four major reasons why investing in a heat pump will transform your home.
- Heat pumps provide continuous air flow in your home
- Dehumidifies the air, which lessens mold or dust mites in your home
- Maximizes comfort because heat pumps make smaller fluctuations in temperature
- Can replace furnaces and central air conditioning units
If you currently have a furnace, you should consider switching to the safer, greener alternative of a heat pump. Traditional furnaces run on gas and oil, which means there’s a higher chance of byproducts such as carbon monoxide leaking into your home. When you have Kasper Mechanical install a new heat pump in your home, you guarantee that your family is breathing in safe natural air.
Among these reasons for investing in a heat pump, they are also generally more efficient than other types of heating options because they don’t generate new heat. Heat pumps simply collect the natural air outside your home and move it indoors, which means no extra energy is being spent to create the heat warming you and your family. Save your energy bill from skyrocketing this winter by investing in a heat pump with Kasper Mechanical.
If you’re tired of cold air and high energy bills, then it’s time to call your local Northern Virginia experts at Kasper Mechanical. Give us a call at 540-300-7917 for service!