Heat Pumps
AccuAir Heating and Cooling is experienced in the service, repair, and installation of heat pumps in Bend, OR, and its surrounding area. A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from indoors to outdoors or from outdoors to indoors. For homes with no access to natural gas, heat pumps offer an efficient and reliable solution for heating and cooling.
How Do Heat Pumps Work?
In the winter, a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer, the process reverses, and it will remove heat from your home and transfer it outside like an air conditioner. Heat pumps do this so well that many people in warmer climates exclusively rely on a heat pump for year-round comfort. For those living in colder climates, they use electric-powered heat pumps in conjunction with their gas or oil furnace resulting in lower heating costs.
Heat pumps work with a series of coils drawing energy from air, water, or the ground. In this way, they are very environmentally friendly and are the most energy-efficient way to heat and cool your home. Heat pumps also work extremely efficiently, because they simply transfer heat, rather than burn fuel to create it. This makes them a greener alternative to traditional gas or oil furnaces. Though you may think you’re unfamiliar with them, they traditionally heat swimming pools and hot tubs, so you most likely have come in contact with them and not even known it.
Different Types of Heat Pumps
There are three types of heat pumps: air-to-air, water source, and geothermal. As mentioned above, they collect their heat from the air, water, and outside-your-home ground and concentrate it for use. Call AccuAir Heating and Cooling to discuss the basic differences between these types and which one would work best for you and your home.
Are Heat Pumps Expensive?
Installation costs of heat pumps are higher than with a traditional furnace or air conditioner, but the savings over time in annual energy costs make up for the difference in five to ten years. Performing proper operation and maintenance of your heat pump will also save you money, as you’ll use less energy, thus resulting in less cost. Be sure to ask your HVAC professional for the proper thermostat setting and the indoor pump’s fan operation. Not following the recommended guidelines can inhibit the maximized running of the pump and can degrade the unit itself. Regular maintenance can prevent degradation as well. Consistent filter changing or cleaning is necessary for a well-running heat pump. Seasonal cleaning of coils and fans go a long way in preventing poor energy efficiency that can end up costing you more money. The energy difference between a well-maintained system and a neglected one can be anywhere from 10 to 25 percent.
To determine the appropriate type of heat pump for you, which can be contingent upon the geography and climate around your Bend, OR or surrounding-area home or office space, or to discuss any of these topics, call us today at 541-504-8400 or request service online for an evaluation.
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Heat Pump Maintenance in Terrebonne, OR 97760
Heat Pump & Furnace Installation in Bend, OR 97703
“I had both brand new heat pump and furnace installed – great communication and service from the get go, always patient to explain how systems worked and asking me if I had questions. Was given initial estimates and allowed to decide on final products – installed in record time. Sean and Emmet worked diligently and did a very comprehensive, efficient job. Always polite and friendly and respectful of me and my home. Totally cleaned the work areas and completed a very neatly laid brick wall to hide the heat pump. Their supervisor said they’d done an excellent job when he performed the final walk-through. This company had been recommended by my general contractor who uses them consistently. Definitely the right choice!”
– Lauren H.
Heat Pump Repair in Prineville, OR 97754
“Courteous and helpful, and on time, giving heads up before arrival…”
– Nick B.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Redmond, OR 97756
“Friendly, well groomed personnel, completes job in orderly manner.”
– Carolyn K.
Heat Pump Installation in Redmond, OR 97756
“From the quote from Mike, to the installation by Sean, Alex and Collin, it was top shelf, professional and done to my satisfaction. I would recommend Accuair to anyone.”
– Dave H.
Heat Pump Repair in Sisters, OR 97759
“Shaun and Alex were very professional and knowledgeable.”
– Phil J.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Crooked River Ranch, OR 97760
“Outstanding service once again! Thank you!”
– Priscilla G.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Redmond, OR 97756
“Long time customer because we can expect prompt and efficient service. Technicians are always professional, courteous, and clean cut.”
– Ron R.
Heat Pump Replacement in Redmond, OR 97756
“Our experience with AccuAir could not have been better! They responded quickly to our initial service request during a busy cold weather time. Eventually, it became clear that we needed a new furnace. This was accomplished in a timely and efficient manner. The installation team of Alex, Emmet and Ryan was clearly very knowledgeable, showed up on time and completed the job on time. However, I believe this company’s greatest attributes are their caring, honest manner and excellent interpersonal skills. This assessment applies not only to the crew but the owner, David, as well, who performed initial assessments and the final walk through. They have my highest recommendation.”
– Carl P.
Heat Pump Maintenance in Redmond, OR 97756
“Courteous, expert service.”
– Paul K.
AccuAir Heating and Cooling proudly provides HVAC service to Bend, Culver, La Pine, Madras, Prineville, Redmond, Sisters, Sunriver, Terrebonne - Crooked River Ranch, OR and the surrounding communities. Visit our service area page for more coverage details, call us at 541-504-8400, or request service online today.