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 Nashua, NH 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.
Warning Signs for Heat Pump Installation
Catching these issues early helps you avoid costly problems. These are the signals our technicians see most often:
- An older system that only survives on refrigerant top-offs and major repairs
- 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
- Your utility company is offering incentives for heat pumps
- You would like a single system for heating and cooling with one maintenance plan
- An aging AC and furnace you would rather replace with a single system
- You want quieter, more consistent comfort than your current system delivers
- You are electrifying the house or pairing major loads with solar
Don't Wait for a Total Failure
Most HVAC failures start small, a weak capacitor, a squealing blower, a system that runs a little longer each week. If you notice any of these signs, call (351) 345-9275 for a prompt inspection.
