How Heat Pumps Work and Why You Might Need Heating Repair

When it comes to heating service, most homes and businesses always seek the best ways to save money not just for a few months, but for the years to come. It’s one of the most important considerations people think of when preparing for winter.

Heaters such as furnaces and boilers are the common choice of heating systems for many homes. However, there are other ways of keeping a space warm and comfortable throughout the cold months. One of these is heat pumps.

What is a Heat Pump?

A heat pump is not a new product or device. It is an electrical device that transfers heat from one place to another. According to Natural Resources Canada:

“Heat pumps transfer heat by circulating a substance called a refrigerant through a cycle of evaporation and condensation. A compressor pumps the refrigerant between two heat exchanger coils. In one coil, the refrigerant is evaporated at low pressure and absorbs heat from its surroundings. The refrigerant is then compressed en route to the other coil, where it condenses at high pressure. At this point, it releases the heat it absorbed earlier in the cycle.”

The best thing about this device is its reversible cycle wherein it can provide heating in winter and cooling in summer. Although heat pumps cost a little more than the conventional HVAC systems, it only needs a maintenance check once annually.

Different Types of Heat Pump

Heat pumps require electricity to successfully process the cycle of transferring heat from one space to somewhere else. And it comes in several types.

• Air Source – This works well in moderate or settled climate. The unit is normally installed to the side of the house or building, pulling in hot air from the outside then transferring heat through compression.
• Geothermal or Ground Source – The solar energy stored in the ground is utilized by planting heat pipes into the earth. This is more efficient than air sourced because the temperature in the ground is more constant and stable.
• Hybrid Array – A hybrid typically implies a heat pump working together with another heating system such a gas boiler or a furnace. It has a high level of efficiency and more advantageous for homeowners since there is no need to change the radiator when this is installed. Another hybrid is a combination of air and ground source heat pumps.

Furnace vs. Heat Pumps

A heat pump is a good choice, but in certain conditions such as freezing temperatures or during a blizzard, a good old furnace can still do a better job at keeping the desired temperature. But this doesn’t mean that both systems can’t work together. A heat pump can serve as a backup in case the furnace fails or malfunctions.

In situations like these, be sure to know who to call for a heating repair. Don’t wait for the problem to worsen or get out of hand. You have the best Fresno heating repair company just around the corner: Marthedal Solar, Air & Heating serves most of the San Joaquin Valley and provides satisfactory solutions in different communities including Clovis, Madera, and Selma heating systems.

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