Why Are Heat Pumps More Energy Efficient?

With winter approaching, you might be thinking about how well your existing air source heat pump is going to run this year. You might also be curious if now is a good time to do heat pump installation.

A new air source heat pump is more energy efficient and can help you save big on energy bills over its lifetime.

They’re an all-in-one heating system and cooling system. These heat pumps transfer heat from the outdoor air to make your house cooler or warmer. They don’t generate heat or air conditioning like a natural gas furnace or a standard central air conditioner. A heat pump has indoor and outdoor units that interact to provide you with heating and cooling.

We’re going to discuss this topic now, as well as:

• How air source heat pump efficiency ratings like SEER and HSPF impact your heating and cooling bill.
• How ENERGY STAR® certification can help you save money.
• How to choose an energy-efficient heat pump system for your home.

What Is SEER in Heat Pump?

SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) is a heat pump rating system that calculates how efficient air source heat pumps are at utilizing electricity for cooling. The higher the SEER, the more efficient they are at transferring heat during the cooling season.

What Is a Good SEER Rating for a Heat Pump?

A heat pump with a SEER between 14 and 16 is regarded as having good energy efficiency.

What Is HSPF in Heat Pumps?

HSPF (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor) is another heat pump rating system that measures how well air source heat pumps will operate during the heating season. The higher the number, the better your heating system will be at using electricity for warm air. This is particularly important for saving money in colder climates, because your heat pump won’t have to work as hard as it transfers heat.

What Is a Good HSPF Rating for a Heat Pump?

Heat pump systems with an HSPF between 8 and 10 are regarded to be energy efficient and can help keep heating costs low during cold weather.

What Does ENERGY STAR Mean on a Heat Pump?

ENERGY STAR air source heat pumps satisfy strict requirements established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for both heating efficiency and cooling efficiency, so you know these high-efficiency heat pumps will work well.

Air source heat pumps achieve ENERGY STAR if they have:

• HSPF rating of 8.5 or greater
• SEER rating of 15 or higher
• This can lower your heat pump’s operating costs, plus lower greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global warming.

How to Choose an Energy-Efficient Heat Pump

When selecting your heat pump’s efficiency rating, just like any other household appliance, the most significant thing is to choose one that has an energy-efficiency rating that fits your budget.

If your budget only allows for a heat pump with lower ratings, don’t worry! Even a new model with a lower rating is going to consume less energy than one that’s 10 or 15 years old. Here’s why.

• From 1999 to 2005, federal guidelines required air source heat pumps to have a 10 SEER rating.
• That number went up to 13 from 2006 to 2014.
• Today, a new heat pump should be at least 14 SEER.
• So, changing from 10 SEER to 14 SEER will make a big difference on your heating and cooling bill.

It’s also important to note that most heat pumps only last around 15-20 years with appropriate maintenance. When yours starts to approach this age, you’ll want to think about replacing it.

In the past, heat pumps were restricted to locations that didn’t have cold climates, because of the way heat pumps work to pull heat from the air. Modern heat pump systems are also created to endure colder outdoor air and a cold climate during the winter. This reduces your reliance on a supplemental heat source, electric resistance heating or baseboard heaters during the heating season.

Replacing your heat pump with Speedy Air Conditioning may be more reasonably priced than you realize. Between rebates, special offers and financing for qualified customers, getting new HVAC systems may be more budget friendly than you think it is.

It’s not easy to find the time and money to switch aging air source systems. But if you want comfier home temperatures with smaller energy costs down the road, it might be a good idea to see our new heat pump units.

At Speedy Air Conditioning we make upgrading a convenient process by providing free estimate appointments for air source heat pumps. Just call us at 239-244-3439 to request yours now. We’re proud to offer heat pump installation in Naples your friends and neighbors have trusted since year.