Heat pumps are uniquely designed to be able to cool and heat your home all year long. They come with various benefits, particularly for homeowners who live in mild climates.

Some of these benefits include lower operational costs, more energy efficiency, and greater flexibility relative to traditional cooling and heating systems. Let’s dive a little deeper into the benefits of modern heat pumps.

Flexible Heating and Cooling

Heat pumps are able to provide cool air during the summer months and warm air during the winter months. That means that you only have to rely on one system to provide year-round comfort in your home for most of the year.

Smooth, Quiet Operation

Heat pumps are typically far quieter than furnaces and air conditioners. Heat pump compressors are installed outside of the home, meaning most of the noise created from the operation stays outdoors.

You won’t be bothered by repetitive on-and-off cycling from your furnace or air conditioner.

All that you will really hear is air flowing through your vents.

Improved Energy Efficiency

Air source and geothermal heat pumps are highly efficient systems that transfer cold or hot air instead of creating it. That means they require less energy to operate relative to traditional furnaces and air conditioner units. They also require no fuel, meaning there’s no chance of gas or oil leaks.

They also provide superior dehumidifying effects relative to traditional AC systems and consume significantly less energy during the hot summer months.

The technicians at Star Heating & Cooling can help match you with a heat pump with a high Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio and Heating Seasonal Performance Factor.

Lower Costs

Heat pump systems save you money, in the long run, relative to traditional heating and cooling systems. They keep your energy costs down because they don’t require any fuel, and they actually lower your household’s electrical use.