Heat Pumps from Afrusun Inc.

Heat pumps offer a cost-effective and energy-efficient solution for year-round heating and cooling in your home. They can reduce monthly heating costs by up to 50% depending on individual circumstances, making them an excellent investment. Heat pumps can be used as the primary heating source for your home, or as a supplement to your existing heating system. Additionally, they can provide domestic hot water heating and air conditioning, depending on the model, which can cut down on added energy costs and allow homeowners to reclaim space in their utility room.

The expected lifespan of a heat pump varies depending on the type and model, with some lasting up to 25 years. If you’re looking for a durable and efficient home heating system that will help you cut down on energy costs, a heat pump may be the right choice for your home.

There are several types of heat pumps to consider, with the best choice for your home depending on factors such as climate, desired savings, whether you plan to use a heat pump as a primary or supplemental heat source, and other considerations.

Air-Source Heat Pumps

Air-source heat pumps work by drawing heat from the outside air during the winter months and moving it indoors, while rejecting it outside during the summer months. There are two main types of air-source heat pumps: air-to-air and air-to-water. Converting your home’s heating system from an electric furnace to an all-electric air-source heat pump can reduce energy costs by up to 50%. Additionally, they can reduce your water heating bills by 25-50% if they provide domestic hot water heating. You may also be eligible for a tax credit for purchasing a qualified Energy Star air-source heat pump.

Air-to-air heat pumps are the most common style of air-source heat pump and work by moving air from one end of the system to the other. Homes with duct work ventilation distribution systems rely on these pumps. On the other hand, air-to-water heat pump systems are less common than air-to-air systems, but follow the same heat distribution principle. They are connected to a hydronic (water) heating system within the home, and heat is drawn from the outside air and distributed via the hydronic system during winter months.

Ground-Source Heat Pumps

Ground-source heat pumps use the earth or groundwater to heat and cool your home, and may be referred to as geothermal, earth-energy, or geoexchange. They are available in either an open-loop or closed-loop system and are suitable for use with both forced air and radiant heating systems. They are extremely energy-efficient, especially in areas that experience harsh winter weather, with costs at around 65% of a standard electric heating system. Choosing a unit that can also provide domestic hot water heating can also reduce your water heating bills by 25-50%.

Open-loop ground-source heat pump systems use an underground body of water for heating and cooling the home. The pump relies on a well system for drawing water up to the heat exchanger, which extracts the heat. Next, the water returns to the original body of water via another well (or above ground into a stream or pond). Closed-loop ground-source heat pump systems, on the other hand, use a run of underground piping to extract and reject heat from and to the earth. Because the system is closed and pressurized, it requires the least annual maintenance compared to other types of heat pumps.

Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pumps

Ductless mini-split systems use heat pump technology to cool the home, and some units can provide supplemental heat via an independent indoor air handling unit. They are ideal for use in homes where ductwork is not physically possible or economical, and boast a compact size. Although they carry a higher upfront cost, they can provide a zoned heating solution that may cut down on