Richmond Heat Pump Installations

When it comes to your home, you should never sacrifice your comfort. The biggest way to ensure that your air is regulated properly and efficiently is by investing in the right kind of HVAC system. Heat pumps are a very popular choice for heating and cooling in Richmond, but what are they, and how do they work?

Mission Air is here to clarify what heat pumps are and how they operate to heat AND cool your home. As one of the most flexible options for your home’s heating and cooling, a heat pump might be the best choice when faced with an AC or heater replacement. If you’re ready to install a heat pump in your home, count on our Mission Air team to take care of you with professionalism and positive energy!

How Do Heat Pumps Work?

A heat pump is simply another kind of heating and cooling system. Installed as an outside unit like other HVAC units, the heat pump has one major difference from other systems: it can both cool and heat air! Plus, this system doesn’t create heat — it simply moves it around as needed. If you don’t have a separate heater or furnace, your system might already be a heat pump.

A heat pump cools air similarly to any other HVAC system. It sucks in hot air from your home and channels it over coils of refrigerant. The refrigerant is cold, so it absorbs the heat from the air, leaving it cool as it flows back to your home. The refrigerant is then compressed, causing it to release the heat, which is transported outside while the refrigerant returns to the coils again.

Another unique thing about heat pumps is that they heat air without actually creating heat. Some furnaces and other heaters use a fuel source to heat metal either through combustions. This requires gas or propane and a significant loss of energy during combustion. Heat pumps use electricity to absorb the warmth in the air outside — even the tiniest amount in cold air — and filter it inside your home through the refrigerant. This reverse refrigerant process makes the system more efficient and flexible.

Should I Install A Heat Pump?

Although they’re flexible, heat pumps work best in mild climates where the outdoor temperature isn’t below freezing for a large portion of the year. Since the system relies on some degree of warmth in the air, Richmond’s temperatures are usually a good match for heat pump technology. In northern climates, heat pumps can be paired with furnace installations. When the heat pump can no longer perform under the stress of freezing air, the furnace takes over. This is called a dual-fuel system, and it can be even more efficient!

Benefits of Heat Pumps

So, what makes a heat pump a better option for your home? It all depends on what you’re looking for in an HVAC system. Our team has seen some of these benefits in many Richmond homes, and you could too!

• High efficiency
• Flexible heating and cooling
• Quiet operation
• Eco-friendly
• Minimal maintenance

If these advantages sound like something you want in your home, a heat pump might be the system for you! Our pros would be happy to evaluate your home and help you reap the benefits of heat pump technology!

Why Choose Mission Air?

If you’re in need of a new heating and cooling system, you don’t have time to waste on amateur contractors. Mission Air is committed to your satisfaction and comfort. That means we always perform installations precisely and effectively. Your heat pump installation sets the tone for its entire life, and we want to start off on the right foot! That’s why we always use the best tools and expertise to set up your new unit. You can count on us to help determine if a heat pump is the right fit for your home.

Are you ready to schedule a service appointment or learn more about heat pumps? Give Mission Air a call today!