| Heat pumps are becoming more popular as the | | | | energy efficiency and more reliability than |
| cost of heating is rising. Heat pumps are a | | | | past models. There are ground source models |
| great source of heat and for some can be used | | | | that pull heat from the ground instead of the |
| as a main heating source. Most people do not | | | | air. These models provide a more constant |
| understand a heat pump or how it works and | | | | temperature as ground temperatures are more |
| this is key to getting the most from a heat | | | | stable than air temperatures. Some models |
| pump. This appliance is an efficient way to | | | | are made with a storage so when the pump |
| tackle high heating bills.Heat pumps work | | | | pulls more air than is needed it is stored |
| much like air conditioners. They draw in | | | | and used when needed. This allows the heat |
| outside air to heat a home. They take the | | | | pump to be more sufficient and provide a |
| warm air out of the outside air and then | | | | better heat source. Most heat pumps are |
| provide that air to the home. In areas where | | | | operated like a typical furnace with a |
| winters are mild a heat pump can provide | | | | thermostat that allows for them to be turned |
| enough heat that no other heating source is | | | | on and off at certain temperatures.Heat pumps |
| necessary. However, in a cold environment a | | | | are just gaining in popularity. They are |
| heat pump may not be able to pull enough warm | | | | proving to be a stable heat source that can |
| air to provide sufficient heat. Heat pumps | | | | save big money on heating and energy bills. |
| can also serve as an air conditioner by | | | | Heat pumps are being made with more and more |
| pulling warm air from inside the house and | | | | features that are making them more efficient |
| pushing it outside. Again, though, in an | | | | and more comparable to other heating sources. |
| incredibly warm atmosphere the heat pump may | | | | The key to using a heat pump is to |
| not be able to pull a sufficient amount of | | | | understand the limitations and learn the |
| warm air out and an additional cooling source | | | | proper way to use one. A heat pump can |
| may be needed.The newer models of heat pumps | | | | really be a great addition and a superior |
| offer great features that make then even more | | | | choice for a home. Everything you need to |
| alluring. Many new models feature added | | | | know about Pumps. |