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The Heating Specialist
Enhance your home's comfort with an economical and energy-efficient heat pump from The Heating Specialist! A heat pump is a more sustainable and energy-efficient heating and cooling option because it moves warm air instead of generating it. In the winter, it pulls heat from the outdoor air and distributes it through your home's ductwork. In the summer, the system reverses, drawing cool air inside to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. Because heat pumps are incredibly efficient, you'll enjoy lower utility bills, improved comfort, and potential savings through the heat pump tax credit or other available HVAC tax credit programs. If you'd like to learn more about heat pumps—or how upgrading your system may qualify for a federal HVAC tax credit or a tax credit for installing new HVAC equipment—contact the pros at The Heating Specialist. We'll evaluate your home and provide you with a complimentary estimate.
40+ Years
Serving Portland
NATE Certified
Expert Technicians
24/7
Emergency Service
Free Estimates
100% Guaranteed
How Heat Pumps Work
Heat pumps don't actively create warm or cool air. They transfer air between the inside of your house and the outside without the use of gas or coolants. While heat pumps require electricity to operate, they use much less energy than other types of systems since they simply transfer the air. Heat pumps are a perfect option for our mild climate here in the Pacific Northwest since they operate most effectively in temperatures above 30 degrees. When there is a cold snap and the temps go below 30 degrees, it's smart to have a secondary heat source available.
Yes, they do! An electric heat pump keeps your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. If you've been looking to add air conditioning to your home, a heat pump is a great option. It can be used in conjunction with your existing furnace to provide more efficient heating in the winter.
Heat pumps are a good option for many homes. Since heat pumps require ductwork to circulate air, we generally recommend them in homes that already have ducts. We often install them in homes that have some form of inefficient heating and no air conditioning. This way, the heat pump provides all the cooling needed, while the existing furnace can provide supplementary heat when the temperatures fall to the 20s. Not sure if this is the right option? Contact The Heating Specialist and our friendly experts will assess your home, your lifestyle, and your budget and provide you with a detailed recommendation.
Benefits & Incentives
When you buy a new heat pump, there are often financial rebates and incentives available! These saving opportunities are a great way to maximize your new investment. From manufacturers to local utilities to organizations like the Energy Trust of Oregon, there are a variety of options that our technicians will help you qualify for.
- Energy-efficient: As we've already mentioned, heat pumps are so effective because they don't generate warm or cool air – they just transfer it. Home owners love this efficiency because they see it reflected in lower energy bills, especially if they've been using something really inefficient, like electric baseboard heat and a window AC unit.
- Good indoor air quality: Heat pumps provide humidity control that can enhance your home's comfort. During the summer, heat pumps dehumidify the air in addition to cooling it. During winter, indoor air doesn't dry out with a heat pump as it does with a furnace that is blasting hot air.
- Quiet: While the exact level of noise differs among models and brands, in general, heat pumps provide quiet comfort.
- Safe: If you're concerned about gas furnaces and the risk of leaks, then you'll rest easy with an electric heat pump. Since they don't use natural gas, they are very safe.
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