AZ Perfect Comfort Heating & Cooling Blog: Archive for the ‘Heat Pumps’ Category

Why Do HSPF2 Ratings Matter for Heat Pumps?

Monday, December 9th, 2024

When it’s time for you to select a new heat pump, you need to consider energy efficiency ratings that are best for your home and family.

Give our team a call to schedule your consultation for heater installation in Scottsdale. You can keep reading to learn all about HSPF2 ratings for heat pumps and what they mean. Then we can answer any additional questions you have and help you select a heater with an efficiency rating that meets your needs.

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How Do You Switch to a Heat Pump?

Monday, November 25th, 2024

As energy efficiency becomes a priority for homeowners, heat pumps are gaining popularity as a reliable and eco-friendly heating and cooling solution. But what does it take to switch from your current HVAC system to a heat pump? If you’re considering this upgrade, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process.

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Should I Get a Heat Pump or Central AC in Arizona?

Monday, June 10th, 2024
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When it’s time to replace your air conditioning system, you may be wondering if a heat pump is the better replacement option. Homeowners who are interested in a Glendale heat pump usually have one major concern: Can a heat pump handle the Arizona heat?

The short answer is that yes, a heat pump is certainly a great choice for cooling your home efficiently. But today’s central air conditioners also have certain advantages. Let’s go over the benefits of both systems so you can make an informed decision when it’s time to replace an outdated AC system.

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Can Heat Pumps Handle the Arizona Heat?

Monday, January 22nd, 2024
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There are plenty of things that seem like they just weren’t named right. Strawberries aren’t really berries and jellyfish aren’t fish. If you’re a homeowner in Scottsdale researching a new air conditioner and you see the term “heat pump,” you might think it’s irrelevant to your search results.

We’re here to let you know that despite the misleading name, heat pumps are essentially air conditioners that also provide heat. Now, you may be thinking that because it’s a system that also provides heat, that it’s not that great at air conditioning. But that simply isn’t true. In fact, heat pumps are a great system for combatting the Arizona heat. Read on to learn about the amazing benefits of these systems.

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Solve Your Arizona Heating Problems with a Heat Pump

Monday, January 8th, 2024
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We’re no strangers to chilly winters here in Phoenix, AZ. You need a reliable heating system to keep your home warm when temperatures plummet. However, many homeowners don’t place as much importance on the heating aspect of their HVAC system as they do on air conditioning. 

This is understandable though. After all, the summer heat is brutal, and having a reliable AC system can literally mean the difference between life and death.

That’s why heat pumps have emerged as the absolute best system for climates such as ours. Heat pumps use air conditioning technology to cool your home down throughout the year but can also be switched to heating mode to effectively heat your home as well. Let’s go over why heat pump installation is the answer to your heating problems. 

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Why Your Heat Pump Needs Maintenance Twice a Year

Sunday, October 15th, 2023

Although heat pumps have been around for a while, they’ve surged in popularity over the last several years. And so it’s understandable that many homeowners who own a heat pump have no idea that maintenance is supposed to happen twice a year. That’s because traditional central systems such as furnaces and air conditioners only need maintenance once a year.

The confusion is compounded by the fact that we live in Arizona where the cooling season is much longer than the heating season. Getting maintenance on a heat pump “every six months” makes perfect sense in areas that experience a new season every 3 months. 

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