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 Let’s go over the benefits of both systems so you can make an informed decision when it’s time to replace an outdated AC system.
Ducted Heat Pumps
The name “heat pump” often throws people for a loop. But the name makes more sense when you know how heat pumps work. In cooling mode, heat pumps “pump” heat from inside your home and disperse it outside. In heating mode, heat pumps “pump” heat from outside and disperse it inside.
It also helps to think of heat pumps as an air conditioner with the added advantage of being able to reverse the flow of refrigerant to provide heating in addition to air conditioning. This can be a major selling point for some homeowners who like the idea of a two-in-one system.
Ducted heat pumps even have the same setup as a central air conditioning system. They consist of an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. They rely on ductwork to deliver the conditioned air to your home. Is your ductwork old and outdated, or does your home lack ductwork altogether? A ductless heat pump (also known as a ductless mini split) may be the better option.
Ductless Heat Pumps (Mini Splits)
There are many situations where a ductless mini split is an ideal configuration for homeowners who want the ultimate in zone control and energy savings. These systems consist of a single outdoor unit and several wall-mounted air handlers in the rooms or zones of your home.
Say you work from home in a small office. You can set the mini split in the office to run at a cooler temperature than the rest of the home, saving energy and money on utilities. Compare that to a central AC that can only cool down the entire home, even though you only use one room from 9-5.
Central Air Conditioners
Central AC technology has advanced significantly in the last decade. With variable speed options and inverter technology, today’s modern central AC systems are also designed to use less energy.
Instead of only two modes, off and on, there are central AC systems that can run at a lower power level. This is ideal when the weather is mild and you don’t need your AC system to run at full power to quickly cool down your home. You’ll enjoy reduced energy consumption and lower utility costs by upgrading to a more advanced AC system
Are you still not sure if a heat pump or central AC is right for you and your family? Contact us today for more information. We’ll help you make the best decision.
Don’t waste your time with the run-around. Give the AZ Perfect Comfort team a call to schedule your appointment for heat pump services in Glendale, AZ and let us do it right the first time!