Think of a heat pump as an air conditioner that can run in reverse. In summer it pulls heat out of your home; in winter a reversing valve flips the refrigerant flow, and the same compressor draws heat from the outdoor air and brings it inside. Because it moves heat instead of creating it, a heat pump can deliver two to three times more heat energy than the electricity it uses, which is a big reason homeowners in Troy, MI are making the switch as older systems wear out. Today's cold-climate models, built around variable-speed inverter compressors, keep producing useful heat well below freezing, far beyond the heat pumps of twenty years ago.
Most of our service calls are for AC Repair and Furnace Repair. If something has stopped working, start there.
Warning Signs for Heat Pump Installation
Recognizing the warning signs early can save you time and money. These are the signals our technicians see most often:
- An older system that only survives on refrigerant top-offs and major repairs
- Simpler ownership, with one outdoor unit handling both seasons
- You are moving toward an all-electric home or adding solar panels
- Rooms run hot in summer and cold in winter on the existing equipment
- An aging AC and furnace you would rather replace with a single system
- You want quieter, more consistent comfort than your current system delivers
- Your utility offers rebates that favor heat pump conversions
- You heat with electric resistance, propane, or oil and the bills show it
Don't Wait for a Total Failure
Most HVAC failures start small, a weak capacitor, a squealing blower, a system that runs a little longer each week. If you notice any of these signs, call (248) 278-1826 for a prompt inspection.
