Heat Pumps: Myths vs Facts

Posted on by Jodi Russell

Heat pumps: myths vs facts

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myth: Heat Pumps are only for heating your home
Fact: Heat Pumps are used for climate control and can be used for heating or cooling your home. They also help control humidity by removing excess moisture from the air.

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Myth: Heat Pumps are expensive
Fact: The cost of installation is different depending on the company you hire but Heat Pumps have proven to be one of the most cost-effective home heating and cooling systems available.

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Myth: Heat Pumps can only be installed if you have existing duct work
Fact: There are many different types of Heat Pumps. Some units can be used independently while others can be used in conjunction with pre-existing ducts. This makes a Heat Pump a great option for many kinds of buildings.

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Myth: Heat Pumps don’t work in cold temperatures
Fact: Cold Climate Heat Pumps can run efficiently in temperatures as low as -30°C, making them ideal for use in Canada.

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Myth: Heat Pumps must stay on all the time
Fact: Even though there is no need to manually turn off your Heat Pump, they adjust according to external and internal temperatures and will sleep if there is no need to keep running, making them energy efficient.