Should I Use a Heat Pump in New Jersey?

Your home is your ultimate comfort zone, and you want to keep it that way. Today, there are so many HVAC systems on the market — how do you know which one makes the most sense for your home?

A heat pump is a great option. New Jersey homeowners are increasingly turning to heat pumps to heat and cool their homes. Heat pumps offer many benefits, including unbeatable energy efficiency. But is a heat pump the right fit for your home?

The HVAC experts at Len The Plumber Heating & Air are here to explain the ins and outs of heat pumps and explore the benefits these units offer New Jersey homeowners.

How Do Heat Pumps Work?

Heat pumps work by exchanging air outside your home for air inside your home and vice versa. During winter, a heat pump extracts heat from the outside air and transfers it indoors, where it’s distributed through ductwork.

In the summer, this process is reversed. Your heat pump keeps your home cool by transferring warm air from inside to outside.

Benefits of Heat Pumps

Because heat pumps simply transfer heat, they’re more efficient than other heating or cooling methods that burn fuel to do the same job.

When you switch to a heat pump, you can enjoy benefits like:

• Enhanced energy efficiency: According to the Department of Energy, some of the newest heat pumps on the market can reduce your energy consumption by up to 75%.
• Ultimate versatility: Because heat pumps can both heat and cool from one unit, they offer a simplicity and versatility that can’t be beat.
• Reduced carbon footprint: Heat pumps are the most eco-friendly heating and cooling options available today, so installing one in your home is a win for the planet.

Factors That Affect Whether You Should Choose a Heat Pump

If you’re weighing your options between a furnace, boiler, or heat pump, it’s important to consider factors like:

• Installation cost: Heat pumps may be more expensive than a furnace or boiler alone, but it’s always recommended to replace your heating system and air conditioner together. Replacing those two units with one streamlines your installation process and costs.
• Rebates and tax credits: You can claim up to $2,000 or 30% of the cost of your heat pump installation on your federal taxes until 2032.
• Utility cost: While gas is cheaper than electricity in New Jersey, electric heat pumps use significantly less electrical power than other electric HVAC systems. This means the average household could save significantly by switching to a heat pump from a gas heater or another electric heater.
• Energy efficiency: Heat pumps offer unmatched energy efficiency, with minimum cooling efficiency ratings of 15.2 SEER2 and 7.8 HSPF2 for heating efficiency ratings.
• Heating and cooling capability: Whereas furnaces or boilers need to be paired with a cooling system, heat pumps handle heating and cooling all from the same unit.
• Air quality: When you heat your home with gas heating systems, they can dry out the air, compromising your air quality. Heat pumps don’t use fuel to operate, so you don’t have to worry about cracked skin and other side effects of low indoor humidity.
• Ductwork: There are both traditional and ductless heat pumps. Ductless heat pumps, also known as ductless mini-splits, are ideal for zoned heating and cooling.

What Is Dual-Fuel Heating?

Dual-fuel heating systems use two fuels to heat your home instead of one. Typically, this involves combining a high-efficiency electric heat pump with a gas furnace.

During mild winter temperatures, your heat pump will be the cheapest and most efficient way to heat your home. But during more extreme cold, a gas furnace may be more cost-effective.

Using two sources of heat can allow you to actually heat your home for less than if you use only one system. An outdoor thermostat will detect which unit will heat your home most efficiently at any given outdoor temperature.

Trust Len The Plumber Heating & Air To Install Your New Heat Pump

Heat pumps are great for our local climate, especially for cooling your home in the warmer months and providing energy-efficient heat in the winter.

Len The Plumber Heating & Air’s technicians can happily walk you through your options and determine if a heat pump is right for your New Jersey home.

We’re committed to delivering unmatched service and high-quality products. With 24/7 emergency services, same day appointments, and financing options on approved credit, you can turn to Len The Plumber Heating & Air for all your heat pump installation needs. PSE&G customers can even get 0% financing for 84 months.

Contact Len The Plumber Heating & Air today to request heat pump installation in Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, or Mercer County.