Are Heat Pumps Cool? Know Their True Function.

A heat pump may be the most poorly named piece of equipment in the world of home comfort systems.

Here’s why:

1. Even in the midst of the coldest winter, the heat pump’s primary job in many climates is cooling … not warming.

2. That revelation comes as quite a shock to many who assume that a machine with the word “heat” in its title is toppled in most by a singular purpose: providing warmth.

3. Heat pumps achieve this cooling effect by removing heat from the inside of a building and redistributing it to outdoors (much like a refrigerator removes heat from its interior).

However, the magic of heat pumps extends beyond that cooling to also mean that the system can provide heating. By ‘running in reverse’ a heat pump can provide heating to the home as well. During this dual purpose, the heat pump moves refrigerant to the indoor coil to collect heat from the outdoor air (even in cold air there is heat to be had) and then sends that heat to the indoor air.

In all, the process that is used to cool the home is simply reversed and further evidence that these systems are an efficient option for year-round climate control — not just for heating, as used to be the thought. It’s during this reverse operation that you get a surprise twist of functionality that is an added benefit to their primary cooling function.

As a 2-in-1 heating and cooling system, heat pumps are a smart choice not only for their ability to efficiently cool a space, but also for their potential to warm it. Their energy efficiency will save you money on your utility bills and contribute to a smaller overall environmental footprint when compared to more traditional heating and cooling systems. Thus, while the title “heat pump” would seem to indicate an emphasis on the heating component, these systems are — in fact — quite cool. And they offer a seamless, eco-friendly way to keep your home completely comfortable all year long.

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