Heat Pumps · Red Deer, AB
Heat Pumps in Red Deer, AB
A heat pump moves heat rather than making it, heating the house in the shoulder seasons and cooling it in summer. In Central Alberta it usually works alongside a furnace rather than replacing it.
Request an HVAC technicianHow it fits a cold climate
Cold-climate heat pumps keep working well below freezing, but on the deepest cold days a furnace or backup heat takes over. That hybrid setup lets the heat pump carry spring, fall and milder winter days.
Cooling included
In summer the same unit runs as an air conditioner, so a heat pump replaces the need for separate central air.
Defrost is normal
In cold, damp weather the outdoor unit melts frost off its coil every so often and may give off steam. A short pause in warm air during defrost is expected.
Placement and snow
Set the outdoor unit on a stand above the snow line, away from roof drip and drifting. Keep a clear path for air around it all winter.
Electrical needs
Heat pumps need a dedicated circuit, and older panels may need an upgrade. Ask about this during the quote.
Running costs
Savings depend on electricity and gas rates and how the system switches between heat pump and furnace. Ask the contractor to explain the switch-over setting.
Get a quote
Share the home's size, the furnace's age and whether you want cooling too. Send a request and an HVAC technician will get in touch.
Ducted or ductless
A ducted heat pump uses your existing furnace ducts. Ductless units suit homes with boilers, additions or rooms the ducts don't reach.
Maintenance
Keep the outdoor unit clear of snow, leaves and grass clippings, change the indoor filter often and book a yearly check of refrigerant and controls.
Frequently asked questions
- Will a heat pump keep my house warm in January?
- On its own, maybe not on the coldest days. Paired with a furnace or backup heat, it handles the milder days and the furnace handles the deep cold.
- Do I still need an air conditioner?
- No. A heat pump cools in summer just like central air.
Other heating and cooling services
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Repairs, renovations and new projects. Tell us what you need and we'll pass it straight to an HVAC technician, who will call you to go over the job and give you a quote.
- Heating and cooling repairs, renovations and new projects
- Red Deer and the Central Alberta towns around it
- Get a quote before any work starts
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