Every year, we see more homeowners make the shift to heat pumps in the Greater Toronto Area. As heat pumps gain popularity, we see some common questions asked. Will you make the change to a heat pump in 2022? Read on to learn about the wonderful benefits a heat pump offers.

Energy Efficient Alternative
Heat pumps have been proven to be more energy efficient compared to its competitive heating source alternative: furnace. A heat pump operates by pumping warm air throughout your home by first extracting cold air from outside and converting it into heat that is transferred throughout the home.

A conventional furnace requires energy to be converted, which ends up wasting a lot of energy. Because a heat pump does not rely on burning oil or gas to provide heat, it lowers carbon emissions and energy use. In addition, heat pumps require only a small amount of electricity to run, therefore being the more energy efficient solution to heating your home.

Dual Convenience: Heating and Cooling
A heat pump serves a secondary purpose: cooling. Though you may be confused as the name of a heat pump highlights heating, this system is also referred to a mini split air conditioner. So, a heat pump, or mini split air conditioner, provides homeowners both heating and cooling options. During the warmer seasons, a heat pump runs in reverse in order to provide cooling for your home. 

Eligible for Government Grants
The Government of Canada has implemented the Canada Greener Homes Grant to help Canadian homeowners make their homes more energy-efficient while; creating new jobs across Canada for energy advisors and fighting climate change. Eligible retrofits for the grant include ground source heat pumps and air and cold climate heat pumps. By opting for a heat pump, you may be eligible to receive funding while also reducing your carbon footprint.

Advantage of Safety
Because heat pumps do not have any open flames, as do many other heating alternatives, they are a safer option for homeowners. Additionally, heat pump owners do not need to have the fear of a carbon monoxide leak as a heat pump does not does not burn any type of fuel.

Heat pumps are a great solution for new homes or existing homes. Maple Air, Heating and Cooling experts in the Greater Toronto Area, can help you find a heat pump that best suits your needs. Contact us today to get in touch with a certified HVAC expert or to schedule a heat pump installation appointment.