Switching to a Heat Pump in Langley
More Langley homeowners are switching to heat pumps for efficient heating and summer cooling in one system. A little planning makes the switch go smoothly.
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Furnace and ducts, baseboard heaters or a boiler each lead to a different heat pump setup.
Ducted systems
With existing ducts, a ducted heat pump can replace or work alongside the furnace.
Ductless systems
Without ducts, ductless heads serve individual rooms or zones.
Backup heat
Electric strips or a gas furnace can cover the coldest days.
Electrical panel
Some homes need a panel upgrade. Ask early.
Outdoor unit placement
Away from bedroom windows, with clear space and a stable base.
Strata rules
Townhouses and condos need approval for outdoor units.
Rebates
Ask your contractor which programs currently apply.
Running costs
A contractor can explain how heating costs may compare with your current system.
Next
See heat pumps.
Give it time
Heat pumps run longer at lower output than furnaces. A house that feels evenly warm is working as intended.
Sizing for winter
A heat pump sized only for summer cooling may struggle on cold winter nights. Ask the contractor to size it for heating and explain how backup heat will be used.
Thermostat setup
Heat pumps work best with steady settings. A thermostat set up for the heat pump avoids running backup heat when it isn't needed.
Keeping the furnace
If your furnace is still in good shape, a hybrid setup lets you keep it as backup and switch to the heat pump for most of the year.
Noise checks
Ask about the outdoor unit's sound rating if it will sit near a bedroom, a patio or a neighbour's window.
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