Ductless Heat Pumps Are A Great Choice for the Cold Season

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Ductless mini-split heat pumps are miraculous little machines with both heating and cooling functions. They’re very common in countries like Japan and in parts of Europe, and they’re only getting more popular in the United States.

However, some people doubt the ability of heat pumps to work efficiently in colder weathers. While that may be true for temperatures that frequently reach near 0 degrees, heat pumps are more than capable of providing adequate heating to homes in Washington. Not only that, but they come with a few other benefits.

No Threat of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

While furnaces are relatively safe machines, it doesn’t change the fact that they pose the threat of carbon monoxide leaks. Carbon monoxide is an odorless and poisonous gas that can only be detected with carbon monoxide detectors. Furnaces that fall into disrepair increase the chance of carbon monoxide leaks.

With a ductless heat-pump, this threat is completely irrelevant. The mechanisms behind the heat pump have nothing to do with carbon monoxide, meaning that even a neglected and broken heat pump won’t pose a threat to your safety. You can go through the cold season with peace of mind.

And sure, heat pumps are susceptible to refrigerant leaks, but refrigerant is only harmful in very large quantities—you’ll definitely notice there’s a leak and be able to take appropriate action.

Save Money with Zone-Controlled Heating

Think about how often you actually need heating in every single room of the home. Especially if you have adult children who have moved out or are only around during breaks from school, you can see how it wouldn’t be necessary to heat their bedrooms constantly.

A furnace or traditional heat pump gives you no choice in the matter; they heat the entire home or none of it. Each ductless mini-split, however, is individually controlled, giving you complete control over which rooms get heated and for how long. You can expect to see much lower figures on your heating bills when you use your heat pumps wisely.

Plus, a heat pump installation in Tacoma, WA can also save you from those dreaded cold and hot spots—the rooms of that never seem to match the temperature of the rest of the home.

They Can Heat Your Water, Too

We don’t mean to suggest that a ductless mini-split can cool and heat your home and heat your water. We’re talking about a water heater that uses heat pump technology to heat your water, as opposed to using gas or electrical resistance.

Since heat pumps just move heat from one place to another—as opposed to generating heat—they can be two to three times more efficient than electrical resistance water heaters, such as tankless water heaters. If you’re torn between choosing a tank and tankless water heater, a heat pump water heater might be a good in-between option.

Are you considering heat pump technology for your home? Get in touch with an expert on heat pump technology! Contact Resicon LLC today to schedule an estimate.

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