Heat pumps are an increasingly popular option for St. Louis residents looking to supplement and enhance their HVAC systems. If you are here now, you must be scouring all the heat pump reviews with an interest in finding out whether or not this tool from the HVAC toolshed would be a worthwhile addition in your home. There are pros and cons to heat pumps, and we are here to help you by showing you what things to look for in a heat pump review as well as how to help make the right choice for your home.
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Get the Most Out of Heat Pump Reviews
If you are looking into getting a new heat pump installed in your home, checking out online heat pump reviews is a great opportunity to help you determine which models and types make the most sense for your home. However, there are a few different things to consider, and we want to make sure you get the most out of those heat pump reviews. In order to be of help, we list a few of the most important things to look for when it comes to heat pumps, and what to look out for as you read through those heat pump reviews.
- Type of heat pump – Heat pumps come in three varieties. Make sure you know which model you need for your home’s HVAC requirements before scrolling through a lot of heat pump reviews needlessly.
- Air-source heat pumps – Work by collecting heat from the air
- Geothermal heat pumps – Use ground or water sources by transferring heat between your house and those sources.
- Ductless mini-split – For treating homes without existing ductwork or individual rooms
- Energy efficiency – Heat pumps are renowned for their energy savings, however, make sure you are getting a model that indeed has good efficiency standards. We like to recommend that our customers opt for models with a SEER rating of at least 15, and an HSPF that is no less than 8.5.
- Climate – Different heat pumps fare better in different climates. Check heat pump reviews that are local to our St. Louis area climate to see which seem to last better. Or, you can always ask us!
- Sizing – Like most aspects of HVAC, making sure you have the right size heat pump to handle the space it is meant to treat is of utmost importance. We actually recommend having a heating and cooling professional measure the space to help calculate the load necessity.
- Installation costs – You will probably notice that the heat pump reviews you are reading all include a price for the specific model. However, what is often missing is the cost involved in installing it. If you would like an estimate, feel free to give us a call.
- Noise – While they used to be very noisy, modern heat pumps are being designed to run a bit more quietly. As you read through each heat pump’s review however, do be on the lookout, for noise ratings so that you don’t have to forgo peace for temperature.
- Brand reputation – With so many options on the market today, it is important that you select a model that is made by a brand with a good reputation. Any heat pump review worth its salt should include an evaluation of quality over cost and overall brand reputation.
- Warranties – Like their reputation, a good brand will back itself up by offering a good warranty of its products. Make sure you read the information pertaining to warranties available so that if your heat pump malfunctions, your wallet will not suffer.
- Customer scores – People love to offer their opinions on things, and while most of the time many of us do not care to hear it, in this case, go through what everyone has to say about each model you’re considering. You may find some good insights among the starred reviews and ratings.
- Special features – Technology is ever changing, and HVAC is no different. Make sure the heat pump reviews you are looking at include information about all the specs and functions of each model you are considering.
Good luck with your hunt and let us know how we can help further!
Get More Information on Heat Pump Reviews
If you are in the market for a new heat pump, and would like a bit more information than what can be found in simple online heat pump reviews, contact Galmiche & Sons today. We are heating & air conditioning industry experts and are happy to answer any questions you may have.
