Heat pumps · Comparison
Heat pump vs furnace
A furnace burns fuel to create heat. A heat pump moves heat from outside air into the home. That difference drives efficiency, emissions and how each performs in extreme cold.
Equipment we install
Selected for your home. Designed to work together.
Side by side
Efficiency
Heat pumps can deliver more heat energy than the electricity they use; furnaces deliver less heat than the fuel they burn.
Cooling
A heat pump also provides air conditioning; a furnace does not.
Extreme cold
Furnace output doesn't change with outdoor temperature; heat pump capacity declines, so backup is planned.
Operating cost
Depends on your electricity and fuel prices — we calculate it with your actual rates.
The hybrid option
Many homeowners pair a heat pump with a furnace, letting the heat pump do most of the work and the furnace cover the coldest hours.
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Find the right heat pump for your home.
Sized for your climate, ductwork and current heating fuel.