Are you shopping for a new cooling system for your home? If so, you’ve probably already considered purchasing a central air conditioner or ductless AC system. But there’s another HVAC system that’s perfect for homeowners in El Paso, Texas. Read on to learn how a heat pump cools your home in the summer and the benefits of installing one:
How Does a Heat Pump Work?
Heat pumps extract heat from one area and transfer it to another, circulating refrigerant through a cycle of evaporation and condensation. During the cycle, a compressor operates to pump refrigerant between two coils – the heat exchangers.
The refrigerant evaporates at low pressure in one coil and absorbs the heat from the surrounding area. It’s then compressed on the way to the second coil, where it condenses at high pressure and releases the heat it previously absorbed.
A heat pump’s cycle is reversible, which means it can provide you with heating in the winter and cooling in the summer. It also helps dehumidify your home. One of the most common types of heat pumps is an air-source heat pump. It can absorb heat from the outdoor air during the winter and push heat out of your home during the summer.
Components in a Heat Pump System
Heat pumps have numerous components that are essential to operation, including:
- Refrigerant
- Reversing valve
- Coil
- Evaporator
- Compressor
- Condensor
- Expansion device
- Plenum
Benefits of a Heat Pump Installation
Here are the biggest benefits of installing a heat pump in your home:
- Lower energy bills
- Provide better dehumidification
- Safer heating systems to operate
- Improve indoor air quality
- Add to your home’s value
- Save space
- Offer free hot water when equipped for it
Are you interested in learning more about heat pumps? Contact The Home Systems Heating & Cooling today at (915) 858-4141. We’re happy to help customers in El Paso and the surroundings communities in Texas and New Mexico.
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