What is a Heat Pump?
Heat pump systems are a heating and cooling option for homes and businesses that run on all electric energy- so no gas furnace. When you have electric heating, it can be very costly to run your heat in cold weather. So, the answer to keep those energy costs lower is to have a heat pump system as opposed to your electric furnace.
A heat pump system is the most efficient electric heating option.
Heat Pump Thermostat Features
There are multiple types of heat pump thermostats, depending on the type of system you have heating and cooling your home. The major difference between a heat pump thermostat and a gas thermostat is the emergency heat feature.
Emergency Heat Feature
So, you have your heat pump, and you also have an electric furnace- if something goes wrong with the heat pump, of course, you still want heat. With the heat pump thermostat, you have the option to switch over to emergency heat, which shuts your heat pump off, and then you’re operating on your electric furnace.
There are also some thermostats that can be used with every type of heat system, and all you have to do is program the controls to the type of system you have.
Contact Us
If your home runs on electric heat and you are looking for a way to reduce your cost and have a more efficient heat system, contact us at Forquer Heating and Air Conditioning today. We can help you learn more about the heat pump systems and which thermostat will work best for you!
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