AC Comfort Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Heat Pumps’

How Heat Pumps Are Better Than Furnaces (and Where They Fall Short)

Monday, November 6th, 2023

Heat pumps are an excellent option for replacing a furnace, especially in our region. There are many ways that a heat pump is better than a furnace but the systems also have their shortcomings. If you are interested in heat pump installation in Houston, TX give our team a call to schedule your in-home assessment.

We can talk to you about your options between both heat pumps and furnaces. Then we can find out what you hope to get out of a heating system. Is consistent comfort a major concern or are you more interested in energy efficiency? The good news is, you don’t have to choose or make sacrifices. Keep reading to learn how our team can help you choose a heater that meets all of your needs and exceeds your expectations. 

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Is a Heat Pump as Effective as an AC for Cooling?

Monday, July 3rd, 2023

Heat pumps are an increasingly popular choice among homeowners as a trusted solution for residential heating and cooling. If you are interested in heat pump replacement in Katy, TX, our team is here to help. You can give us a call for your in-home heat pump assessment and we can answer any questions that you have about these particular systems.

You may decide to go with a different type of air conditioner, and if you do our team can still help. While a heat pump is an excellent choice, it may not be what you want. You deserve an AC solution that you feel confident with, no matter what it is. If you’re not familiar with how heat pumps work, you can keep reading to learn more about the many benefits they offer and how they operate. 

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How Does an Electric Furnace Fare Against a Heat Pump?

Monday, January 11th, 2021

HVAC-iconsIf you live in an all-electric home, there are several choices available to you when it comes to heating during the winter. The two main ones are the electric furnace and the heat pump. Because we don’t experience fierce winters here in Katy, your heating system will run for only a short season—but that doesn’t mean that just any heater will do. 

In fact, choosing between a heat pump and an electric furnace is a big decision, because it will also affect how you cool the house. A heat pump is a two-in-one system that works as both an air conditioner and a heater, so if you choose a heat pump installation, you’re also making the decision on how you’re cooling the house. If you choose an electric furnace, you’re also deciding to either keep your current AC or install a separate AC unit.

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Warning Signs You Need Heater Repair

Monday, February 11th, 2019

furnace-with-pipesThe weather is Texas can be … weird. That’s why an HVAC company like ours can find itself busy around the year helping people with their air conditioning systems—but still need to be ready in a pinch to help out when heating systems start to suffer from problems. It’s our job to be ready for whatever the shifts in the weather can throw at our customers.

Right now, we’re on the watch for wherever we need to deliver heating repair in Katy, TX. And we want to help you be on the watch as well. The sooner you realize something is wrong, the sooner we can fix it, and the less expensive it is likely to be. Here are some common warning signs that you might need your heater repaired (aside from the obvious, like when the heater doesn’t provide any heat!).

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Don’t Forget to Schedule Heating Maintenance

Monday, October 22nd, 2018

service-blue-markerOur air conditioning systems here in Texas do work all around the year. A warm day is never far off, even in January and February. Because of this, locals often don’t think much about the heating systems in their homes or the important work they do, and they end up forgetting to schedule their annual heating maintenance. This can lead to trouble!

Now that we’re well into the fall, we urge you to arrange for maintenance for your residential heating system with our team. The sooner you call, the easier it is to make a convenient appointment.

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