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Serving Maryland, Virginia,
and Washington, D.C.
Serving Maryland and Washington, D.C.
Serving Fairfax and Loudoun
Counties and the surrounding area
24 Hour Emergency Services, 7 Days a Week
When considering your home’s heating and cooling needs, it’s essential to understand the differences between heat pumps and traditional air conditioners. While these two systems may seem similar on the surface, a heat pump contains several unique components that allow it to perform both heating and cooling functions. In this post, we’ll explore the key parts that distinguish a heat pump from an air conditioner: the reversing valve, the suction accumulation line, and the defrost system.
One of the most notable trends in heating and cooling technology over the last decade is the growing popularity of heat pumps. More families are opting to install heat pumps in their homes, and for good reason. This blog post will explore why heat pumps are becoming a preferred choice and highlight the key benefits driving this trend. If you’re considering upgrading your HVAC system, read on to discover why a heat pump might be the perfect solution for your home.
If you’ve never used a heat pump for home comfort before, you’ll likely have many questions about them. Most people in our area grew up in homes that used a combination of a furnace (gas or electric) and an air conditioner, usually housed in the same cabinet and using the same blower fan. A heat pump replaces both the air conditioner and furnace, working as a home’s combined cooling and heating system. It’s a great convenience, and if installed properly a heat pump can be a money-saving addition to a house.
But can a heat pump do as effective a job at heating and cooling as either a furnace or an air conditioner? Does the two-in-one functionality mean sacrificing power? Since summer is coming up, we’ll address the question of cooling first (and we will have a little to say about heating at the end).