LOWER YOUR ELECTRIC HEATING COSTS
Your heating system is the single largest user of energy at home; it can account for almost 60% of your energy bill! To lower your electric heating costs, consider an energy-efficient heat pump. They transfer heat energy from the air or the ground to warm or cool your home. We also offer rebates on both air source and ground source heat pumps to make your upgrade more affordable.
GROUND SOURCE VS. AIR SOURCE
HEAT PUMPS
GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMPS
An electric pump circulates fluid through a loop of pipes buried underground. In heating mode, the fluid absorbs heat from the ground, which stays at a stable temperature. Heat is extracted from the fluid and delivered into your home. In summer, heat is redistributed back into the ground.
BENEFITS:
- Provides heating and cooling
- Low carbon heating solution
- Ideal for large lots and open spaces
- Reduces your electric heating costs by up to 60%
AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS
A compressor circulates refrigerant that absorbs and releases heat between the indoor and outdoor equipment. In winter, heat is pulled from the outdoor air to warm your home. In summer, the system pulls heat from within the home and transfers it to the outdoor air.
BENEFITS:
- Provides heating and cooling
- Easy to retrofit with your existing infrastructure
- Hybrid systems can reduce greenhouse gas emissions
- Reduces your electric heating costs by up to 30%
NEXT STEPS
Before you upgrade your heating system, it’s a good idea to first make your home as energy efficient as possible. Starting with building envelope upgrades, like insulation, will reduce your heating and cooling load, so your contractor will be able to properly size your heat pump system.
We also offer rebates and financial support for heat pump installations! Learn more about our air source heat pump and ground source heat pump offers and see if you qualify. Be sure to check which offer is best for you before starting any work, since some require pre-approval.
Check out the rest of our articles in our heat pump series.