Heat pumps are growing in popularity among Toronto homeowners as an energy efficient alternative to traditional furnaces and air conditioners. This comprehensive guide from Simply Smart Home covers everything you need to know about installing heat pumps in Toronto, including costs, benefits, and how they can improve home comfort.
Heat pumps provide home heating, air conditioning, and sometimes hot water from one integrated system. They move heat rather than generate it like a furnace does. Heat pumps use refrigerant and a compressor to absorb heat from outside air and transfer it inside your home.
There are different types of heat pump systems:
While initial costs are higher, heat pumps are much more energy efficient than alternatives. They provide the same comfort while using up to 50% less power than electric resistance and baseboard heating.
There are many great reasons to consider a heat pump for your Toronto home:
For homeowners looking to save on energy costs and make their home more comfortable, heat pumps offer an ideal solution.
Heat pump installation costs will depend on the size of your home and features you choose. On average, expect to pay:
Simply Smart Home offers competitive quotes for different heat pump systems based on your specific home and needs. There are also great rebates available. Qualifying heat pump installations can receive the Canada Greener Homes Grant of up to $5,000 along with additional provincial incentives. With Incentives, your out-of-pocket cost can be $7,100 lower effectively making Heat Pump Free for smaller homes.
Here are some things to keep in mind:
Ductless heat pumps, also called mini-split systems, provide heating and air conditioning without any ductwork required. An outdoor compressor is paired with one or multiple slim, wall-mounted indoor units to deliver conditioned air.
The technology works similar to a central heat pump. Refrigerant flows between the indoor and outdoor units to absorb and release heat. This allows a ductless system to extract heat from outside air in winter to provide indoor heating. It also cools your home by moving heat outdoors in summer.
Ductless heat pumps are an efficient upgrade over electric resistance heating and window AC units. They provide zoned climate control for specific rooms while using up to 50% less power.
Heat Pumps are designed to provide year-round heating and cooling since they move heat from one place to another. Heat pumps can provide full heating and cooling for your home in milder climates. However, in colder regions like Toronto, they typically don't fully replace furnaces. Once temperatures drop below about -25°C, the heat pump loses efficiency and your gas or propane furnace will kick in for supplemental heating. The furnace handles the coldest winter days while the heat pump does the majority of heating during milder weather in fall and spring.
As experienced HVAC contractors, Simply Smart Home has installed heat pumps in hundreds of homes across the Greater Toronto Area. We tailor recommendations to your specific space and budget to heat and cool your home. Our Technicians evaluate the right heating and cooling system for your home. Simply Smart Home handles the entire process from to installation to ensure your complete satisfaction. Contact us today for a heat pump quote!
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