Heat Pumps

Heat pump service.

Scott Brothers Heating & Air is experienced in the service, repair, and installation of heat pumps in Boone, NC, and its surrounding area. A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from indoors to outdoors or from outdoors to indoors. For homes with no access to natural gas, heat pumps offer an efficient and reliable solution for heating and cooling.

How Do Heat Pumps Work?

In the winter, a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer, the process reverses, and it will remove heat from your home and transfer it outside like an air conditioner. Heat pumps do this so well that many people in warmer climates exclusively rely on a heat pump for year-round comfort. For those living in colder climates, they use electric-powered heat pumps in conjunction with their gas or oil furnace resulting in lower heating costs.

Heat pumps work with a series of coils drawing energy from air, water, or the ground. In this way, they are very environmentally friendly and are the most energy-efficient way to heat and cool your home. Heat pumps also work extremely efficiently, because they simply transfer heat, rather than burn fuel to create it. This makes them a greener alternative to traditional gas or oil furnaces. Though you may think you’re unfamiliar with them, they traditionally heat swimming pools and hot tubs, so you most likely have come in contact with them and not even known it.

Different Types of Heat Pumps

There are three types of heat pumps: air-to-air, water source, and geothermal. As mentioned above, they collect their heat from the air, water, and outside-your-home ground and concentrate it for use. Call Scott Brothers Heating & Air to discuss the basic differences between these types and which one would work best for you and your home.

Are Heat Pumps Expensive?

Installation costs of heat pumps are higher than with a traditional furnace or air conditioner, but the savings over time in annual energy costs make up for the difference in five to ten years. Performing proper operation and maintenance of your heat pump will also save you money, as you’ll use less energy, thus resulting in less cost. Be sure to ask your HVAC professional for the proper thermostat setting and the indoor pump’s fan operation. Not following the recommended guidelines can inhibit the maximized running of the pump and can degrade the unit itself. Regular maintenance can prevent degradation as well. Consistent filter changing or cleaning is necessary for a well-running heat pump. Seasonal cleaning of coils and fans go a long way in preventing poor energy efficiency that can end up costing you more money. The energy difference between a well-maintained system and a neglected one can be anywhere from 10 to 25 percent.

To determine the appropriate type of heat pump for you, which can be contingent upon the geography and climate around your Boone, NC or surrounding-area home or office space, or to discuss any of these topics, call us today at 336-877-1702 or request service online for an evaluation.

Heat Pump Maintenance in Blowing Rock, NC 28605

“Andy from Scott Brother’s always leaves us reassured our mechanical system is well maintained and ready for the next season. -Thank you!”
- George V.

Heat Pump Maintenance in Lansing, NC 28643

“Curtis came for routine maintenance on our heat pumps and gas furnace. He was very thorough and knowledgeable, answered all our questions.”

- Jerry R.

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“As always, courteous, friendly, and professional.”

- Randy B.

Heat Pump Repair in Jefferson, NC 28640

“Efficient, polite and ON TIME! Explained step by step repair. Great company representative for your business.”

- John F.

Heat Pump Repair in West Jefferson, NC 28677-9020

“Recently moved to West Jefferson, our heat pump was blowing was blowing warm air when on cool
Luke came out and immediately found the problem , a wiring error on the newly installed thermostat ! He then ran a check on the entire system and found all in good working order
Luke was professional , knew his stuff and was all around great guy, we are on a contract now and want Luke to be our service tech !”

- Jim G.

Heat Pump Maintenance in West Jefferson, NC 28694

“Great job! Thanks Luke.”

- Matt S.

Heat Pump Maintenance in Creston, NC 28615

“Luke was respectful and professional. He completed the maintenance inspection in a timely manner and communicated clearly about the results with me. Thank you!”

- Elizabeth C.

Heat Pump Maintenance in Fleetwood, NC 28626

“Delaney provided excellent service”

- Linda O.

Heat Pump Maintenance in Banner Elk, NC 28604

“This particular visit was an unexpected "semi emergency" due to a burning smell coming from the heat vents. After my call to the office, Andy arrived in a few hours to check things out. He was able to identify the problem and correct the issue. I have complete confidence in the service and care I receive from the entire team at Scott Brothers.”

- Sandra P.

Heat Pump Repair in Jefferson, NC 28640

“Luke was terrific in his approach to my repair in that he effectively diagnosed the problem and installed only the parts necessary to resolve the problem.”

- Richard W.

Need Heat Pump Service?

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Call us at 336-877-1702!