Heat pumps have been growing more popular each year, and for good reasons. They’re efficient, quiet, and can both heat and cool a home with one simple system. Plus, the Inflation Reduction Act’s tax incentives make these systems an even more affordable option. But with the desert southwest’s brutal summer heat, many Arizona homeowners are left wondering whether heat pumps work in Arizona. Is using heat pumps in Yuma, AZ, a good idea?

What to Know About Using Heat Pumps in Arizona

Heat Pumps: How Do They Work?

Heat pumps simply move heat from one place to another. To cool a house in the summer, these systems pump hot air from inside a home to the outdoors. To heat a house during cool winter evenings, they pump warm air from outside into the home. While some systems struggle to gather enough outdoor heat during extremely cold winters, Arizona homeowners don’t have this problem. That can make heat pumps an ideal option for houses in our region.

Should I Get a Heat Pump?

Here are a few more considerations for deciding whether a heat pump is the right choice for you:

  • Air-source heat pumps are electric. If you have gas service at your home and a gas-powered furnace that works well, a central air conditioner might make more sense and you’ll avoid paying for redundant systems.
  • On the other hand, heat pumps are extremely efficient heaters because they don’t generate heat, they just move it. So, if your furnace is on its last legs, a heat pump will keep your Yuma home warm on cool winter nights (for pennies a day) and provide a reliable backup cooling system for spring and fall days.
  • Heat pumps don’t use air ducts. If your house doesn’t already have air ducts installed for whatever reason, you can omit the air duct installation expense from your HVAC project by choosing a heat pump system.
  • Heat pumps are zoned systems. That means you can easily save energy and concentrate heating or cooling in occupied rooms.

Are All AC Units in Arizona Heat Pumps?

No, they’re not. As of 2020, about 86% of Arizona homes relied on central air conditioning systems, many of which are packaged rooftop units (or RTUs). These are not the same as heat pumps. Some homes also use evaporative coolers (also called “swamp coolers”) at certain times of the year to both cool and humidify.

Who Offers Heat Pump Installation in Yuma, AZ?

When you need professional heat pump service in Yuma, AZ, One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning® of Yuma can help. Our technicians are trained and experienced in working with all types of central air conditioners, furnaces, and heat pump systems. We will be happy to help you design an HVAC system that will meet your home’s heating and cooling needs. Then, we’ll complete a professional installation or replacement that will keep your home comfortable for many years to come.

To get started, call (928) 218-3797 or request an appointment online!