4 Reasons Why You Should Upgrade to an Air-Source Heat Pump

Is your heating or cooling system older or in need of repair? Here are four reasons why an air-source heat pump could be your best upgrade option.

If you've noticed an increase in employee comfort complaints, excessive visits from the repairman or constant noise coming from your HVAC system, it's probably time for an upgrade. But what are your options?

You could simply replace your old air conditioning system and pair that with a new heating unit if needed, but what if you could take care of both with one new system? Keep reading to learn about air-source heat pumps and how they can benefit your business.

1. Efficient year-round comfort

Yes, you read that correctly. Air-source heat pumps can heat and cool your business. Many models are equipped with a reversing valve, which can change the direction heat moves within the system to warm or cool the indoor environment as needed.

You reduce the money and time spent installing two different systems, as well as the space they take up in your facility.

2. Lower energy and maintenance costs

Using outside air as "fuel" to heat or cool your business can help you save on energy costs. The upfront cost of installation may seem pricey at first, but the long-term savings make the upgrade worthwhile.

Other than cleaning filters, checking for leaks and performing other routine tasks to ensure the optimal operation of your heat pump, routine servicing and maintenance by a professional only needs to be performed once a year. Fewer service visits leave more money available in your budget.

3. Improved performance, efficiency and safety

Whether you upgraded to enjoy the new, efficient technology or because your old system reached the end of its lifespan, a new air-source heat pump can benefit your business simply by being more effective than your previous heating and cooling system.

If you're switching from a combustion-based system, you'll also enjoy increased safety and efficiency. Air-source heat pumps use electricity instead of fuel to generate heat, reducing carbon emissions and potential safety concerns.

4. Better business environment

Air-source heat pumps filter the air to remove allergens and pollutants before they enter your business space. They can also provide humidity control, removing excess moisture that can lead to mold and mildew growth. Healthier air means healthier and happier employees.

Some heating and cooling systems can be noisy, disturbing your employees and impacting productivity. Heat pump systems with outdoor units produce 40 to 60 decibels of noise — equivalent to a dishwasher or normal conversation. However, ductless mini-split models located inside the building only produce 20 to 40 decibels, which is about the sound of a whisper.

Ready to upgrade? Let our Business Offerings for Sustainable Solution (BOSS) program’s incentive help with the cost of your heat pump HVAC upgrade project! Go to our website, https://www.ladwp.com/BOSS, email [email protected] or call (213) 367-3436 for more information and apply today. Look for an ENERGY STAR®-certified unit to maximize energy and cost savings. ENERGY STAR heat pumps are independently tested to meet strict U.S. Environmental Protection Agency efficiency requirements.