With summer temperatures rising, staying cool is an absolute necessity! Are you looking for a new air conditioner or heat pump? There are many factors to consider, but they can feel overwhelming to navigate alone. Reading through the technical jargon, various cooling options, cooling capacities, availability, how each unit works, and the benefits are confusing enough to make anyone’s head spin. No need to worry, we will walk you through the ins and outs of heat pumps and air conditioners so you can get the unit you need.
Heat Pumps
Heat pumps serve two functions, they can heat or cool a space making them useful all year round.
On a basic level, a heat pump works by redistributing the heat from inside your space and moving it outside making your space cooler. They can also be used to heat your home or business by using the reversing valve which causes this process to switch directions and begin extracting heat from the outside source and placing it inside.
There are two main categories: air-source and geothermal heat pumps. These types help classify where they are extracting their heat from. For example, an air-source heat pump works by extracting heat from the air outside and releasing it inside your desired location or reversing that process to cool the inside of your home or business.
In addition to being useful all year long, heat pumps are also more energy-efficient and environment-friendly. This means you might be qualified to seek a tax credit for your geothermal or air-source heat pump!
Options
Different Options Include:
- Bard (Wall-Mounted Heat Pumps)
- Bebco (Window Heat Pumps)
- Comfort-Aire (Vertical and Horizontal Geothermal Heat Pumps)
- Ducane
Air Conditioners
Air conditioners are what typically come to mind first when people think about cooling their home or business. They come in a variety of sizes and styles making them a good fit for many industries and applications. Contrary to what one might think, rather than adding cold air to your space, they actually work similarly to the heat pump. However, they cannot be reversed to transfer heat into your space.
Options
When it comes to air conditioners, there are so many different types for you to choose from. It’s important to consider your application and the specific functions you want the unit to perform.
Different Options Include:
- Central Air Conditioners
- Ductless Air Conditioners
- Window Air Conditioners
- Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC)
- Vertical Packaged Units (VPU)
- Portable Air Conditioners
For more information on each of these units check out “Keeping Cool with Air Conditioning”.
Ask the Cool People
Air conditioners and heat pumps are crucial for the comfortability of your space. Need more help deciding what is right for you?
When in doubt, contact a cooling specialist to answer any questions and help you select which climate solution is best for you!
ISC Sales has a complete team of cooling application experts who can guide you through your decision-making process. Call us at (877) 602-0010 to help identify the best products to keep you and your space comfortable.
