Dual fuel systems pair a heat pump with a furnace or boiler. This way, your home will always be at the perfect temperature without sacrificing efficiency.
It’s a way to combine the best of both worlds and keep your home comfortable year-round.
They help you save money
Dual fuel systems take the load off your furnace or boiler. A heat pump can heat and cool your home. In warm weather, they work like air conditioners,
absorbing heat and moisture from the air. When the weather starts to get colder, they reverse the process, concentrating and redistributing heat to warm
your home.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), heat pumps are 50% more efficient than furnaces or baseboard heaters. But they have their limitations
when it comes to ultra-cold weather.
Air source heat pumps struggle with temperatures of 32 degrees Fahrenheit or below. When temperatures drop below freezing, the dual-fuel system switches
to the furnace. During the milder days of fall and early spring, you'll be able to heat your home more efficiently with a heat pump instead of a furnace.
Advantages of dual fuel systems
Here are some of the best parts of converting to a dual-fuel system:
They are more efficient. Since your furnace or boiler is only used when you absolutely need it, you will burn much less natural gas. Your furnace will also last
longer since it won't be overworked.
In the long run, you'll save money. Each cold day your heat pump runs in place of your gas heater, you get the difference. Additionally, some high-efficiency
heat pump systems qualify for tax credits. When you search for a model, be sure to check out these discounts.
You'll enjoy a quick payback period. You'll need to spend more upfront to install the system, but the return on investment is worth it.