The Incredible Electric Heat Pump

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You’ve seen the experts’ reviews.  Now get a sneak preview of the two types of electric heat pumps recommended by builders and contractors across the region.

Air-to-Air Heat Pump

●         Most common type of electric heat pump.
●         Extracts heat from the air and transfers it either inside or outside your home, depending on the season.
●         Maintains consistent temperatures year round.
●         Can be installed in almost any home.
●         Low operating and maintenance costs.

 

 

 

Geothermal Heat Pump

●         Taps into the relatively constant ground temperatures.

●         Transfers warm air in or out of your home, depending on the season.

●         Heats and cools evenly.

●         Runs clean.

●         Environmentally safe.

●         Durable system that requires little maintenance.

●         Lowest cost of operation available.

 

Additional Electric Heating Options

Radiant Heating

Radiant heating can be installed in the ceiling, walls or floor of a home and can heat the entire house or just one part.  There are two types of radiant heating systems:

• Floor Heat:  With this system, electric heating cables, mats or pipes with hot water are installed below the floor.  Heat radiates from the floor to provide a comfortable, even heat throughout the area.
• Cove Heat: A long, narrow radiant heat is installed high on the wall of each zone with Cove Heating.  Heat radiates like the sun, traveling down to heat the room rather than rising to the ceiling.

Electric Thermal Storage

Electric thermal storage units store heat in dense ceramic bricks in each room.  As the thermostat calls for heat, air is circulated around the brick and into your living area, providing clean, quiet and comfortable heat.

Baseboard Electric Heat

Available in varying lengths, electric baseboard heaters are fastened to the wall near the floor in individual rooms.  It is the ideal option to add to rooms that are harder to heat or to use in homes without ductwork.  Each room has its own wall-mounted or unit-mounted thermostat.

Electric Forced Air Heating

An electric forced air furnace blows air over a series of electrically heated coils and distributes the heated air throughout the home through a ducting system.  Electric forced air systems can be coupled with air-to-air heat pumps or central air conditioners for year-round comfort.

For more information on electric heating options, call your local electric cooperative.