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What size heat pump do you need to heat a 1300 square foot home?
A commonly used formula is 600-650 square feet per ton. So it would be recommended to use a 2-ton heat pump for a 1300 square foot home. However, other variables are often considered, too, such as the age of the house.
What size heat pump is needed for 1700 sq ft single floor?
A 4 ton heat pump should be fine, depends on how well your house is insulated. If the house is well insulated you might be fine with a smaller unit.
Can we run our heat pump to heat the house even though the compressor is not working?
No. The compressor is needed to run in reverse in order to pull warm air from the outside to heat the home.
If you have a heat pump do you need an ac to to cool the house?
No, the heat pump will also cool the home.
Why is the heat pump auxiliary heat always on?
The heat pump auxiliary heat may be always on if the temperature outside is very cold and the heat pump alone cannot efficiently heat the home. The auxiliary heat helps provide additional warmth when needed.
What is a better way to heat your house fire or electricity?
Heat pump. (electricity)
Where in the house is a heat pump used?
A heat pump is often used in air conditioning units and refrigerators because a heat pump is used to transfer heat from one place to another. Often heat pumps are used to remove heat from a building
How do you know if you need a heat pump instead of a window unit?
Window units are used to heat specific areas of the home. If you want to heat your whole house a heat pump is the better choice.
What is the most efficient heat unit for heating a house during the winter months?
The most efficient heat unit for heating a house during the winter months is a heat pump.
How can a heat pump warm a house by causing a refrigerant to evaporate and condense?
A heat pump warms a house by transferring heat from outside to inside. This process involves the refrigerant evaporating at a low temperature outside the house to absorb heat, then condensing at a high temperature inside to release that heat. The cycle continues, transferring heat energy from one location to another.
How difficult is it to install a heat pump in your house?
I would recommend this site here http://www.ehow.com/how_2125874_install-heat-pump.html. It will give an easy step by step directions to install your heat pump.
Is a heat pump electric or gas?
All the heat pumps that I know of are electric. Some may have gas backup-- in very cold conditions , heat pump will not work, so some kind of backup is needed.
