They are easy to control with a wall thermostat. Central ACs require installation by a qualified contractor, and can be fairly expensive to purchase. Proper sizing is critical. If you don t already have a forced air heating system, ductwork will have to be installed. The existing ductwork must be properly sized and free of leaks and obstructions for the system to work efficiently.
Heat pumps are like conventional air conditioners except they also can provide heat in the winter.
There are a variety of types of heat pump technologies on the market. They have a high first cost but are extremely durable, if properly installed, require little maintenance and can last up to 20 years. A GSHP does not burn fuel to make its heat, rather it moves heat from the earth into the home in the wintertime and from a home into the ground in the summertime. GSHP are relatively expensive to install, and their payback periods vary according to local electric costs. When added to your present furnace, these heat pumps can cool your house in the summer and help with the heating load in the winter.