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Frank's Heating & Refrigeration is experienced in the service, repair, and installation of heat pumps in Crescent City, CA, and its surrounding area. A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from indoors to outdoors or from outdoors to indoors. For homes with no access to natural gas, heat pumps offer an efficient and reliable solution for heating and cooling.

How Do Heat Pumps Work?

In the winter, a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer, the process reverses, and it will remove heat from your home and transfer it outside like an air conditioner. Heat pumps do this so well that many people in warmer climates exclusively rely on a heat pump for year-round comfort. For those living in colder climates, they use electric-powered heat pumps in conjunction with their gas or oil furnace resulting in lower heating costs.

Heat pumps work with a series of coils drawing energy from air, water, or the ground. In this way, they are very environmentally friendly and are the most energy-efficient way to heat and cool your home. Heat pumps also work extremely efficiently, because they simply transfer heat, rather than burn fuel to create it. This makes them a greener alternative to traditional gas or oil furnaces. Though you may think you’re unfamiliar with them, they traditionally heat swimming pools and hot tubs, so you most likely have come in contact with them and not even known it.

Different Types of Heat Pumps

There are three types of heat pumps: air-to-air, water source, and geothermal. As mentioned above, they collect their heat from the air, water, and outside-your-home ground and concentrate it for use. Call Frank's Heating & Refrigeration to discuss the basic differences between these types and which one would work best for you and your home.

Are Heat Pumps Expensive?

Installation costs of heat pumps are higher than with a traditional furnace or air conditioner, but the savings over time in annual energy costs make up for the difference in five to ten years. Performing proper operation and maintenance of your heat pump will also save you money, as you’ll use less energy, thus resulting in less cost. Be sure to ask your HVAC professional for the proper thermostat setting and the indoor pump’s fan operation. Not following the recommended guidelines can inhibit the maximized running of the pump and can degrade the unit itself. Regular maintenance can prevent degradation as well. Consistent filter changing or cleaning is necessary for a well-running heat pump. Seasonal cleaning of coils and fans go a long way in preventing poor energy efficiency that can end up costing you more money. The energy difference between a well-maintained system and a neglected one can be anywhere from 10 to 25 percent.

To determine the appropriate type of heat pump for you, which can be contingent upon the geography and climate around your Crescent City, CA, or surrounding-area home or office space, or to discuss any of these topics, call us today at 707-464-9529 or request service online for an evaluation.

Heat Pump Repair in Crescent City, CA 95531

“The Ac and heating system was installed by FRANKS about 15 years ago. During that time I have had only 4 repairs, and yearly maintenance. The repair that was done today involved wires chewed by my dog, causing the system not to heat properly. Ryan was able to find the wires, that were buried in mud by my dog, and splice them together. The handler and heat pump are now working, and the house is warm again. I can't thank Ryan enough for fixing it. Great system that works flawlessly once you set the thermostatic. Set it and forget it!”
- audrey b.

Heat Pump Replacement in Brookings, CA 97415

“We recently had our heat pump and air return replaced by Orca. There was a service technician that was absolutely amazing. His name is Fernando, his professionalism and knowledge, and patience in answering all of our questions, put us at ease! Fernando is a true professional Thank you”

- Katherine J.

Heat Pump Repair in Brookings, CA 97415

“He was prompt and citrons as well as knowledgeable. He had my heat pump back in operation in no time”

- Janet H.

Heat Pump Repair in Crescent City, CA 95331

“Ryan was courteous, professional, and knowledgeable. He was able to resolve the problem with the heating system
in my home. Much appreciated!”

- Douglas A.

Heat Pump Maintenance in Crescent City, CA 95531

“Such a delightful, professional maintenance man. Able to answer any and all questions we had, even from a 3-year-old while throwing his sharks at him! Went about his work very quickly and efficiently. Very good experience.”

- Lynn L.

We find ourselves even more pleased with the care and the expertise provided by Frank and his first-rate staff

“During the last couple of years, my wife and I have enjoyed a TRANE Heat-Pump installed by Frank's Heating & Refrigeration for the heating and cooling of our home. After Frank's determined, through extensive assessment and calculation, the proper unit and the most effective size, we were matched with a perfect choice and a perfect fit … a system that is working flawlessly today. If we have a question or a problem, Frank's is quick to offer their help. And as of today, a couple of years later, we find ourselves even more pleased with the care and the expertise provided by Frank and his first-rate staff.”

- Rocky P.

Need Heat Pump Service?

Contact the experts at Frank's Heating & Refrigeration.

Call us at 707-464-9529!