{"id":1937,"date":"2023-06-19T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-19T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aprofessionalheatingandair.com\/blog\/?p=1937"},"modified":"2023-06-20T07:22:45","modified_gmt":"2023-06-20T11:22:45","slug":"central-ac-vs-heat-pumps-for-louisianas-climate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aprofessionalheatingandair.com\/blog\/central-ac-vs-heat-pumps-for-louisianas-climate\/","title":{"rendered":"Central AC Vs Heat Pumps for Louisiana’s Climate"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There are some terms that people might hear and immediately dismiss, assuming it doesn\u2019t apply to them. When you live in Louisiana and you hear the term \u201cheat pump,\u201d you might automatically assume that\u2019s something you\u2019ll never need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite being poorly named, heat pumps have surged in popularity lately among people who know they provide both heating and cooling. When you\u2019re researching air conditioning installation in Covington<\/a>, you might be debating if a heat pump or central AC is better for our hot, humid climate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s go over the basics of heat pumps and then discuss how they compare to central air conditioning systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why They\u2019re Called Heat Pumps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t know anything about heat pumps, it\u2019s essential to know how they work when deciding if one is right for you. It helps to think of a heat pump as an air conditioner that also has the ability to heat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay with us here. That\u2019s right, a heat pump uses the same technology that air conditioners use. They utilize refrigerant to provide cooling, just like a central AC. However, a heat pump has a feature called a reversing valve that allows it to reverse the flow of refrigerant and provide heat as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So why the name \u201cheat pump?\u201d In cooling mode, heat pumps work by extracting the heat from inside your home and \u201cpumping\u201d it outside. In heating mode, they extract heat from the ambient air outside and pump or transfer it inside to provide heating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So Which Is Better for Lousiana\u2019s Climate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We can\u2019t really say definitively which is better because there are pros and cons to each. It\u2019s up to each homeowner to weigh the advantages and disadvantages to decide. But you shouldn\u2019t worry that a heat pump doesn\u2019t have what it takes to handle our heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to how well heat pumps work in hot weather conditions, the answer is, just as well as a central air conditioning system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A drawback to heat pumps is that they cost more upfront to purchase than a central AC. But when you consider that you\u2019re also replacing your heating system, the cost is understandable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, because they\u2019re so energy efficient, you\u2019ll reap the benefits of decreased energy use and lower utility bills for as long as you own it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What About Humidity?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to the Department of Energy (DOE)<\/a>, \u201chigh-efficiency heat pumps also dehumidify better than standard central air conditioners, resulting in less energy usage and more cooling comfort in summer months.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help with humidity, look for a heat pump that has a feature called \u201cdry mode.\u201d This mode is used specifically to reduce humidity throughout the home. Sometimes by simply reducing the amount of humidity in a room, you\u2019ll feel more comfortable even though the temperature hasn\u2019t changed.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deciding which AC system to install is a huge one. If you have any questions about which cooling system is right for your home, don\u2019t hesitate to contact us to discuss your options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you need it done right contact Professional Heating & Air.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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