Haha's Heating and Cooling

Kansas City homeowners replacing an older cooling system are starting to face a decision that was much less common years ago: Should I install another traditional air conditioner, or switch to a heat pump? Both can cool a home effectively. The important difference is what happens when summer ends. A standard central air conditioner provides cooling. A heat pump can provide cooling during summer and heating during cooler weather. That sounds like an automatic win for the heat pump, but the better choice depends on the home, existing equipment, utility costs, comfort expectations, and how the system will be used. Here is how the two options actually compare. First: They Cool Your Home in Almost the Same Way During summer, a heat pump operates much like a conventional air conditioner. Both systems: Move indoor heat outside Use refrigerant Have an indoor coil and outdoor unit Rely on proper airflow Need correct sizing Remove humidity while cooling From inside the house, homeowners may noti...