Axiom Home Services, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Energy Efficiency’

HVAC FAQ: What’s a Heat Pump?

Sunday, November 5th, 2017

heat-pump-outdoor-unitHVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) and the industry that surrounds it contains a lot of terminology that, frankly, no average homeowner needs to know. Still, there’s one term we think people in most parts of the U.S., especially those in warmer climates, should know: heat pump.

While it may sound like a “heat pump” would be a heating system, this is only half true. A heat pump is primarily an air conditioner, but it has the ability to heat a home as well. This heating and cooling all-in-one system is ideal for New Mexico residents and is capable of keeping you comfortable efficiently all year long.

Continue Reading