What Is a Heat Pump? How It Works & When You Need Backup Heating
What Is a Heat Pump? How It Works & When You Need Backup Heating
Wondering what a heat pump is, and how it’s different from an air conditioner?
In this short video, Mark from Fountainhead Mechanical breaks it down in plain English. From understanding how a reversing valve works to why heat pumps are more efficient than traditional furnaces, this video helps condo boards, property managers, and homeowners understand when and how heat pumps work best, especially during Calgary’s freezing winters.
What You’ll Learn:
What a heat pump is and how it works
The key difference between a heat pump and an A/C unit
How heat is transferred (not generated)
When a heat pump needs backup (and what kind)
Why heat pumps can save you up to 75% on heating costs
Whether you're managing a condo or upgrading your garage heating, this video gives you the knowledge to make smarter, energy-efficient decisions.
