Thinking about making a change to your home’s heating and cooling system? If your furnace or air conditioner is old, needs repairs more and more frequently, or has just been struggling to keep your home comfortable, you could likely benefit significantly from installing a new HV
Are you considering an upgrade for your home’s heating and cooling? If your current HVAC system is more than 10 years old, needs frequent repairs, or just isn’t keeping up with New England’s harsh seasons, a heat pump replacement might be the best choice for saving energy and improving comfort.
At Kearney, our team of NATE-certified technicians have extensive experience installing and servicing all types of heat pumps, air conditioners, and heating systems. We stay up to date on the latest technologies and available rebates to find reliable, tailored HVAC solutions for local homeowners in North Shore, MA and Seacoast, NH.
Why Modern Heat Pumps Outperform Older Systems
Today’s heat pumps are more efficient, reliable, and versatile than ever before. Advances in technology allow modern systems to deliver consistent comfort even in more extreme temperatures, while using less energy.
Older heat pumps can often struggle in cold climates, leading to problems like uneven temperatures or breakdowns. Today’s ducted and ductless systems use advanced controls to maximize performance, making them the best heat pump systems for Massachusetts and New Hampshire homes.
Understanding SEER and HSPF
Modern heat pumps come with high efficiency ratings, such as SEER and HSPF.
- SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio)
Measures how efficiently a heat pump cools your home. The higher the SEER rating, the less energy the system uses and the lower your summer cooling costs. - HSPF (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor)
Indicates how efficiently a heat pump heats your home. Higher HSPF ratings mean more warmth for less energy, especially important during New England winters.
How Long Does a Heat Pump Last?
Modern heat pumps are built to last, with a typical life expectancy of 15–20 years for new, high-efficiency systems. With professional preventative maintenance, you can maximize your system’s lifespan and keep it running efficiently for years to come.
Ducted vs. Ductless: Find the Best Heat Pump near You
Kearney HVAC specializes in high performance systems, like Mitsubishi Electric Heating & Air Conditioning systems, and we can help you choose the best fit for your home. We install both ducted heat pumps and mini splits:
- Ducted Heat Pumps
Ideal for homes with existing ductwork in good working condition, ducted heat pumps provide efficient, whole-home heating and cooling. They’re a great solution if you want to replace an older furnace or central AC system, offering advanced comfort and energy savings without major renovations. - Ductless Heat Pumps
Perfect for additions, older homes without ducts, or spaces that need targeted, room-by-room comfort. Ductless mini splits are easy to install, require no ductwork, and allow for independent temperature control in each zone.
Save More on a New Heat Pump with Rebates & Incentives
Upgrading to a new heat pump is more affordable than ever. Mass Save® rebates offer up to $10,000 in savings for qualifying installations, and NHSaves® offers heat pump rebates for Seacoast area homeowners. Kearney stays informed on what rebates and other incentives are available locally.
Trust Kearney for heat pump and mini split repair, maintenance, and expert installation. Call 978-388-0845 or contact us online to get started with Mitsubishi Electric today.AC system.
Over the last ten years, an all electric, energy-efficient alternative to traditional furnaces and air conditioners has emerged on the market: heat pumps. If it’s been a while since you looked into these HVAC systems, you might be wondering: Is heat pump efficiency in cold weather and warm weather better than it used to be, and can you rely on heat pumps to keep your Massachusetts or New Hampshire home comfortable all year long?
Why Today’s Mitsubishi Electric Heat Pumps Are Better Than Ever
Heat pumps are a little different from other HVAC systems—they transfer heat from one location to another via a refrigerant line, instead of creating it. In the summer, heat pumps absorb heat in indoor air and bring it outside to cool you down. In the winter, the process is reversed, and heat pumps can take heat from outdoor air (even cold air contains some heat) and bring it inside to warm you up.
7-10 years ago, heat pump technology wasn’t as good as it is today. Efficiency ratings were lower than they are today, and for many homes, heat pumps weren’t a cost-effective option. That’s changed. Mitsubishi Electric has been leading the charge on heat pump technology, and in the same way that the average car gets more miles per gallon than they used to, today’s heat pumps are more powerful and require less energy to run.
Understanding Heat Pump SEER Ratings
There are a few different ways to rate heat pump efficiency, including HSPF (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor) and EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio). But the most common rating you’ll find is SEER, or Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. Both heat pumps and air conditioners are given SEER ratings, which can start at 13 and increase to the high 20s or even low 30s.
Mitsubishi Electric mini splits and ducted heat pumps come in a wide variety of models and SEER ratings, from budget-friendly to top-of-the-line, ultra efficient units. But regardless of which model you choose, today’s heat pumps are significantly more advanced than the technology available even a few years ago, and as such, many of the common criticisms of heat pumps (that they aren’t that much more efficient than a furnace or AC; or they struggle to heat your home when the weather’s cold) aren’t a factor anymore!
Save More with Kearney HVAC and Mass Save Heat Pump Rebates
Not only are today’s heat pumps more efficient, but thanks to local rebates available, upgrading your home or business with Mitsubishi Electric heat pumps from Kearney HVAC is affordable as well!
The Mass Save program offers a number of different rebates for energy efficiency upgrades in your Massachusetts home, including savings of up to $10,000 for heat pump installation, as well as 0%, 7 year loans. Kearney has a long history of working with Mass Save, making it easy to reduce your upfront costs and start saving sooner on your heating and cooling costs.
