In a world that is less and less predictable, with challenges bothering us from all sides, there are still a few small anchors of normality, stability and balance. One of the most important is undoubtedly the family home. And, fortunately, technological advances help us optimize time spent with family, especially when it comes to thermal comfort, especially in winter.
Hydro-Québec statistics show that two-thirds of Quebec households use electricity as a source of energy for heating. In second place is wood heating, which, moreover, is the most economical, while less than 15% of Quebecers use gas, oil or propane boilers.
Since electricity is not that expensive in Quebec, installing a central heat pump is a very good idea. As long as temperatures do not drop below -12°C, you can rely on a heat pump for heating. The heat pump is a system composed of a compressor and coils filled with refrigerant that extracts heat from the outside air and directs it indoors. It is an inexpensive device and simple to install and maintain. Additional advantage, the central heat pump also operates in air conditioning mode in summer, when the air circuit is reversed.
Heat pumps are designed for normal temperatures for the cold season, so most of the time you will not need an additional system, especially if your home does not have any insulation or sealing problems. However, on days when temperatures drop below -12°C, you must also use another auxiliary heating system which will help the heat pump during very cold temperatures.
Installing a central heat pump allows you to create an economical duo with the electric heating system already in place, because heat pumps are more efficient than electric systems and some models can operate at low temperatures down to -30°C. In addition, in summer, there is no need to install an air conditioner; the heat pump will be responsible for cooling the house. Thanks to the heat pump, you will be able to benefit from a constant temperature all year round and this will translate into reduced bills.
If you are considering purchasing and installing a heat pump, know that you can also benefit from subsidies. For more details on the optimal heating options for your particular case, do not hesitate to contact us !
