It’s finally time to give your heater a break. With the onset of spring, many Ohio residents are wondering which cooling method will keep their home the most comfortable. Heat pumps and air conditioners are two of the most common systems used to bring a home’s temperature down. Here is a breakdown of the two.

Heat Pumps

A heat pump pulls heat from the outside air and uses it to warm your home during the cooler months. During the spring and summer, a heat pump will pull heat out of your home instead.

As a result, a heat pump’s major advantage is that it can heat and cool a home. This makes it an economical solution for many budgets, and a space-saver for smaller homes. This appliance’s year-round use also means that it has a shorter life span – often 12 to 15 years.

Central Air Conditioners

Air conditioners work by removing heat from the air in your home and releasing it outdoors. As air passes through your system, a set of coils absorbs its heat. Refrigerant is circulated through this closed loop system to cool the air further before it makes its way through your ducts and into your home.

Air conditioners have an average life span of 15 to 20 years. They are largely used during the spring or summer since homeowners will need to rely on a furnace to heat their home during the cooler months.  

If you’re wondering whether an air conditioner or heat pump is right for your home, contact the experts at Overcashier & Horst Heating and Air Conditioning. These Sylvania, OH, HVAC contractors have served the region’s residences and businesses for more than 60 years. Learn more about their comprehensive air conditioning repair and maintenance services online. To schedule your free estimate, give them a call today at (419) 841-3333.