Heat Pumps and Electric Heating - Heat Pump Pros and Cons

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brd1225
08-07-05, 06:51 PM
I live in CT. My home is all electric and I am looking to change this over to oil or gas. I currently have a wood pellet stove. My Electric company sent me a flyer in regards to installing a heat pump. Can anyone tell me a little about a heat pump and especially the thing the electric company probably will not.
My basement is completely finnished and there is no duct work. I was thinking maybe Hot Water baseboard.

Thanks

TigerDunes
08-08-05, 04:42 AM
brd1225

Here is a good primer on conventional heat pumps. The beauty about HPs is they provide both heat and AC. Of course, you must have ductwork to deliver the conditioned air. I am not certain this would be a good choice because of the area you live. You could consider a heat pump with a gas furnace backup for the coldest days(dual fuel) depending upon your budget and fuel rates. I have a dual fuel system-they work,save money, and seamlessly switch back and forth between heat pump and gas furnace in the winter. I recommend you discuss this with several experienced HVAC dealers and perhaps your utility companies.

Good Luck!

http://energyoutlet.com/res/heatpump/index.html

http://www.warmair.net/html/fuel_cost_comparisons.htm