Heat Pumps

Featuring the best heat pumps in Canada

The dual function of these devices makes them a fantastic eco-friendly heater and cooling system especially if your city experiences wide ranges in temperatures between seasons. While a vast range of heat pump systems are now available on the market in Canada, ArchiPro features only the best quality products selected from trusted suppliers. Our selection features both the air source and geothermal varieties.

Types of heat pumps

Air source hydronic heat pump

Air source heat pumps absorb heat from the outside air and transfer it to water, which then heats your home through radiators or underfloor heating.

Geothermal hydronic heat pump

Geothermal heat pumps or ground source heat pumps can either transfer heat to the ground to cool your home or from the ground to heat your home.  

The advantages of high quality heat pumps

Choosing a high-quality heat pump for your home brings many advantages. While they can have high installation costs, they are an excellent investment due to their high efficiency and low running costs. A quality model can last you up to 20 years. As the primary heating and cooling source that’s often installed in communal areas in a home, it needs to be quiet. Purchasing a first-rate modern product guarantees a less noisy system, which won’t be disruptive to you and your family.

How to choose a heat pump that’s right for you

When choosing one for your home, it’s vital to consider the size of the area you want to heat as you may require more than one. The size of the heat pump is also important as one that’s too small may not be able to heat the room to the desired temperature and may use more energy than one that’s the right size. At the same time, one that’s too large for the area will experience short cycling to maintain the desired temperature, which isn’t energy efficient. Another consideration is its placement in terms of aesthetics and effectiveness. Wall mounted, floor mounted, and ceiling mounted options are available.

Can a heat pump heat a whole house?

Wall-mounted models are best for heating one or two rooms but are unlikely to provide enough heat for a whole house. However, a single ducted heat pump system that’s ceiling mounted can heat and cool your entire home through a few discrete vents.

How many hours per day should a heat pump run?

Heat pumps should only be used when needed and not be left running all day. The timer feature is an excellent way to use yours effectively. For example, during those cooler months in Canada, you can set the timer to turn on before you wake up in the morning or get home from work in the evening. However, when you do turn yours on while you’re home, it will likely run constantly during winter as it will need to work harder to maintain the desired temperature.

How long do heat pumps last?

In Canada, They can last between 10 and 20 years if they’re well maintained and of good quality.

How close to the ceiling can a heat pump be?

This varies by model, but it’s good to allow a minimum of 4 cm to 15 cm between the ceiling and a high wall-mounted unit.