Get comfortable with energy savings with a high-efficiency heat pump system. There are several varieties of heat pumps to choose from depending on your needs and preferences.
Electric or Full Heat Pump System
- Serves all heating and cooling needs year round.
- In the summer, the heat pump cools like a high-efficiency air conditioner.
- During moderate winter temperatures, the heat pump is your primary heating source.
- During the few days per year when the temperature drops below 25-30 degrees, electric heating strips work alongside your heat pump to comfortably warm your house.
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Hybrid Heat Pump System (sometimes referred to as "add-on")
- Replaces your air conditioner for summer cooling.
- During cold weather, the hybrid heat pump works with your existing furnace to warm your home.
- For moderate winter temperatures, the hybrid heat pump does most of the heating.
- As temperatures drop, the hybrid heat pump works in conjunction with your furnace to comfortably warm your house.
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Learn more about Heat-Pump Systems
How a heat pump saves you money
A heat pump lessens or eliminates the need for high-cost natural gas or propane for heating.
Cost per therm* As of 11-3-2009
Electric | Natural Gas | Propane |
$0.88 | $1.11 | $1.69 |
*A therm is a measurement of heat that allows comparisons of different types of heating fuels. Common measurements for natural gas, propane and electricity can be translated into therms.
With a heat pump system, you'll also benefit from Westar's lower rates throughout the winter. From October to May, we have a declining rate structure, making it more economical to use electricity to heat your home.
Sample annual home cost comparison
*Sample home is approximately 2000 sq. ft., 15 years old, with average air leaks.
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Use our Home Energy Calculator to figure your approximate savings.
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