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Why Amana Heat Pumps Are Right for Older Homes

Older homes across the Durham Region and Toronto have a charm and character you can’t easily find in newer builds.
But they also come with specific challenges when it comes to heating and cooling.
Many older homes rely on outdated systems, uneven temperatures, high energy bills, or limited space for ductwork.
That’s where Amana heat pumps shine.
Their latest models are designed not only for efficiency but also for flexibility — making them an excellent choice for older homes looking to upgrade comfort without major renovation.
Here’s why an Amana heat pump may be the perfect fit for your older home.
1.
Flexible Installation Options
One of the biggest advantages of modern heat pumps is how adaptable they are.
Amana offers both ducted and ductless mini-split systems, which means you can choose the setup that fits your home’s current structure.
For older homes that lack proper ductwork, this is a game changer.
Instead of tearing apart walls or ceilings, a ductless heat pump gives you efficient heating and cooling with minimal disruption.
2.
Improved Comfort in Drafty or Uneven Rooms
Many older homes struggle with hot and cold spots due to aging insulation or outdated HVAC systems.
Amana heat pumps deliver more consistent temperatures by circulating air evenly throughout the space.
Ductless units can also target specific rooms that need extra attention, such as:
Additions
Basements
Attics converted into living spaces
Front rooms exposed to wind
Second floors that tend to overheat or chill
It’s a simple, effective way to bring comfort to the trickier parts of your home.
3.
Energy Efficiency That Lowers Monthly Bills
Older homes often rely on systems that weren’t designed with modern efficiency standards in mind.
By switching to a high-efficiency Amana heat pump, homeowners can significantly reduce their energy use.
These systems transfer heat rather than generate it, which means they use far less energy than traditional furnaces, baseboard heaters, or window air conditioners.
Over time, this can mean noticeable savings — especially during Ontario’s long heating season.
4.
No Combustion = Safer, Cleaner Operation
Many older homes still use oil, propane, or aging gas furnaces.
Heat pumps avoid fuel combustion entirely, which means:
No exhaust fumes
No carbon monoxide risk
No need for fuel storage
Cleaner operation overall
This makes Amana heat pumps a cleaner, safer option for families upgrading older houses.
5.
Quiet Operation for Homes with Thin Walls
Older homes weren’t always built with sound insulation in mind.
Amana heat pumps are designed for whisper-quiet operation, both indoors and outdoors.
Their variable-speed technology keeps noise low, making them ideal for houses where sound travels more easily.
You get year-round comfort without the constant hum of older equipment.
6.
Retrofitting Is Easier Than You Think
Many homeowners worry that replacing an old heating system will mean tearing apart their home.
Amana systems are built with retrofits in mind.
Depending on your layout, your home may support:
A ducted heat pump using existing ductwork
A hybrid system using the old furnace only as backup
A ductless setup for targeted rooms
A fully ductless whole-home solution
Twintech Heating & Cooling can assess your home and suggest the best path with minimal disruption.
7.
Improved Indoor Air Quality for Older Spaces
Older homes often have more dust, drafts, and inconsistent airflow.
Amana heat pumps naturally improve air quality by circulating and filtering the air more effectively.
This helps reduce dust, allergens, and dryness — especially helpful during winter when homes are sealed tightly.
8.
Long-Lasting Reliability With Strong Warranties
Amana is known for offering some of the best warranties in the HVAC industry.
For older homes where homeowners want dependable, long-term performance, this added protection is a major benefit.
It means fewer surprise repair bills and confidence in your investment.
A Smart Upgrade for the Comfort and Efficiency of Older Homes
Upgrading an older home doesn’t have to be complicated — especially when you choose technology built for flexibility and efficiency.
Amana heat pumps offer dependable performance, quiet operation, and installation options that respect the structure of your existing home.
If you own an older home in the Durham Region or Toronto and want better comfort, lower energy bills, and a modern heating solution, Twintech Heating & Cooling can help you choose the perfect Amana system and install it with care.
On coldest night of the year our furnace quit. At 8:40 in the morning Greg arrived and gave us a diagnosis and a recommendation. By 2:30 we had a new furnace and were warm again. Great company. Great customer service. Good reasonable price.
Peter, Pickering
Twin tech team was very efficient and prompt. They provided a quote within hours of request and got the job done on time. No disruption to home function. We would highly recommend this team. Job well done.
Our furnace bit the dust, and Twintech came out to troubleshoot and diagnose the problem within a couple of hours. Mitch was super helpful, patient, and answered all of our questions. When we decided to get the furnace replaced, the crew was over first thing the next morning and did a fantastic job. Not only did they complete the job in a few hours, but they cleaned up and respected our house as they went, and answered all of our follow-up questions. I've used Twintech for our HVAC needs in the past and will continue to do so. I'd recommend them to anyone, and it feels good to support a local, family-owned business.
Dave and the Twintech team were fabulous from day 1 and helped us through the process to identifying a new furnace and AC unit. This was our first time through this process and Dave did a thorough job explaining all the components and was very patience answering all our questions. Dave provided great insights and fair pricing.
The Twintech team did an awesome installation. Very clean and efficient. I would highly recommended their service.
We had a new Amana furnace installed by Twintech and we were very pleased with the installation. It is nice to have a warm house again.
Excellent job. Excellent service. Competitive price. Its rare to find a company with the knowledge and professional results we have experienced with Twintech. The clean and neat installation with attention to detail and drop sheers to respect our property is a clear indication of Twintechs high level of integrity. The 1-1/2 gas line upgrade they did for our pool 3 years ago was awesome. Can't say enough. Thank-you Twintech.
Twitch did a great job with the installation of our new furnace. I really appreciated their honesty and I could trust what they were telling me. Another company tried to suggest significantly more work at a greater cost claiming it was necessary to meet current building code. Twintech is very fair. All staff I meet were friendly, polite and trustworthy. I would recommend Twitch for a furnace.
This is a professional team that's easy to deal with. I would strongly recommend them
Very professional firm from start to finish!
They removed the old oil tank and furnace. They installed air conditioning and a new propane furnace.
Professional installation, on time and no mess.
Very pleased with their work and would highly recommend the company. Our house is three stories so they spent the time to do all the calculations to make sure we would have great performance on each floor.
Thank you again!
Upon a routine yearly maintenance, it was discovered there was a leak in the heat exchanger and a I needed a new furnace. I know nothing about these things and was completely stressed out. The company I had the maintenance plan with quoted me a huge number to rent a furnace, I just wanted to cry. Then I spoke to Dave at Twintech. He was so knowledgeable and calming, provided me a fair quote and within a few days I had an amazing crew show up to my house and install my new energy efficient furnace! I have already recommended these wonderful people at Twintech to a good friend of mine. Thank you Twintech!!
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We are very happy to recommend this company to everyone. Our furnace broke down on Sunday morning. We phoned them and before noon Grant the owner showed up. He worked on the furnace for about a hour not wanting to give up to fix the problem. The furnace was 17 years old. I was the one talking about replacing it. End result was the next day it was all done. On the Sunday Bob came over with heaters to warm up the house. We decided to replace the water heater at the same time. Thanks Grant for the excellent work. Thumbs up.
Right on time. Explained how to work the HRV in a different way so the house would not be so dry. Changed my whole house water filter for me as well. Friendly, helpful, caring service!
Very pleased with the professional service that TwinTech Heating and Cooling provided in replacing my furnace. I got several quotes from different service providers. Their price was excellent and they explained the features very well. We are very glad we went with TwinTech and highly recommend their services.
We were new homeowners in need of a second opinion. TwinTech Heating & Cooling were Amazing and professional. Very knowledgeable and great service all around. Recommend to anyone looking for honest and reliable services. Treated with respect and care. Thank you Greg, Mitch and Bob!
TwinTech is an excellent and honest company! I called them for a second opinion after being told by another company that I needed to replace my furnace. Turns out this was not the case at all! I did not need a new furnace. TwinTech did not push to make an unnecessary sale and saved me from a huge expense. Bob and Mitch were extremely professional and above all honest! I definitely recommend TwinTech!
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