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How Heat Pumps Save You Money All Winter Long
Posted On: December 8, 2025
As winter heating bills rise across Ontario, more homeowners are searching for smarter, more efficient ways to stay warm without overspending.
One solution continues to stand out: heat pumps.
Designed to deliver dependable comfort while using significantly less energy, heat pumps can reduce heating costs throughout the entire winter season.
Here’s how heat pumps help homeowners save money all winter long—without sacrificing comfort.
High Efficiency Means Lower Energy Bills
Unlike traditional furnaces that create heat, heat pumps transfer heat from the outdoor air into your home.
This process uses far less energy, allowing heat pumps to deliver more heat for every unit of electricity consumed.
Even during colder weather, modern cold-climate heat pumps remain highly efficient, keeping heating costs lower month after month.
Reduced Reliance on Expensive Heating Sources
Electric baseboards, oil heating, and older furnaces can be costly to run during Ontario winters.
Heat pumps reduce or eliminate reliance on these high-cost systems by handling most of your heating needs efficiently.
In hybrid setups, a heat pump automatically manages heating during milder winter days, while backup heating is used only when absolutely necessary—maximizing savings without compromising warmth.
Consistent Operation Prevents Energy Waste
Traditional heating systems operate in frequent on-and-off cycles, which wastes energy and drives up costs.
Heat pumps run steadily at lower speeds, maintaining consistent indoor temperatures without sudden bursts of energy use.
This steady operation reduces power spikes and keeps your energy consumption more predictable.
Lower Maintenance and Repair Costs
Modern heat pumps are designed for durability and reliability, especially cold-climate models built for Canadian conditions.
With fewer mechanical stress cycles and advanced monitoring technology, homeowners often experience fewer winter breakdowns and repair expenses.
Regular seasonal maintenance helps keep systems running efficiently and avoids costly emergency repairs.
One Efficient System Instead of Two
Because heat pumps provide both heating and cooling, homeowners avoid the cost of maintaining separate systems for summer and winter.
One high-efficiency system means fewer service appointments, fewer repairs, and lower long-term HVAC expenses.
Eligible Incentives Improve Affordability
Heat pumps may qualify for energy-efficiency rebates or incentive programs, helping reduce upfront installation costs and improving long-term return on investment.
When combined with lower monthly heating bills, these incentives make switching even more financially attractive.
Stable Comfort Without Overheating
Heat pumps deliver heat gradually and evenly, preventing overheating and wasted energy.
Instead of blasting hot air, they maintain a steady indoor temperature—using only the energy required to keep your home comfortable.
Save All Winter with a Heat Pump
From lower energy usage to fewer maintenance expenses, heat pumps offer real savings throughout Ontario winters.
Whether installed as a standalone system or paired with a backup furnace, heat pumps help homeowners stay warm, comfortable, and in control of their heating costs.
For homeowners across the Durham Region and Toronto, Twintech Heating & Cooling specializes in heat pump installations designed for long-term comfort and winter savings.
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May 13, 2020
We are very happy with our new furnace. The service was excellent the guys worked 6 hours straight through and there was no mess at all they took the old furnace boxs etc with them they then explained everything to us they were very helpful and pleasant , when we need a new air conditioner we know who to call!
May 12, 2020
The crew from sales to installation was very professional and had great attention to detail
May 11, 2020
We couldnt have been more impressed with Twintech - from our first service call with Mitch who took the time to thoroughly diagnose the issue with our furnace, to Dave who proposed a well thought out solution to meet our needs and finally Greg and team who acted quickly to install given we had no heat.
We did our due diligence by soliciting quotes from alternate providers and were shocked and disappointed by the aggressive and manipulative tactics used.
Twintech was honest in their approach, detailed in their product knowledge, reasonably priced, diligent in their follow-up and valued our business.
Well done Twintech! You made this a positive experience for us and our new furnace works beautifully!
May 10, 2020
We recently purchased an Amana high efficiency furnace and humdifier through Twintech. The work was completed very professionally and the quality of the workmanship was high. There was some additional sheet metal work required to complete the installation, which they were able to complete themselves. Overall I am very pleased with the work and would highly recommend Twintech for a furnace replacement.
May 9, 2020
We were very pleased with every aspect of the work that was done. They were very professional and polite. They arrived when they said they would and job was completed on estimated time
We would highly recommend them to whoever needed a recommendation
We have a very large dog and they were very understanding and respectful of him being around
May 8, 2020
The blower on our furnace stopped working leaving us with a cold house. Dave from TwinTech responded immediately to our HomeStars service request. From beginning to end Dave was nothing but helpful, friendly and professional, he did a great job of walking us through the quote and scope of work.
The replacement of the furnace went smoothly. The Guys did a great job, everyone was very friendly and polite. There were no hiccups, or unexpected costs. The only surprise was they left the work area cleaner than it was before they started.
Was a great experience with the whole TwinTech team. Its been a couple of months since the new furnace has been installed and its working great!
May 7, 2020
I heard about TwinTech when researching new furnaces at furnaceprices.ca. After contacting them about my broken down furnace, Dave came to my house the next day to assess my situation and requirements for a new furnace. He recommended one that had stainless steel heat exchangers which sold me since my previous furnace had issues with a rusted secondary heat exchanger that had to be replaced. Dave also set me up with an appointment with an energy audit company so that I could take advantage of a rebate to help improve the energy efficiency of my home and get some money back. A few days later, Greg, Grant, and Mitch came to install the new furnace and remove the old one. When delivering and removing the furnaces, they were very careful not to damage my floors and walls, and even laid out red carpeting to protect the floors. They were very friendly and professional. The installation was completed in the time they said it would take and they cleaned up their work areas. Within a week, Dave called to follow-up to see how everything was going. I have already recommended them to several friends and family members who may need new furnaces soon.
May 6, 2020
Twintech did a great job, from Dave the Sales Rep to the Office staff and The Professional Technicians who did the installation. They were professional, courteous, knowledgable and informative. From beginning to follow up we were completely satisfied with everything. Thanks Again. Sincerely The Laytons
May 5, 2020
Great product, great service, great follow-up. The Twintech Heating and Cooling arranged removal of my existing oil tank and they installed the new gas furnace Amana (made in USA). I am very happy with the final result and support I received throughout the process. My thanks go to the entire Twintech team for their professionalism, great communication and follow-up.
May 4, 2020
We've had Twintech provide us with work in the past, for an inground pool heater and required rough-in for a new gas stove. More recently they provided the same friendly, professional, timely and clean installation of our new furnace.
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