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One System for Both Heating and Cooling
Posted On: July 10, 2025
When it comes to keeping your home comfortable year-round, most homeowners rely on two separate systems: a furnace or boiler for heating in the winter, and an air conditioner for cooling in the summer.
But what if you could have a single, energy-efficient system that handles both tasks—without sacrificing comfort or performance?
Enter the heat pump: a modern HVAC solution that provides both heating and cooling from one compact unit.
In this article, we’ll explain how heat pumps work, their advantages over traditional systems, and why this “all-in-one” approach is quickly becoming the go-to choice for energy-conscious homeowners.
What Is a Heat Pump?
A heat pump is an electric-powered HVAC system that moves heat instead of generating it.
In the summer, it works just like a traditional air conditioner—pulling heat from your indoor air and releasing it outside.
In the winter, it reverses direction, extracting heat from the outside air (even in cold temperatures) and transferring it into your home.
This dual functionality makes it a versatile and efficient choice for both warm and cold seasons, eliminating the need for two separate systems.
1.
Simplicity and Convenience
With a heat pump, you no longer need to juggle two separate systems or worry about coordinating maintenance schedules for a furnace and an AC unit.
It simplifies your HVAC setup, making installation, use, and upkeep easier and more streamlined.
2.
Lower Installation Costs (When Replacing Both Systems)
If you’re already planning to replace both your furnace and air conditioner, installing a heat pump can cost less than purchasing two new units.
Plus, the labor cost of installing a single system is generally lower than replacing both a heating and cooling system separately.
3.
Energy Efficiency = Lower Utility Bills
Because heat pumps transfer heat instead of generating it, they use far less energy than conventional systems.
According to the U.
S.
Department of Energy, high-efficiency heat pumps can reduce electricity use for heating by up to 50% compared to electric resistance heating (like baseboard heaters or electric furnaces), while also being more efficient than many older AC units.
4.
Environmental Benefits
Since heat pumps rely on electricity rather than combustion, they produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions—especially when powered by renewable energy sources.
Switching to a heat pump is a great way to reduce your home's carbon footprint while still staying comfortable in all seasons.
5.
Year-Round Savings and Comfort
With one unit handling both tasks, you get year-round climate control from a single, efficient source.
Many models come with smart thermostats and zoned control options, allowing you to customize comfort room by room and avoid wasting energy on unused spaces.
Choosing a heat pump means consolidating your heating and cooling into one reliable, efficient system.
Whether you’re upgrading an outdated HVAC setup or building a new home, this single-system solution delivers consistent comfort, lower energy bills, and reduced environmental impact.
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May 9, 2018
I had cold and hot spots all over my 70 yr old home. My furnace is quite new and Greg optimized the fan and furnace. The original installer just took it out of the box with factory settings and installed it- basically running at 50% of capacity. Greg also routed heat into my laundry room, yeah - so now I can renovate laundry room - thanks Greg. He is honest, professional and knowledgeable. I will be calling him back in the spring to optimize my AC as well.
May 8, 2018
Wonderful from beginning to end. I tend to fret and worry about home improvements but the excellent team at TwinTech put my mind as ease. They listen, they are patient and best of all ... the work they did is amazing! I chose the Goodman 80K BTU 2 stage furnace and the matching Goodman air conditioner. Greg, Grant and Poitr "Peter" arrived on time, took great care, explained everything to me and they answered all of my questions. They carefully adjusted the factory settings to optimize the furnace for my house and they also checked the duct work in the basement. Dave, the Sales Manager, came by to say "hello" and to see if I was happy. YES, I am happy with the work! The furnace is very quiet. I have it running on low just to circulate the air in the house and it's so much quieter than my old furnace. When I need new duct work for an upcoming basement renovation TwinTech will be my first choice. I highly recommend TwinTech. PS. They were even nice to my dogs.
Apr 21, 2018
Greg was prompt on the scheduled day of installation and the work was done well within the time estimated beforehand. Installation was neat and the equipment and scope of work was as specified in the quote. One item I must point out is that we were faced with a "No Heat" situation the day before the scheduled installation and Greg came out to address it free of charge. Not only that, but he also corrected an installation fault with our smart thermostat that was not part of the original job, again free of charge.
Mar 16, 2018
Greg came by to do a routine furnace checkup. He was very knowledgeable and professional, letting me know what's being checked/adjusted and giving me tips to ensure everything runs smooth. Very honest and upfront about what's working fine vs. what may need to be fixed/replaced. He didn't attempt to up sell anything that wasn't necessary. I'm glad to have finally found someone I can trust and rely on for all my HVAC needs - furnace, A/C, and hot water tank.
Mar 4, 2018
I'm very happy with the work that was done. Everyone from salesperson to the installers were friendly and professional. They were on time and cleaned up the job site after it was installed. They also answered all my follow up questions promptly. I wouldn't hesitate to work with them or recommend them again.
Feb 28, 2018
Thanks to the team at Twin Tech for a great job installing my new heat pump/ac unit. The guys were very polite and professional. When they left you would never have known they had been there except for the new Mitsubishi unit on the wall!! would highly recommend the Twin Tech team.
Feb 28, 2018
Installed professionally, no delays, no rework needed. Very reliable contractor and sales person. Also installed BBQ gas line and some duct work.
Feb 19, 2018
Greg and Grant are friendly, reliable, and knowledgeable HVAC professionals. The twins, Dave and the entire team provided efficient top quality service. Our family plns to use Twintech for all of our future HVAC needs.
Feb 10, 2018
Very impressed with this company. They show up on time , kept my place clean and after they left it looks like they were never there. Very professional team. Those people know what they doing . Their installation was on the highest standard. They are very knowledgeable especially they're worker Peter. I strongly recommend this company to everybody. After the installation I receive the call making sure I'm satisfied with their products and their job. Bravo!!!
Feb 8, 2018
Greg and his brother were referred to us by a friend. They arrived when they said they would, did an exceptional job and left the place as tidy or tidier then they found it. Their professionalism is only surpassed by their kind and friendly demeanor. Even after several calls to help me with my high tech thermostat I feel that I could always call with any concern (No one responds to my texts as quickly as Greg) and have a friendly helpful response. I found out their grandfather started the company and now as a 3rd generation company, they are doing their grandfather proud. I would highly recommend Twintech over any other hvac company out there.
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