Air Conditioning versus Heat Pumps
Air conditioning units and heat units are both viable options to keep your home or office cool, and under the right circumstances, can keep your premises warm too. However, you may wonder how exactly is this possible. And does one system outperform the other?
With over 30 years of experience specialising in air conditioning and air and ground source heat pumps, we are best equipped to guide you through the types of air conditioning and heat pumps available, along with why you should trust Meridian Cooling to plan and install the right equipment to regulate the temperature of your residence or workplace.
Get in touch today to discuss the best climate control system for your property.
Can you get air conditioning with heating?
Most definitely, and this is possible when air conditioners are combined with either a furnace or a heat pump.
To optimise space, you might look at air conditioning with heaters so that the one system both heats and cools your space.
The various air conditioning and heating units available each have their own advantages and setbacks when it comes to keeping your property at a comfortable temperature throughout the year.
For example, Heat pump air conditioners typically provide energy-efficient heating by using only electricity (as opposed to furnace air conditioners, which rely on natural energy sources like gas). However, such efficiencies are not realised in below-freezing conditions as the heat pump requires more energy to keep your building warm, thereby increasing your electricity bill.
Can you get air conditioning with a heat pump?
Yes - Meridian Cooling are specialist air and ground source heat pump installer, meaning we can install air conditioning and heat pumps.
Heat pump air conditioners are versatile and energy-efficient solutions that provide both heating and cooling capabilities, making them ideal for year-round climate control.
Benefits of an air conditioning and heat pump solution include:
Adaptability to changing weather conditions
Eco-friendly and sustainable
Energy efficiency and cost savings
Consistent indoor comfort
Longer lifespan and low maintenance
Quiet operation
Can air conditioning be hot?
Absolutely - our air conditioning and heating units can create the perfect climate for any situation.
Due to the heat pump's reversing valve, the heat transfer process can be inverted, meaning the warm air can be used to raise the temperature of a room. This means that heat pumps can provide cooling during the summer months, as well as efficiently heat your home in the winter.
How air conditioning and heat pumps work together
Depending on the season, heat pumps and air conditioners work together to heat and cool your house using a common refrigeration cycle.
Although the two types of air conditioners (with or without heat pumps) move heat in a similar way, the main distinction between them is that heat pumps can reverse the direction of heat transfer, which enables them to heat as well as cool a space, whereas conventional air conditioners can only cool.
Meridian Cooling are your experts in air conditioning and heat pump installation
At Meridian Cooling, we are hugely experienced in providing clients with air conditioning and heating units. Our team delivers a comprehensive service that includes the installation of these systems and is also able to offer air-con & ventilation cleaning and maintenance.
We boast a team of fully qualified technicians who have a wealth of knowledge in all types of cooling and heating equipment. We have vast expertise in assisting residential and commercial buildings across Bournemouth, Poole and Southampton and take pride in giving our customers an efficient, professional service from initial consultation to project completion.
Contact us today
To find out more about our air conditioning, heat pumps and our other products and services, you can contact us via our website or give us a call on 01202 658254.
