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Hybrid Heating and Cooling Systems

Upgrade to a Smarter Way to Heat and Cool Your Home

Airdrie Air specializes in hybrid configurations that work for about 85 to 90 percent of the year, providing efficient heating in moderate winter days and powerful cooling in summer. We serve homeowners in Airdrie and surrounding areas with expert installation and trusted service.

Our cold climate air source heat pumps are engineered to extract thermal energy from the air, even in extreme cold. When the temperature dips too low, your furnace takes over seamlessly for consistent comfort.

How a Hybrid System Works

In the summer, a heat pump provides indoor comfort the same as an air conditioner.

  1. The refrigerant in the evaporator coil absorbs unwanted heat from inside your home.
  2. The refrigerant, converted to gas, is compressed by the compressor, increasing temperature and pressure.
  3. The hot, pressurized gas moves to the condenser coil, outside the home, and is released into the outdoor air.
  4. The refrigerant cools, returns to a liquid state again and cycles back to the home to absorb heat.

In the winter a heat pump provides heating to your home

  1. Even when it’s as cold as -15C to -20C heat energy is available in the air outside. The refrigerant absorbs this heat and then evaporates into a gas.
  2. The refrigerant gas is compressed, which increases the temperature of the gas.
  3. The hot refrigerant then flows to the indoor unit, where it releases heat into the home’s duct system.
  4. After releasing the heat, the refrigerant (gas) returns to a liquid state the cycle begins again.

Because a heat pump can reverse its heating and cooling operation it is a highly efficient system for your home.

Enjoy these 5 key benefits:

  • Lower Energy Costs: The system automatically switches between your high efficiency furnace and heat pump to use the most cost saving option for the conditions.
  • Year Round Comfort: One system handles both heating and cooling, keeping your home comfortable through every season.
  • Reliable in Cold Weather: Our Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pumps continue to extract warmth even on very cold days, reducing your furnace use and energy bills.
  • Eco Friendly Efficiency: Reduce your carbon footprint with a system that uses less fuel and more renewable thermal energy from the air.
  • Long Term Value: Less strain on your furnace means fewer repairs and a longer lifespan for your equipment.
  • Expert Installation and Service: Airdrie Air are local professionals who understand Alberta’s climate.
 

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Expert Installation and Service From Local Professionals

Your home deserves comfort that works as hard as you do. Whether you are upgrading your air conditioner or exploring energy efficient heat pumps and hybrid HVAC systems, Airdrie Air has the right solution.

Ready to enjoy year round comfort and savings? Contact Airdrie Air today 403-205-7247to schedule your consultation and discover how a cold climate heat pump can transform your home.

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We know purchasing a furnace, heat pump, or HVAC system can be a large investment; this is why Airdrie Air has partnered with Finance It to provide financing options so you can stay comfortable in your home today.