One of the key questions you should ask when purchasing any new home comfort system is: How long will this equipment last? In the case of heat pumps the answer is: It depends. Most experts agree, however, that as a general rule you can expect a heat pump to last about 15 years, assuming the unit has been well maintained.

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If you're considering switching to an air-source heat pump to cool and heat your Barrie or Simcoe County home, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. Among them: the system's size in relation to your home's needs, as well as the pump's annual cooling efficiency (also known as SEER, for seasonal energy efficiency ratio) and heating seasonal performance factor (HSPF).

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