All heat pumps are equipped with emergency heat switches. This switch is meant to be managed as its name implies—in an emergency. The emergency heat switch will turn on a strip, or strips, of electric heat and turn off your heat pump. When the temperature outside drops below 40 degrees, many Tucson and Phoenix residents will flip the switch in order to heat their homes up. While this will do the job, we don’t propose you do this. When your system works in this emergency mode, it can take up a lot of energy and send your energy bills skyrocketing.
Desert Husky HVAC/R Services advises only flipping on your emergency heat switch if your heat pump has stopped heating your space. When it’s colder outside and it seems like your heat pump is constantly running, let it do its job. It’s actually much more efficient to let your heat pump run that it would be if your heat pump is working in its emergency mode.
If it seems that your heat pump isn’t keeping up with the cooler weather in Tucson and Phoenix, it’s time to give Desert Husky HVAC/R Services a call. Investing in a backup heating system could save you some cash in the long run. We can install your backup system to work like a dream with your heat pump. So, when it’s so cold that your heat pump can’t pull warmer air into your home, your thermostat can automatically switch on your backup heating system. This method will keep your home warm and cozy on chilly days—and you can save your emergency heat switch for actual heating emergencies.
If you want to hear more about ways you can supplement your heat pump’s heat supply or find out more about how your heat pump functions, call our experts at 520-416-5415. Our experts are happy to help. If it’s more convenient for you, you can also arrange an appointment with us online using our handy scheduler.