Heat pump type
Ducted Heat Pumps
Compare ducted heat pumps and residential ducted heat pump systems. Efficiency, heating capacity, manufacturers, and installation requirements for whole-home comfort.
How ducted heat pumps fit a home
A ducted heat pump distributes conditioned air through supply and return ducts. Residential ducted heat pump systems can replace a conventional central air conditioner and may be paired with electric resistance or another backup heat source where the design calls for it.
Good fit for
- Homes with serviceable existing ductwork
- Whole-home heating and cooling from central registers
- Owners replacing a central air conditioner or furnace system
What to compare
Duct leakage and static pressure can materially affect delivered performance.
Confirm the indoor and outdoor units are an approved matched system.
Discuss backup heat controls and balance-point assumptions with the installer.
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Ducted heat pump manufacturers
Most residential heat pump manufacturers offer ducted (central) lines — Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Daikin, Rheem, Goodman, and York among them. Match the outdoor unit to an approved indoor air handler before comparing bids.
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