Heat pumps & heating
Cold-weather performance, hybrid systems, sizing and maintenance.
- Do heat pumps work in Canadian winters?
How air-source heat pumps perform in cold weather, what their efficiency looks like below freezing and why most homes plan for backup heat.
- What is a hybrid heating system (heat pump plus furnace)?
A hybrid system pairs an air-source heat pump with a furnace that takes over in extreme cold. How it works and what rebates apply in Ontario.
- How big should my heat pump be?
Heat pump sizing affects comfort, running cost and even your rebate. Why Natural Resources Canada recommends sizing for most of the season, not the coldest day.
- Air-source vs. ground-source heat pumps: which is better?
Compare air-source and ground-source (geothermal) heat pumps on winter performance, savings and Ontario rebates.
- How do I maintain a heat pump?
Simple heat pump maintenance homeowners can do, what a professional service covers, and winter tips for outdoor units.
- What should I know before installing a heat pump?
Airflow, ductwork, electrical service and cost: what Natural Resources Canada says to plan for before an air-source heat pump is installed.
- Where can I learn more about heat pumps? Videos and tools
Free Natural Resources Canada videos and tools on how heat pumps work in Canada, and how they're sized and installed in real homes.
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