Heat Pump Installation & Replacement in Chatham-Kent, ON
A heat pump heats your home in winter and cools it in summer with one outdoor unit. Instead of burning fuel, it moves heat from the outside air into your house, so it can lower your heating costs and replace your air conditioner at the same time. Postma installs and replaces heat pumps in Chatham and across Chatham-Kent, and our own licensed electricians handle any electrical upgrades the job needs.
Sticking with gas heat? See our furnace installation and furnace repair services. Heat pump not working? See our heat pump repair service.
Heat Pump Installation in Chatham
We install ducted heat pumps that work with your existing ductwork, ductless mini-split systems for homes and rooms without ducts, and hybrid systems that pair a heat pump with a gas furnace for the coldest days.
How Much Does a Heat Pump Cost?
Most heat pump installations we complete in Chatham-Kent cost between $7,000 and $10,000. What moves the price:
- System size. We size the heat pump to your home’s heating and cooling needs, not just the size of your old AC.
- Standard or cold-climate model. Cold-climate heat pumps cost more but keep heating efficiently at much lower temperatures.
- Ducted or ductless. Ducted systems use your existing ducts. Ductless systems need a head for each area.
- Your furnace or air handler. A newer furnace can often stay. An older one may need replacing at the same time.
- Electrical capacity. Some homes need a new circuit or a panel upgrade, which our electricians can do as part of the same job.
You get a written, flat-rate quote before any work starts, and once you accept it, that’s the price you pay. Ask about our financing options.
Standard, Cold-Climate or Hybrid?
| Standard heat pump | Cold-climate heat pump | Hybrid (heat pump + gas furnace) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heating in deep cold | Output and efficiency drop off well before the coldest days | Keeps heating well below -20°C | Heat pump runs most of the year, the furnace takes over on the coldest days |
| Upfront cost | Lowest | Highest | Heat pump cost, plus a new furnace if yours needs replacing |
| Best for | Homes that mainly want efficient cooling and spring and fall heating | Homes heating with electricity, oil or propane, or going all-electric | Homes with natural gas that want to use less gas and keep a backup |
| Rebate eligible | Usually not | Often, if the model is on the qualified list | Depends on the heat pump model |
If you have natural gas, a hybrid system is often the most practical choice in Chatham-Kent, because the furnace covers the few very cold days. We’ll go through the options and running costs for your home when we quote.
Heat Pump Rebates in Ontario
The Home Renovation Savings Program, run by Save on Energy and Enbridge Gas, has offered rebates of up to $7,500 for a qualifying cold-climate air-source heat pump. The amount depends on the size of the unit, and the model has to be on Natural Resources Canada’s list of qualified products. Program rules and amounts change often, so we confirm what’s currently available when we quote. See our rebates page and financing options.
Signs It’s Time for a New Heat Pump or AC
- Your heat pump or air conditioner is 12 to 15 years old or more.
- It needs a major repair, like a compressor.
- Your hydro or gas bills keep climbing.
- Some rooms never get comfortable.
If your heat pump just needs fixing, see our heat pump repair service.
Keep Your Heat Pump Running
A heat pump works year-round, so it needs more attention than a furnace or AC alone. We recommend a tune-up in spring and fall. Between visits, keep the outdoor unit clear of snow, ice and leaves, and change your filter regularly. See our maintenance plans, or our heat pump repair service if something is wrong.
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Heat Pumps Across Chatham-Kent
Our technicians are based on Charing Cross Road in Chatham and install and replace heat pumps across Chatham-Kent, including Wallaceburg, Blenheim, Tilbury, Ridgetown, Dresden, Thamesville and Wheatley. Want cooling only? See our AC installation service.
Heat Pump FAQs
How much does a heat pump cost in Chatham?
Most heat pump installations we do in Chatham-Kent cost between $7,000 and $10,000. The size of the system, whether you choose a standard or cold-climate model, whether it connects to your existing ductwork or uses ductless heads, and whether your electrical panel needs an upgrade all affect the price. We give you a written, flat-rate quote before any work starts, and that’s the price you pay.
Do heat pumps work in Chatham-Kent winters?
Yes. Today’s cold-climate heat pumps keep heating well below -20°C, which covers almost every winter day in Chatham-Kent. Many homeowners pair a heat pump with a gas furnace so the furnace takes over on the coldest days. That setup is called a hybrid or dual-fuel system.
Do I need to replace my furnace to get a heat pump?
Usually not. A heat pump can often be added to a newer furnace and share its blower and ductwork. If your furnace is near the end of its life, replacing both at once can make more sense. See furnace installation for that option.
What’s the difference between a ducted and a ductless heat pump?
A ducted heat pump uses your home’s existing ductwork, like a central air conditioner. A ductless system mounts small heads on the wall in each area and needs no ducts, which suits additions, older homes without ducts and rooms that are hard to keep comfortable. See our ductless mini-split page.
Should I replace my air conditioner with a heat pump?
If your air conditioner is near the end of its life, it’s worth comparing. A heat pump costs more than a basic air conditioner, but it cools in the summer and also heats your home for much of the year, which can lower your gas use. We’ll quote both so you can compare.
Are there rebates for heat pumps in Ontario?
The Home Renovation Savings Program from Save on Energy and Enbridge Gas has offered up to $7,500 for a qualifying cold-climate air-source heat pump, depending on the size of the unit. Rules and amounts change often, so we confirm what’s available when we quote. See our rebates page.
Thinking about a heat pump, or need yours repaired? Call Postma Heating & Cooling at 519-354-9491 for heat pump service in Chatham and anywhere in Chatham-Kent. Our technicians are drug tested and background checked.