Heat Pump Calculator

Analyze heat pump efficiency and potential cost savings for your home. Compare with your current heating system to see potential ROI.

Heat Pump Analysis

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Analysis Results

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  1. 1

    Determine Your Current Heating System

    Identify your current heating fuel: natural gas, oil, propane, or electric resistance. Check your utility bills or equipment labels.

  2. 2

    Enter Home Size and Climate Zone

    Input your heated living space. Select your climate zone: Cold, Moderate, or Hot/Warm. Climate significantly affects heat pump efficiency.

  3. 3

    Input Current Energy Rates

    Enter your current heating fuel rate and electricity rate per kWh. Find these on recent utility bills for accurate savings calculations.

  4. 4

    Select Heat Pump Type

    Choose Air-Source (lower cost), Ground-Source (highest efficiency), or Mini-Split (room control). Each has different COP and costs.

  5. 5

    Enter Installation Cost

    Input estimated cost or leave blank for average ($15k air-source, $25k ground-source). Get quotes from local HVAC contractors.

  6. 6

    Review Results and ROI

    Examine annual savings, payback period, and COP. If payback under 10-12 years, heat pump is typically smart. Factor in rebates and tax credits.

Pro Tip: Use Ctrl+Enter to calculate quickly, or Ctrl+R to reset the form.

Frequently Asked Questions

A heat pump transfers heat rather than generating it. It extracts heat from outside air (even in cold weather) or ground and moves it indoors - highly efficient because it moves existing heat instead of creating it.

COP (Coefficient of Performance) measures heat pump efficiency. A COP of 3.0 means you get 3 kW of heat for every 1 kW of electricity - 300% efficiency! Higher COP = lower operating costs.

Modern heat pumps work efficiently down to -15°C to -25°C. Below this, efficiency drops. In very cold regions, consider ground-source heat pumps or hybrid systems.

Air-source: lower cost ($8k-$15k), less efficient in extreme cold. Ground-source: higher cost ($15k-$30k), superior efficiency year-round. COP: air-source 2.5-3.5, ground-source 3.5-4.5.

Air-source: 15-20 years. Ground-source: 20-25 years (indoor unit), 50+ years (ground loop). Annual professional servicing extends lifespan.

Yes, if: high heating costs, pay over $0.15/kWh, moderate-to-cold climates, stay 7+ years, access rebates. Typical savings: 30-50% annually. Most systems pay back in 8-15 years.

How Heat Pump Analysis Works

Our heat pump calculator compares your current heating system with modern heat pump technology

Efficiency Analysis

Calculate COP and SCOP ratings based on your climate zone and heat pump type

Cost Comparison

Compare operating costs with gas, oil, electric resistance, and propane systems

ROI Calculation

Determine payback period and long-term savings potential for your investment