A complete split heat pump system uses an outdoor heat pump and compatible indoor air handler to provide central heating and cooling. The complete installation also includes controls, refrigerant piping, condensate management and other required components.

Yes. A heat pump reverses the refrigeration cycle to provide cooling in warm weather and heating in cooler weather.

Equipment varies by model, but a typical system includes an outdoor heat pump, compatible indoor air handler or fan coil, refrigerant metering components, thermostat or controls and required installation accessories.

Both can provide cooling, but a heat pump can reverse operation to provide heating as well. A conventional air conditioner is normally paired with another heat source such as a gas furnace.

Proper equipment matching helps the system achieve intended capacity, efficiency, airflow, refrigerant performance and control compatibility. The exact combination should be approved by the manufacturer.

Sizing should be based on the building heating and cooling load, construction, insulation, windows, orientation, occupancy, ductwork and airflow rather than square footage alone.

SEER2 is a seasonal cooling-efficiency metric and HSPF2 is a seasonal heating-efficiency metric for heat-pump equipment. Compare certified ratings for the exact matched system.

Variable-capacity equipment can modulate compressor output over a range rather than operating only at one fixed capacity, when paired with compatible indoor equipment and controls.

Refrigerant varies by equipment. Newer systems may use R-32 or R-454B, while older systems may use R-410A or another refrigerant. Components must be approved for the refrigerant specified by the manufacturer.

A2L refers to the safety classification of certain newer refrigerants, including R-32 and R-454B. Installation and service must follow equipment-specific manufacturer instructions and applicable requirements.

Some systems use approved electric auxiliary heat to supplement heat-pump operation under certain conditions. The required heat-kit capacity depends on the building load, equipment and electrical service.

Often yes, but the duct system should be evaluated for size, leakage, restrictions, static pressure and airflow before a replacement system is selected.

Heat pumps are widely used for year-round heating and cooling in North Alabama. Final equipment selection should be based on the building load and the rated performance of the specific system.

Yes. Advanced Service Company LLC installs qualifying complete heat-pump and air-handler systems for residential and light-commercial customers throughout North Alabama.

Yes. Advanced Service Company LLC diagnoses and repairs qualifying heat-pump systems, including electrical, airflow, refrigerant, coil, compressor, fan and control problems.

Yes. FREE estimates are available for qualifying new HVAC systems and system change-outs.

Qualifying major component failures and full-system replacement recommendations may be eligible for a FREE second opinion.

Financing options may be available to approved customers for qualifying HVAC installation projects.

Consider equipment age, repair cost, refrigerant, efficiency, warranty coverage, reliability and the condition of both indoor and outdoor components. Professional diagnosis can help compare the options.

Advanced Service Company LLC serves North Alabama, including Somerville, Decatur, Huntsville, Athens, Madison, Hartselle, Priceville and surrounding communities.