Inverter Heat Pumps in Burlington County, NJ

An inverter heat pump is a heat pump whose compressor can run at different speeds instead of only switching fully on or fully off. Gibson Home Services installs and services inverter heat pumps for homeowners in Burlington County. Owner Ken Gibson, an NJ Master HVACR contractor, has served the area since 2009 and can help you decide whether this type of system fits your home.

What is an inverter heat pump?

An inverter heat pump uses a variable-speed compressor. Electronics called an inverter control the compressor's speed, so the system can adjust its output up or down to match what the home needs at the moment.

Like any heat pump, it moves heat rather than creating it by burning fuel. In heating mode it moves heat from outdoor air into the home. In cooling mode it reverses and moves heat out of the home. The inverter is what lets it do that at a range of speeds. You may also see this equipment described as variable-speed or modulating.

How is an inverter heat pump different from a single-stage heat pump?

A single-stage heat pump runs at one output level: when it is on, it is at full capacity, and when the thermostat is satisfied, it shuts off. An inverter heat pump can slow down and keep running at a lower output instead.

That difference shows up in how the system behaves day to day:

• Run pattern. A single-stage system cycles on and off. An inverter system can run longer at lower speeds, with fewer full starts and stops.
• Temperature consistency. Because output can be adjusted gradually, an inverter system can hold a more consistent indoor temperature, with smaller swings between cycles.
• Humidity and comfort. Longer, steadier run times in cooling mode can help with moisture removal and overall comfort.
• Sound. Running at lower speeds for much of the time can make the equipment quieter in normal operation.
• Part-load operation. Most of the year, a home does not need a system's full capacity. An inverter system is designed to work at partial output for those conditions, which can help efficiency.

Single-stage equipment is simpler and can still be the right choice for a given home. Inverter equipment is not automatically the right answer; it is one option among several.

When might an inverter heat pump be a good fit?

An inverter heat pump may fit when consistent comfort matters to you, when you are replacing an existing heat pump or central air system, or when you are weighing a heat pump against other heating options.

Whether it is the right choice for your home depends on several things we look at together during an estimate:

• Your home's heating and cooling load, based on a load calculation rather than square footage alone.
• The condition and layout of your existing ductwork.
• Your current heating fuel and equipment.
• Your home's electrical service.
• What you want to improve: comfort, noise, humidity or replacing an aging system.
• Your budget and how long you plan to stay in the home.

Some homeowners pair a heat pump with a gas furnace so the system can use either heat source. That arrangement is called dual fuel, and you can read about it on our dual-fuel systems page.

Why does sizing matter with inverter equipment?

Proper sizing still matters. An inverter system can adjust its output, but it is designed around a capacity range, and bigger is not automatically better.

Gibson sizes equipment from a load calculation for your home. An oversized system of any type can lead to short cycling, temperature swings, humidity problems and unnecessary equipment cost. That calculation, rather than square footage alone, sets the system size.

Which inverter heat pumps does Gibson install?

Gibson's primary installation brand is Amana. During your estimate, Ken discusses the equipment options that fit your home and explains the differences between them in plain terms.

Replacement estimates are free and typically presented as good, better and best options, so you can compare an inverter system with other choices side by side. There is no pressure to choose the most involved option. See our heat pump installation page for how the installation process works.

What comes with an inverter heat pump installation?

Every Gibson installation includes a 1-year Gibson labor warranty. The manufacturer's parts warranty varies by equipment, and Gibson handles manufacturer warranty registration for you.

• Optional extended labor warranty. An optional labor warranty of up to 10 years is available for an additional fee.
• Permits. Gibson pulls the required installation permits. The homeowner handles the municipal inspection.
• Financing. Gibson offers financing through Synchrony Financial, with multiple financing options. See financing for details.

Does Gibson service and repair inverter heat pumps?

Yes. We service and repair inverter heat pumps as well as single-stage systems, subject to normal parts availability and serviceability.

Repairs use flat-rate pricing and carry a 90-day labor warranty, with parts covered by the manufacturer's part warranty as provided by the manufacturer. If your system is not heating or cooling as it should, see our heat pump repair page.

Inverter heat pump FAQs

Is "inverter" the same as "variable-speed"?

In everyday use, yes. Both terms describe a heat pump whose compressor can run at different speeds rather than only on or off.

Will an inverter heat pump lower my energy bills?

It can help efficiency, but results depend on your home, your previous equipment, how the system is installed and how you use it. Savings vary from home to home.

Can an inverter heat pump work with my existing ductwork?

Often it can, but it depends on the condition and size of the ductwork. We look at it during the estimate and tell you what we find.

Which towns do you serve?

We serve Delran, Moorestown, Mount Laurel, Marlton/Evesham, Medford, Palmyra, Florence, Riverside, Cherry Hill, Riverton and Voorhees.

Talk with Gibson about an inverter heat pump

To schedule a free replacement estimate or ask whether an inverter heat pump suits your home, call Gibson Home Services at (856) 220-4158 or request an estimate online. You can also browse all of our heating services.