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A heat pump can replace the heating role of a furnace in many homes, but climate, low-temperature capacity, ductwork, electrical service and existing fuel infrastructure determine whether heat-pump-only, dual-fuel or furnace + AC is the better comparison.
What is a heat pump
Compare system paths against the house you already have. Existing ducts, gas service, electrical capacity, climate and the need for cold-weather backup can make heat-pump-only, dual-fuel and furnace + AC materially different projects.
What is a furnace
Compare system paths against the house you already have. Existing ducts, gas service, electrical capacity, climate and the need for cold-weather backup can make heat-pump-only, dual-fuel and furnace + AC materially different projects.
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