Cooling Services

Heat Pumps

Heat Pumps Cooling

Cool (and heat!) Your House with an Energy-Efficient Heat Pump

A nice alternative to a standard air conditioner is a multi-purpose heat pump, which can also provide energy efficient heat during the spring, fall, and much of the winter. Heat pumps look very similar to air conditioners, except that they can also be used for heating in the colder months.

In the summer, your heat pump will operate in the same way your air conditioner does, transferring the heat from inside your home via a system that combines refrigerant compression and expansion with a heat exchanger. In the cold season, heat pumps use a reversing expansion valve and control technology to reverse this process. Modern heat pumps are quiet, energy efficient, and cost effective!

Contact Toshack Service for professional repair service, or expert assistance in selecting the best new system for your home.

So Why Switch to a Heat Pump?

Revolutionary 2-in-1 Comfort Solution! (Use same text as Heating -Heat Pump section)
Energy Efficiency! Lennox heat pumps are available in levels as high as 25 SEER -Truly industry leading efficiency! Modern heat pumps are very quiet, energy efficient, and cost-effective.

Types of Heat Pumps

Air-to-Air

The majority of heat pumps currently being installed in Canada are air-to-air systems; in the summer they transfer heat from the air inside your home to the outside, and in the winter the process is reversed. Most systems are attached to your existing air duct system which distributes the heated (or cooled) air throughout your home. It’s a great solution for your whole home!

Ductless Systems

These are also air-to-air systems, but without the use of the air duct system. They are great for heating or cooling spaces that don’t have a duct system, like an addition or homes that are built on a slab. Single head units are used to heat or cool individual rooms, while multi-head units can manage temperatures throughout your home.

Air-to-Water

Air-to-Water systems are becoming more common, as they combine heat pump technology with radiant systems such as in-floor heat. The outside unit will transfer energy using an air exchange, while the inside unit will transfer energy to a water system. They are the Hybrids of the HVAC world. Toshack recommends Viessmann air-to-water units, as they are world leaders in this area.

Ground Source Heat Pumps

GSHPs are commonly referred to as Geo-Thermal, since their heat source (and heat sink) is the earth. At depths of four feet or more, the ground temperature is cool and stable (13-15C) and therefore provides a steady source of heat or cooling which is usually transferred to your home via a lengthy loop of buried pipe which circulates a water/glycol mix. These are the Cadillacs of the heat pump world! They are exceptionally energy-efficient however their installation cost is typically higher.

The experienced and knowledgeable Sales team at Toshack can help you select the best heating and cooling system for your home.

Book a Service Appointment

Toshack is always here to help with your heating, cooling, or plumbing service needs. You can book your repair or preventive maintenance work online by clicking the button below, or call to speak with us directly during regular business hours by calling 613-342-9381. Either way, we’re here to help!

Get a Free Quote

Your home may require more than a regular service repair call. Perhaps you are thinking about a major renovation, the installation or replacement of major equipment, or even a completely new system. Toshack provides free site visits and detailed written quotations to help you take the worry out of your project! Call 613-342-9381 or click the button below to start the conversation!

Protection Plans Available

Toshack’s very own Guardian Plan helps protect you against unforeseen equipment breakdowns by providing year-round insurance that covers the labour charges and most parts, with only a few exceptions. With this great coverage, no deductible, and an included annual maintenance, we believe that Toshack’s Guadian Plan is the best heating and cooling equipment protection plan available!

Customer Experiences

"Will and his coworkers (Ward, Emilio, Caleb and Olly) are very hard working guys. We were impressed with the job they completed at our home. They installed a heat pump and propane furnace. They were all friendly and informative. They all seemed to genuinely like their jobs. They did an amazing job with the cleanup. Our system works great. Thanks to all of these guys."

"Brian and Matt came to our home today to clean ducts and do an annual maintenance check on our furnace. They were personable, kind and informative. They were thorough and they did a great job! I hope that they are the same fellows who return next year!"

"Brian and Carlos came out, they were so friendly and took their time cleaning out the ducts. They took such care, they showed me pictures of before and after. This is my first home and no experience with this kind of job. They answered all my questions, super happy. Will look at making this an annual thing. The whole team, from quote to service rendered, everyone has been so kind and went above and beyond to get this done. Highly recommend. Thank you team"

"The Toshack team replaced our lightning damaged 35 year old KeepRite heat pump/air handler with a new Trane. Installation went smooth with very professional technicians. They answered all of our questions and explained the new system. Would highly recommend Toshacks !!"

"Steve M. was efficient and courteous. He cleaned and serviced our furnace and air conditioner. When we first moved here, Toshack installed our furnace and air conditioner. Excellent and prompt service each and every time we have contacted them. 5 Star service."

"Brian and his partner were absolutely wonderful! They were just pleasant to deal with! They answered all our questions and were so professional! We would definitely recommend these gentleman to come into your home and clean your ducts - a 12/10 !!!!! Thank you gentleman!!"