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Cold Climate Heat Pumps: Why They're a Smart Choice for the Northeast

A heat pump unit outside a white house with teal window trim, surrounded by snow and bare shrubs, with shadows of tree branches on the facade.

If you live in the Hudson Valley or Fairfield County, you already know: winter here isn’t playing around. That’s why you need a heating system that doesn’t just get by in cold weather—but thrives in it.

The good news? Cold climate heat pumps (ccASHPs) are built for exactly that. They’re not only up for the challenge—they’re quickly becoming the go-to solution for homeowners who want comfort, efficiency, and lower energy bills.


 

❄️ What Is a Cold Climate Heat Pump?

Cold climate heat pumps are next-generation, all-electric systems that work year-round. In winter, they extract heat from outdoor air—even when it’s well below freezing—and bring it inside. In summer, they reverse and cool your home just like a high-efficiency AC.

Thanks to inverter-driven compressors and modern refrigerants, these systems are rated to operate at -13°F and below, making them ideal for the Northeast.


 

✅ Why Choose One?

  • Designed for Cold Weather
    These aren’t your 1990s heat pumps. Cold climate systems are certified to perform efficiently even in single-digit and subzero temps.

  • Super Efficient
    With HSPF2 ratings of 12.5+, they deliver up to 3x the heat per unit of electricity compared to traditional electric resistance heating—and they easily outperform oil or propane.

  • Double Duty: Heating & Cooling
    With SEER2 ratings over 23, they offer whisper-quiet, highly efficient cooling in summer.

  • Cleaner & Safer
    No fuel oil, no propane, no combustion. That means no carbon monoxide, no storage tanks, and no surprise delivery fees.

  • Big Rebates Available
    Programs like NYSERDA Clean Heat offer thousands of dollars in rebates for eligible systems.


 

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💬 Ready to Upgrade?

At Shelter Air, we specialize in high-performance HVAC systems for real Northeast weather. We design based on load calculations, not guesswork—so your system actually fits your home.

 

📞 Call us at 914-214-1004
📧 Email info@shelter-air.com

Let’s talk about comfort, savings, and ditching that oil tank for good.


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