For most homes on the Grand Strand, a heat pump is the simplest way to heat and cool with one system. Our summers are long and our winters are mild, which is the climate heat pumps handle best. Dependable Service Plumbing & Air provides heat pump installation in Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island and across the coast, and we’ll help you decide whether a heat pump, a dual-fuel system or a ductless setup is the right fit for your home.
Experience efficient heating and cooling in one system—call Dependable Service at (843) 353-0461 for dependable heat pump installation.
A traditional setup pairs a central air conditioner for cooling with a gas or electric furnace for heating. A heat pump does both jobs with one outdoor unit by moving heat instead of creating it: out of the house in summer, into the house in winter.
Here’s how they compare for a coastal home:
For many homes in Myrtle Beach, Murrells Inlet, Surfside Beach and the Waccamaw Neck, a heat pump is the natural choice. Homes that already have gas service, including some inland homes in Conway and older homes in Georgetown, may want to compare a dual-fuel system.
A dual-fuel system pairs a heat pump with a gas furnace instead of electric backup heat. The heat pump handles cooling and most of the heating. When it gets cold enough that the furnace is the better choice, the system switches over automatically. Dual fuel can make sense if you already have gas service, want strong heat on the occasional hard freeze, or are replacing an older furnace and AC together. We’ll explain whether it’s worth it for your home.
Ductless mini-splits are heat pumps too. Instead of moving air through ducts, they use a compact outdoor unit connected to one or more indoor units mounted in the rooms they serve. Each zone has its own control. They work well for:
We install Mitsubishi ductless systems. Learn more on our ductless mini-splits page.
A heat pump should be sized with a load calculation that accounts for insulation, windows, layout, ductwork and how your home is used, not just square footage. An oversized system will cycle on and off and leave the house damp in summer. An undersized one will lean too hard on backup heat in winter.
Heat pumps carry two efficiency ratings. SEER2 measures cooling efficiency and HSPF2 measures heating efficiency. Higher numbers mean less electricity for the same comfort. Variable-speed models adjust their output to match the weather, which helps with both humidity control and steady temperatures. We’ll show you a few options and explain what you get at each level.
We install Ruud heat pumps and air handlers. If your current system can still be repaired, start with heat pump repair and service, and we’ll give you an honest recommendation.
Make the smart switch to energy-efficient comfort. Call Dependable Service today at (843) 353-0461 for expert heat pump installation service.
Financing is available for qualified homeowners. Visit our financing page or ask during your estimate. Once your new heat pump is in, maintenance before summer and before winter helps it last in coastal conditions. Our Dependable Comfort Club maintenance membership makes that easy. You can also explore indoor air quality add-ons such as dehumidifiers and filtration, or see our full list of heating and cooling services.
For heat pump installation in Myrtle Beach, Carolina Forest, Pawleys Island, Little River or anywhere on the Grand Strand, call Dependable Service at (843) 353-0461, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, or request an estimate online.
For most homes, yes. Our winters are mild, and heat pumps include backup heat for the colder nights.
Often, yes. We’ll check your ductwork, electrical service and home layout, and explain whether a heat pump or a dual-fuel system fits better.
A ductless mini-split is a type of heat pump. It delivers air directly into individual rooms instead of through ducts.
Yes, financing is available. Ask during your estimate or visit our financing page.
Call (843) 353-0461 now to schedule a heat pump installation or replacement with Dependable Service and enjoy dependable, local care for your home.
Get the immediate help you need, whenever you need it.
We make HVAC services affordable with financing options.
We back all of our services with a warranty for your peace of mind.
We've been proudly serving the Grand Strand area for over 20 years.
A member of our team will be in touch shortly to confirm your contact details or address questions you may have.
