
Salt Lake City weather swings from icy mornings in January to dry heat in July. Homeowners here need a system that can keep up. A heat pump is built for both.
One unit handles heating and cooling. So, you don’t need a separate furnace and air conditioner.
At Scott Hale, we install, repair, and maintain heat pumps across SLC. Our focus is keeping families comfortable without driving up their bills.
A heat pump is a single system that can heat in winter and cool in summer. It doesn’t make heat by burning gas.
Instead, it moves heat from one place to another. In cold weather, it pulls heat from the air outside and carries it inside.
When it’s hot, it works in reverse and takes heat out of your home. For homeowners in Salt Lake City, this means steady comfort and less equipment to maintain.
The process is based on moving heat, not creating it. A heat pump uses refrigerant, coils, and a compressor to transfer heat. In heating mode, it absorbs heat from the outside air and brings it indoors.
In cooling mode, it sends indoor heat outside. Even when it feels cold outdoors, there’s still enough heat energy in the air for the system to capture.
Since it runs on electricity, there’s no gas flame, no combustion. That lowers emissions and can cut down on monthly costs. In SLC, where families often see high winter bills, this makes a big difference.

Installation starts with sizing. If a system is too small, it will run constantly and never keep up. Too big, and it will cycle on and off, wasting energy. Our team looks at square footage, insulation, and layout to find the right fit.
Once the unit is chosen, we place the outdoor component on a stable base, connect it to the indoor air handler, and run refrigerant and electrical lines.
The final step is testing the system. We don’t leave until we know it’s heating and cooling the way it should. Done right, installation sets your system up for years of reliable use.
Heat pumps bring real advantages to SLC homes:
The biggest benefit for local homeowners is versatility. One system keeps up in the middle of winter and carries you through summer without switching back and forth.
We cover every part of owning a heat pump. That includes:
We’ve been in Salt Lake City homes for years, from historic houses near downtown to newer builds on the edges of the valley. We know what local families expect, and we deliver service they can count on.
Yes. New models are built for cold climates and keep producing heat even when temperatures drop below freezing.
Most last 12 to 15 years. With annual service, some keep running for closer to 20.
Poor heating or cooling, higher bills, short cycling, and strange noises all point to a problem.
Once a year is best. That way small problems get caught before they become expensive.
Yes. For most SLC homes, a heat pump can do both jobs. Some homeowners add a backup heat source for the coldest nights, but one unit usually covers your needs.
Costs depend on the size of your home and the type of system you choose. While it’s an investment, many Utah homeowners qualify for rebates or incentives that help lower the upfront price. Our team can explain what’s available and walk you through options.
Yes. Just like a furnace or air conditioner, your heat pump needs clean airflow to work efficiently. Check filters every one to three months and replace them as needed to prevent strain on the system.
It can. Because a heat pump circulates air year-round, it also filters dust and allergens more consistently than separate systems. Pairing it with high-efficiency filters or an air purification system can make the air in your home even cleaner.




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