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“We probably have one of the lowest electric bills in the city.”
-Homeowner Gilson R.
Challenge: Choose a quiet and energy efficient HVAC system that complements the open design of the home.
Solution: The Mitsubishi Electric VRF zoning system provides comfort and efficient operation while integrating seamlessly into the home’s design.
COMPLETE CONTROL
”We ended up using the Mitsubishi mini-split system. We used that because it allows us to have separate zones for all the different parts of the house. Our guests can have the temperature that they like without our having to adjust to them or without them having to adjust to what we would like.”
CLEAN DESIGN, SILENT OPERATION
“The Mitsubishi Electric system complements the house design by keeping things very simple and clean. We don’t have ceiling chases for ductwork because they’re mostly being incorporated into the walls. The house itself has very large expanses or open areas. You can see the ceiling is open and flows over a wall into the kitchen. We feel that the Mitsubishi system was really the best choice for the heating, air conditioning, and ventilation for the house because of the amount of control it gives us as well as the fact that it’s virtually silent.”
HIGHLY EFFICIENT
“We have solar panels on the roof, and because of the efficiency of the compressor in the heat pump system, we’re able to cover almost all of our electrical use with the solar panels that we have. It’s covering about 90% and in some months over 100%. We have probably one of the lowest electric bills of anyone in the city.”
WHY GREENSAVERS: What sets you apart from other heat pump contractors?
DUCTED / DUCTLESS: What is a ducted heat pump and a ductless heat pump?
COLD WEATHER: Do heat pumps work in cold weather climates like Bend, Oregon?
CASH INCENTIVES: What cash incentives are available for heat pumps in Bend?
COSTS: How much does it cost to install a heat pump for my home in Bend, Oregon?
ENERGY BILLS: My energy bills are high. Will a heat pump help bring my bills down?
COMFORT: My second floor gets noticeably hotter and colder. What are my options?
MITSUBISHI HEAT PUMPS: Which heat pumps work best in Bend, Oregon?
AIR QUALITY: Will a Bend heat pump improve the air quality in my home?
CARBON FREE: Can a heat pump help me go carbon free or get off the grid?
MAINTENANCE: What type of regular service is needed to maintain a heat pump?
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ENERGY STAR CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR: For the last eight years in a row, the U.S. EPA and U.S. DOE chose Bend-based GreenSavers as ENERGY STAR Contractor of the Year from more than 1,300 contractors across the country. We earned this distinction because of our professionalism and experience installing high efficiency systems like Mitsubishi heat pumps. Learn more about our HVAC services in Bend.
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You may have heard about both a ducted heat pump and a ductless heat pump. What’s the difference? A ducted heat pump typically replaces an existing gas or electric furnace and uses the existing ducts to distribute conditioned air throughout your home. A ductless heat pump has a single-indoor unit (called a “head”) that heats and cools a particular room or area of your home. Check out the video overviews or visit our ducted heat pump and ductless heat pump pages to learn more. (return to top)
Ducted heat pump video overview
Ductless heat pump video overview
Yes they do! Mitsubishi’s inverter-driven heat pump technology provides efficient heating, even in extreme cold weather. The Mitsubishi heat pumps that we install operate at full capacity down to 5 degrees, then at a reduced efficiency down to -13 degrees. Heat pump technology has advanced dramatically in that last 12 to 15 years, eliminating concerns about heating performance in cold weather. (return to top)
Customers of Central Electric Cooperative (CEC), Midstate Electric Cooperative, and Pacific Power can all take advantage of heat pump cash incentives, which are subject to change. CEC offers cash incentives up to $1,200 depending on the efficiency of the heat pump, the type of heating system that the heat pump replaces, and the condition of the ducts. If you’re a Midstate customer, you can expect a heat pump cash incentive up to $1,400, and Pacific Power customers get between $1,000 and $3,000 via the Energy Trust. (return to top)
The installation cost of a ducted heat pump is less than 20% more than the cost of installing a new high efficiency gas furnace and low efficiency air conditioner. Over time, you end up saving much more on your energy bills. Installing a 96% efficient gas furnace typically ranges between $5K and $6K, with a low efficiency air conditioner adding another $4K. A new heat pump, by comparison, typically costs between $10K and $12K. (return to top)
If you currently heat with electricity (e.g. an electric furnace or baseboard electric), a heat pump will bring your bills down. The high efficiency Mitsubishi heat pump systems that we install operate about twice as efficiently as standard electric systems (learn more about heat pumps: U.S. DOE). So a person who heats with an electric furnace and regularly sees $400 monthly heating bills could expect to cut their heating bills in half to about $200 a month, assuming that everything else is equal.
If an average homeowner in Oregon replaces a 95% efficient furnace and 13 SEER central AC with a Mitsubishi SVZ ducted heat pump, they could expect to save about $5,500 on their energy bills over 15-years. See how the operating costs compare to a gas furnace and central AC. (return to top)
If you have a two story home with a central heating and cooling system in Bend, Oregon, it’s common to see a 7 or 8 degree temperature difference between the first floor and the second floor. So in the summertime, when you set the thermostat to 70 degrees on the first floor, you might notice the temperature on the second floor creep up to 78 degrees. To get a consistent temperature between both floors, we recommend getting an evaluation of your attic insulation and an estimate for a heat pump, which provides provides zonal heating and cooling. (return to top)
We find that Mitsubishi strikes the right balance between performance and price for our clients in Bend and Central Oregon. Only Mitsubishi heat pumps feature hyper-heating technology, which allows the systems to deliver efficient heating all the way down to -13 degrees. This is essential for homes in Bend, Redmond, and Sisters. What’s more, Mitsubishi has a strong reputation for quality and durability. With proper maintenance, a Mitsubishi heat pump will perform reliably for more than 20 years. And with an ENERGY STAR certification, you know that Mitsubishi heat pumps are the most energy efficient on the market. (return to top)
Heat pumps are better at filtering air than central air systems. If you suffer from allergies in the spring or wildfire smoke in the fall, you’d likely notice a significant improvement by installing a heat pump. First, heat pumps operate continuously, delivering a steady stream of conditioned air throughout the home. Continuous operation means that indoor air is consistently moving through the air filter in the heat pump. Second, to improve indoor air quality even more, we recommend installing a two-stage catechin filter, which captures viruses, bacteria, and common allergens like dust, pollen, and dust mites. (return to top)
Yes! If you’re considering solar panels, you’ll want to first reduce your heating and cooling load by installing a Mitsubishi heat pump and taking other steps to improve the energy efficiency of your home (think insulation). By first reducing your heating and cooling load, you may be able to save substantially on solar because you’ll be able to meet your needs with a smaller solar panel system. (return to top)
According the U.S. Department of Energy, the energy efficiency of a heat pump will drop by 10% to 25% if severely neglected. First, you’ll want to change the filters regularly (about every 2-3 months). Second, when you change the filters, you should also do a basic cleaning to remove accumulated dirt or debris on the coils and fans, especially on the outdoor compressor. Consider signing up for the GreenSavers Home Performance Plan to ensure that your heat pump system stays under warranty and continues to operate at peak efficiency. What you get is a bi-annual tune up and maintenance check. If anything goes wrong, you jump to the front of the line with priority scheduling, and you get a 10% discount on parts and labor.
