Heat Pump Installation
in Columbus, OH
Choosing and installing a new heat pump is a significant investment in your home's year-round comfort. Our team can provide you with the information and equipment options for your budget to make the right decision for your home.
Heating AND Cooling in One System
A heat pump replaces both your furnace and your air conditioner with a single system. In summer, it works exactly like a central air conditioner, removing heat from your home. In winter, it reverses the process to extract heat from the outdoor air and bring it inside.
That means one system, one maintenance schedule, and one investment that covers your home's comfort year-round. Modern heat pumps with variable-speed compressors maintain comfortable temperatures efficiently across all seasons, and many homeowners report more even heating than traditional furnaces.
Summer Cooling
Works like a central AC — removes heat from indoor air and transfers it outside. Same comfort, same thermostat control.
Winter Heating
Reverses the cycle to extract heat from outdoor air, even in cold temperatures. Modern units maintain full heating capacity well below freezing.
Year-Round Savings
One system to install, maintain, and repair. Heat pumps are highly efficient in both modes, which can significantly reduce your energy costs.
Do Heat Pumps Work in Columbus Winters?
This is the most common question we hear, and the answer is yes. Modern cold-climate heat pumps with variable-speed compressors and vapor injection technology maintain full rated heating capacity down to around 5°F and continue operating with reduced output well below that.
Columbus January lows average around 22°F — well within the efficient operating range of today's heat pumps. For the handful of nights each year that drop below 10°F, a dual fuel setup pairs your heat pump with a gas furnace backup. The heat pump handles mild-to-moderate cold at high efficiency, and the gas furnace takes over only on the coldest nights.
Heat Pump Only
Modern cold-climate units handle Columbus weather efficiently in all but the most extreme conditions. Best for all-electric homes or homeowners who want to eliminate gas use.
Dual Fuel
Pairs a heat pump with a gas furnace backup. The heat pump runs above ~35°F; the furnace takes over below that. The most popular option in central Ohio for maximum comfort and efficiency.
With Electric Backup
Uses electric resistance heat strips as backup instead of a gas furnace. A fully electric solution for homes without gas lines.
Replacing your unit with a new heat pump can significantly advance your home's comfort and energy efficiency. A new heat pump will work reliably and steadily, and it will also be more efficient than your old one. Getting your new heat pump installed by a factory-trained professional is one of the ways that you can make sure it works well for as long as possible.
We know how significant this investment is to you, and choosing the right unit is critical. We have the most comprehensive process in Columbus when it comes to selecting the right heat pump for your home and desired comfort level.
A Fire & Ice comfort consultant will come out to survey your household to perform a load calculation to determine your home's BTU requirements, allowing us to provide you with a quote on four different options based on budget and comfort needs.
We are fully licensed and obtain the necessary permits for the projects in your home. Before starting the work, our experts will perform a survey of your household to create a custom-fit design for the project.
What to Expect At Your Estimate
Watch a quick 2 minute video on what you can expect at your estimate for a new HVAC system.
We know how significant this investment is to you, and choosing the right unit is critical. Our process is the most comprehensive in town when it comes to selecting the right air conditioner for your home and desired comfort level.
A Fire & Ice comfort consultant will come out to survey your house and perform a load calculation to determine your home's BTU requirements allowing us to provide you with a quote on four different options based on budget and comfort needs.
Heat Pump Units and Accessories
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- ✓ Carrier's most efficient Heat pump
- ✓ Up to 20.5 SEER ratings
- ✓ Low Dba sound levels
- ✓ Heating effiecncy up to 11 HSPF rating
- ✓ Up to 5 stages of operation
- ✓ Humidity removal in the summer
- ✓ Carriers Performance Series
- ✓ Up to 9 HSPF heating efficiency
- ✓ Single-stage cooling
Heat Pump vs. Furnace: Which Is Right for You?
Heat Pump
- One system for heating AND cooling
- Reduce natural gas dependence
- Eligible for significant rebates
- All-electric option available
Gas Furnace
- Lower upfront equipment cost
- Works with existing gas infrastructure
- Familiar technology, proven track record
- Still requires a separate AC unit
Dual Fuel
- Heat pump efficiency in mild weather
- Gas furnace reliability on coldest nights
- Best of both technologies
- Most popular choice in central Ohio
Not sure which option is best for your home? Our comfort consultants will evaluate your home and help you compare.
Compare Furnace Installation →Rebates & Incentives for Heat Pumps
Heat pumps are eligible for more rebates and incentives than gas furnaces, which can significantly offset the upfront cost.
AEP Ohio Rebate
AEP Ohio offers a $500 base rebate for qualifying heat pump installations. This is applied directly to reduce your installation cost.
Ohio HEAR Rebates
Ohio's Home Efficiency and Appliance Rebate program offers rebates up to $8,000 for income-qualified households installing heat pumps. Program launch is expected in 2026.
Rebate amounts and availability are subject to change. Our team will help you identify all applicable incentives during your estimate.
Related Services
Heat Pump Repair
Having issues with your current system? We can diagnose and fix the problem.
Heat Pump Tune-Up
Schedule your first annual tune-up to keep your new system running at peak performance.
Furnace Installation
Prefer a traditional gas furnace? Compare options and pricing.
AC Installation
Your heat pump replaces your AC too — compare with a standalone air conditioner.
Why Choose Us for Your Heat Pump Installation
We are constantly evolving and improving the way we do business.
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24 Hour Service
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year, you have Columbus's leading Heat Pump repair specialists awaiting your call!
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We Service Your Area
We service all of the Columbus metro, Columbus, Powell, Westerville, Grove City, Galloway, Pickerington, and more.
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Affordable Repairs
After diagnosing the system, your technician will verify the repairs and cost before they perform the work. There are never any surprises at the end of the service!
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One-Year Warranty
We stand by our work by offering a one-year warranty on all our repairs and extended repair warranties for our Maintenance Agreement holders.
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Training
Fire & Ice's technicians go through on-going training year-round in the largest training facility in Central Ohio, also owned by Fire & Ice.
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All Makes and Models
Fire & Ice can repair any Heat Pump regardless of make and model!
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Superior Service
With our accreditation and A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, you can trust that your Heat Pump is in good hands with Fire & Ice.
