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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.

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Summer Cooling

Works like a central AC - removes heat from indoor air and transfers it outside. Same comfort, same thermostat control.

2

Winter Heating

Reverses the cycle to extract heat from outdoor air, even in cold temperatures. Modern units maintain full heating capacity well below freezing.

3

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 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.

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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.

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Heat Pump Tune-Up

Schedule your first annual tune-up to keep your new system running at peak performance.

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Furnace Installation

Prefer a traditional gas furnace? Compare options and pricing.

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AC Installation

Your heat pump replaces your AC too - compare with a standalone air conditioner.

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Why Choose Us for Your Heat Pump Installation

We are constantly evolving and improving the way we do business.

  • 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!

  • We Service Your Area

    We service all of the Columbus metro, Columbus, Powell, Westerville, Grove City, Galloway, Pickerington, and more.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • All Makes and Models

    Fire & Ice can repair any Heat Pump regardless of make and model!

  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Heat pumps have higher upfront costs than traditional systems, and their efficiency decreases in extreme cold without a backup heat source. They also require a well-insulated home to perform their best. That said, the energy savings and available tax credits often offset the initial investment for many Columbus homeowners.
A dual fuel system pairs a heat pump with a gas furnace. The heat pump handles heating and cooling during moderate temperatures, and the furnace kicks in during the coldest days. This combination is particularly well-suited to Central Ohio's climate, giving you the efficiency of a heat pump with the reliability of gas backup.
Heat pump sizing depends on your home's heating and cooling loads, which we determine through a Manual J calculation. Because a heat pump handles both heating and cooling, getting the size right is even more important than with a single-function system. We will ensure your system is matched precisely to your home.
Yes. A heat pump provides both heating and cooling from a single outdoor unit. In summer it removes heat from your home just like a traditional air conditioner. In winter it reverses the process to bring heat inside. Many homeowners choose a dual fuel setup that pairs the heat pump with a gas furnace for backup on the coldest nights, giving you the efficiency of a heat pump most of the time with the reliability of gas when you need it.
Yes. AEP Ohio currently offers a $500 base rebate for qualifying heat pump installations. Ohio is also expected to launch its Home Efficiency and Appliance Rebate program in 2026, which could provide up to $8,000 for income-qualified households installing heat pumps. Heat pumps are eligible for significantly more rebates and incentives than gas furnaces. Our team will help you identify all applicable incentives during your estimate.
Yes. Modern cold-climate heat pumps with variable-speed compressors maintain full rated heating capacity down to around 5 degrees Fahrenheit. Columbus January lows average around 22 degrees, which is well within the efficient operating range. For the handful of nights each year that drop below 10 degrees, a dual fuel setup adds a gas furnace backup. The old concern that heat pumps do not work in cold climates is outdated for modern equipment.

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Kyle has been my service repairman previously and again he provided excellent service. He is always polite and informative. I would give him an A+!

Mark McCann

Jimmy did an outstanding job as usual. Very responsive on a weekend. I absolutely trust their honesty and integrity.

Laurence Blackman

From start to finish the process was very simple. Our comfort consultant Rodger was great. He helped us understand the flaws in our old HVAC system and helped us choose the right product to replace it with. Our installers arrived not only ahead of the original time but also did a great job in getting everything installed right and were able to get things done ahead of the original finish time. It was a true pleasureto have them in our home. We look forward to doing business with Fire & Ice in the future.

Laura Davis

Jimmy was awesome! He got stuck at the nearby train tracks and was afraid he would be late so he proactively called to tell me. My little yappy dogs were horrible and he wasn’t even phased. He squatted down to pet them and they were best friends by the time he left. On top of that I knew he was going to tell us that we needed a new unit, but I appreciated that he explained why to me and did ask to just speak to my husband. That respect as a woman is everything! Highly recommended!

Mary Chandler

Fire & Ice did a great job replacing the blower motor on my dad's furnace. Of coursethe motor decided to quit during the first hot spell which is a very busy time for all heating and A/C companies. We were able to get someone to come out the same day we called and diagnose the problem. They confirmed that they had the part andcould replace it in about a week. Everyone we dealt with at the company was very pleasant and knowledgeable.

Gerald Ruskan

Very through and professional. Isaac explained everything in easy-to-understand terms. We decided to sign up for the service plan.

Jim Sargent

Davon was very professional and personable. My service was going to be $230 but he told me about the monthly $25 service contract and what it included and it was ano brainer, my service visit only cost me $25 instead of $230. Shoot....he's like family now...lol

Jessica Parker

James was very professional and thorough; we’ve had a very positive experience with Fire and Ice thus far- from installing the AC/Furnace and maintaining them.