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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.

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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Chris Husmann

Fire and Ice has been wonderful to work with! Our new Furnace and AC are working like a dream. We had a number of places come out for estimates and Fire and Ice was the only one who actually went around and measured our windows and home and determined we should get a smaller furnace than what was installed before, saving us money both up front and on efficiency down the road. We were also impressed at the quality of the installation itself, as our old setup was clearly done without much care or thought. Fire and Ice took the time to move pipes and such that were just hanging from my ceiling before, move the humidifier to the proper side of the furnace, move over the ductwork that was not put in a good location, raise our electrical box outside away from the ground, and all kinds of little things to make sure our system runs right for a long time. It's been a few months and our setup runs perfectly. You get what you pay for, and I'm glad we paid for Fire and Ice!

Emily

When the 30 year old HVAC system in our house went out Fire and Ice was recommended to me. Brad, my sales representative, showed me a comprehensive list of my options, set me up with financing make a brand new system affordable, and professionally communicated throughout the entire process. The installers, Demetrius, Willard, and Tyler, were fantastic! They were very helpful and professional throughout the entire installation process and walked us through the ins and outs of the final product. The AC works like a dream just in time for the hot summer weather and we could not be happier! Fire and Ice is our go-to recommendation for anyone seeking HVAC work.

Mary Avalos-Miller

Our complete HVAC system was replaced a month ago. We experienced a flawless, informative process from sales to installation. Bryan, our sales pro, performed a detailed anaysis of our home's size, construction & features to develop an evaluation of our HVAC needs to offer the optimum sized equipment and has returned several times since the installation to insure it's proper functioning and our understanding of the entire system. The installation was performed within 3 days of our agreement - with the crew (Jon, Daniqua & Colby) getting the old system removed (furnace & A/C) and the new system installed in a matter of hours - they even modified ductwork and rerouted some lines originally installed by our builder to increase efficiency and give the system a cleaner appearance. Another great surprise was their tenacity with the cleanup - all their work areas were left totally spotless!!! Overall the best contractor performance we have experienced in 35 years of home ownership including having 2 homes built by the area's most reputable developers. The system runs great, is quiet and can now be operated through my phone from anywhere - even if just to insure it's running while at my winter haven. Thank You Fire & Ice!

Cathy Mace

Fire & Ice was great. Our sales rep, Bryan, was excellent. He was knowledgeable, professional, and didn’t pressure us to make a purchase. Due to our experience with him, we were already planning on using Fire & Ice to replace our old AC, but during the heat wave and storms, my once limping-along-AC decided 20 years was enough cooling and decided it’s job was done. My husband had initially set the meeting with Bryan, but was out of town, leaving me to pick up the sale. Bryan didn’t miss a beat when I emailed him asking to get a new AC installed ASAP. Within two days, my install techs, Demetrius P. and Willard J. were here to install. The excellent service continued. Both were amazing and incredibly professional, even dealing with my very vocal dog with grace every time they entered my house. They completed the job in a timely manner and everything was top notch. They were mindful of the fact that I work from home, and kept noise to an absolute minimum. By the time they left, I could feel the cool air flowing once again. They even took the time to swap out my furnace filter! Loved working with them and will recommend Fire & Ice to my friends & neighbors.

Jared Petersen

The entire process of having a new furnace and air conditioner installed was awesome. Scheduling the estimate was quick and easy and I didn't have to wait on availability. The estimate was very thorough, and Bryan was extremely helpful in explaining everything. Install was just a few days later based on my schedule (they could have installed sooner) and the install technicians (Bryan, Alontae, Von) were awesome. Very professional and courteous, adhering to local health guidelines the entire time. They also had somebody come out and take photos and videos of the install so they could use it in their training. They took the time to ensure everything was installed properly (my old install wasn't). They were also very helpful to show me everything about the system and new thermostat before they left. Bryan followed up with me a week later and stopped in to check on the install. He's awesome and having a tech come out and tweak a couple things (humidifier and thermostat) to ensure everything runs properly!

Jayson Nayuki

One of my good friend’s had a great experience with Fire and Ice, so I went ahead and tried them out. Amazing customers service. Brad was awesome with walking me through the process of getting a new furnace and answered all of my questions. I will be a returning customer and recommend Fire and Ice to all. Update on furnace installed: I can not praise this company enough. The technicians Floyd and Jacob were very professional and the craftsmanship was amazing. You can tell when someone takes pride in their work. Thank you for your hard work. It’s greatly appreciated.

Bryan Wade

Bryan and Nick were true professionals. They gave me a good heads up when they were going to arrive and did a great job installing the new furnace. They made sure to keep my house clean and walked me through what they did and gave me tips on how to get the best use/life out of my furnace. Will definitely recommend to a friend.

I Daniels

The two technicians arrived exactly when they said they would, immediately began to take care of business. They had more trouble than they anticipated getting the old furnace out but still pretty much finished at the time they told me. The system and heating space were left clean and tidy. they took a few extra minutes to troubleshoot my water tank to get it to ignite which was greatly appreciated. Very nice gentleman throughout the experience and gave me a thorough explanation of the paperwork and how to use the thermostat as well. Was a great experience