Cold-climate heat pumps have transformed home heating options in Wisconsin. The latest variable-speed models operate efficiently at temperatures down to -13°F or lower — making them a genuine choice for Wauwatosa homeowners. Burkhardt Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric installs heat pump systems throughout Milwaukee County, helping homeowners cut energy costs and reduce reliance on natural gas.
**Cold-Climate Performance**
Unlike older models that lost effectiveness below freezing, today's cold-climate heat pumps — from Mitsubishi, Carrier, Trane, and Lennox — move heat from outdoor air into your home even in subzero conditions. Because they transfer heat rather than generate it by combustion, they deliver two to three units of heat energy per unit of electricity — an efficiency ratio no gas furnace can match.
For homes like those in Wauwatosa's Washington Highlands architect-designed early 20th-century homes alongside the Froedtert-Medical College of Wisconsin campus, a single heat pump system providing both heating and cooling is an elegant mechanical solution.
**Dual Fuel Systems**
Many Milwaukee County homeowners pair a cold-climate heat pump with an existing gas furnace — called a dual fuel or hybrid system. The heat pump handles most of the heating load efficiently during milder winter weather, and the gas furnace takes over on the coldest nights when it becomes the more cost-effective heat source. You get maximum efficiency without sacrificing reliability.
**Rebates and Incentives**
The federal Inflation Reduction Act provides a tax credit of up to 30% of installation costs (capped at $2,000 annually) for qualifying heat pumps. Wisconsin Focus on Energy offers additional rebates for eligible systems. GreenSky financing is available for remaining costs.
Call **414-206-3049** to schedule your heat pump consultation.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**Can a heat pump work through a Wisconsin winter?** Yes. Modern cold-climate heat pumps — including Mitsubishi's Hyper-Heating and Carrier's Greenspeed series — operate efficiently down to -13°F or colder. For the most extreme cold, a dual fuel system pairs the heat pump with a gas furnace backup, delivering heat pump efficiency for most of the heating season and gas reliability on the coldest nights.
**What rebates are available for heat pump installation in Wauwatosa?** The federal Inflation Reduction Act provides a tax credit of up to 30% of costs (capped at $2,000 per year) for qualifying systems. Wisconsin Focus on Energy offers additional rebates. Income-qualified households may qualify for larger incentive amounts. We identify all applicable programs during your free consultation.
Can a heat pump work through a Wisconsin winter?
Yes. Modern cold-climate heat pumps — including Mitsubishi's Hyper-Heating and Carrier's Greenspeed series — operate efficiently down to -13°F or colder. For the most extreme cold, a dual fuel system pairs the heat pump with a gas furnace backup, delivering heat pump efficiency for most of the heating season and gas reliability on the coldest nights.
What rebates are available for heat pump installation in Wauwatosa?
The federal Inflation Reduction Act provides a tax credit of up to 30% of costs (capped at $2,000 per year) for qualifying systems. Wisconsin Focus on Energy offers additional rebates. Income-qualified households may qualify for larger incentive amounts. We identify all applicable programs during your free consultation.
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