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ecent innovations in propane home heating “The result is improved efficiency, lower
equipment offer new opportunities to show- operating costs, and greater comfort.” The Heat Pump
case the benefits of propane to homebuilders Helper™ is available today with more propane-pow-
Rand homeowners alike. ered hybrid heat pump solutions coming to market in
HVAC contractors too often settle on installing 2024.
new or replacement electric-only heat pumps. But Get the latest information at propane.com/hybrid-
those heat pumps historically struggle to keep up in heatpumpsolution.
cold temperatures. They depend on electric resistance Benefits of Hybrid Heating Systems
heat that boosts electric demand by three to four
times – and still fails to keep residents consistently COMFORT - Hybrid heat pump solutions deliver fast
warm throughout the house. and consistent comfort, warming a home without
relying on scorched, dry air from electric heat strips.
Recent advances in technology present an
opportunity to capitalize on that deficiency, deliver AFFORDABILITY - Compared to all-electric systems,
improved comfort, and increase the likelihood for hybrid heat pump solutions reduce operating costs by
HVAC companies to recommend propane for the 35%.
upgrade. “Hydronic heat pump solutions, like the Heat EFFICIENCY - Hybrid heat pump solutions are energy
Pump Helper™, feature hybrid technology to bring the efficient, requiring less amperage while still improving
comfort of propane to newly installed or pre-existing heating performance.
heat pumps,” says Bryan Cordill, director of residential FLEXIBILITY - For homeowners considering future
business development for the Propane Education & additions of solar- or wind-generated power, a hybrid
Research Council (PERC). heat pump solution can make installation more
“Pairing a hydronic heat pump with cost-effective due to the reduced electrical peak and
a propane storage tank, tankless running loads.
water heater or even a boiler is an Propane Industry Promotional Special
innovation that provides solutions PERC, in partnership with Bindus Manufac-
for builders and homeowners.” turing, is seeking industry support to promote the
Heat Pump Helper™ by encouraging propane industry
Here’s how it works: members to purchase the product and provide feed-
back on its performance.
When the existing thermostat calls for heat, it
engages a circulating pump that starts the flow of hot Bindus is offering propane industry employ-
water through a hydronic heating coil that is mounted ees special pricing of $1,575 plus certified installation
on the air handler. The air gets heated as the blower training on the unit. Many states are offering addi-
moves the air through existing ductwork to heat the tional rebates for industry members who install a unit
home. in their home in exchange for feedback on user and
installation experience.
Water continues to circulate though the water
heater and the hydronic heating coil as long as there is If you are interested in trying The Heat Pump
a call for heat. Water also flows to domestic hot water Helper™, please complete the interest form at the link
fixtures like the sink or the shower, on demand. below. Please note that completing this form does not
guarantee a reservation or approval for the purchase
“One gas line. One vent. Doing the job of two of a unit. Applications will be made available as res-
appliances. Now your propane water heater paired ervation slots are opened. To complete the interest
with a hydronic heat pump provides both hot water form, click here.■
and space heating to your home,” Cordill says.

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