Heating and Cooling in One Efficient System

A heat pump cools your home in summer like an air conditioner, then reverses to bring heat indoors when the weather turns cool. Because it moves heat instead of burning fuel to create it, a heat pump can be an efficient way to keep a home comfortable all year. Orange County's mild climate is a natural fit: our winters are gentle and our summers, especially inland, call for dependable cooling. Popsicle Air installs heat pumps for homeowners throughout the county, from Irvine and Mission Viejo to Anaheim.

Who a Heat Pump Is Right For

• Replacing an aging AC and furnace. If both pieces of equipment are getting old, a heat pump can replace them with a single outdoor unit paired with an indoor air handler.

• Going all-electric. Homeowners moving away from gas appliances often start with heating and cooling.

• Adding cooling to a heat-only home. If your home only has a furnace, a heat pump adds air conditioning and heating at the same time.

• Homes with solar. If you already produce your own electricity, an electric heat pump can make good use of it.

Ducted vs. Ductless Heat Pumps

• Ducted systems. If your home has ductwork in decent shape, a ducted heat pump connects to it and conditions the whole house through your existing vents.

• Ductless mini-splits. For homes without ducts, additions or rooms that never get comfortable, ductless mini-splits deliver heating and cooling directly to each zone.

• Combination setups. Some homes use a ducted system for the main living areas and a ductless unit for a converted garage or addition.

How We Install a Heat Pump

• Load calculation. We size the system with a Manual J load calculation, which looks at your home's square footage, windows, insulation and orientation, instead of guessing from the old unit's size.

• Electrical panel check. Heat pumps run on electricity, so we review your panel and circuits to confirm there is capacity, and tell you upfront if any electrical work is needed.

• Duct evaluation. For ducted installs, we inspect your ductwork for leaks, damage or poor sizing that would hold back performance.

• Placement and HOA rules. Outdoor unit location matters for noise, airflow and appearance. We plan placement with setbacks, neighbors and your HOA's guidelines in mind and can help with the details your association asks for.

• Permits and testing. We handle the required permits and test the system in both cooling and heating modes before we leave.

Why Heat Pumps Make Sense in Orange County

Our winters rarely get cold enough to challenge a modern heat pump, so it can handle heating comfortably for most of the year. Inland homes need strong cooling on hot summer and fall days, and a properly sized heat pump provides it. Near the coast, where homes may need a little heat on damp evenings and some cooling in late summer, one system covers both. Utility and state rebates for heat pumps sometimes exist, and we will help you check what is currently available for your home.

What to Expect

• Assessment. We visit your home, run a load calculation, check your electrical panel and ductwork and review your options.

• Upfront price. You get a clear, written price before work begins, covered by our price-match guarantee.

• Clean install. We protect your home, remove old equipment, install and commission the new system and clean up completely.

• Follow-up and maintenance. We walk you through the thermostat and keep your heat pump running well with the Perfect Air Membership.

Heat Pump FAQ

How much does a heat pump installation cost?
It depends on your home's size, whether it is ducted or ductless, the equipment you choose and any electrical or duct work needed. We give you an upfront price after an in-home assessment, and 0% financing is available, subject to credit approval.

Will a heat pump keep my home warm in winter?
For Orange County's mild winters, a properly sized heat pump is well suited to keeping your home comfortable.

Do I need to upgrade my electrical panel?
Not always. We check your panel's capacity during the assessment and let you know upfront whether any electrical work is needed.

Are there rebates for heat pumps?
Utility and state rebates for heat pumps sometimes exist, and availability changes. We will help you check what is currently available.

Can you install a heat pump in an HOA community?
Yes. We plan outdoor unit placement with your HOA's rules in mind and can help with the information your association needs.

Related: Ductless Mini-Splits · AC Replacement · Heater Replacement · Financing · Perfect Air Membership

Call or text 949-357-2665 to schedule your heat pump assessment. Same-day and next-day appointments available, 8 AM to 7 PM, seven days a week.