Heat Pumps · Palo Alto, CA
Heat Pumps services in Palo Alto, CA
A heat pump cools in summer and moves heat indoors in winter, so it runs most of the year. Heat pump services cover repairs to the reversing valve, defrost controls and backup heat, and sizing and installing new systems, including cold-climate models.
- Same-day appointments when available
- Licensed local contractors
- Written price first

Palo Alto, CA
Heat Pumps in Palo Alto: what's different
Heat Pumps work in Palo Alto follows the local climate. Heat pumps are common in mixed climates and run year-round. Many homes pair them with a gas furnace as a dual-fuel system for the coldest days.
A common Palo Alto pattern: electrification. City programs strongly encourage heat pumps and all-electric homes.
The heat pumps services Palo Alto homeowners ask for most are heat Pump Installation. All-electric and dual-fuel systems, sized for your local climate.
The City of Palo Alto Development Services issues mechanical permits, and City of Palo Alto Utilities has offered electrification incentives. California requires C-20 licensed contractors.
Heat Pumps
Heat Pumps services in Palo Alto
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Pick the right service
| If this is happening | Start with |
|---|---|
| It blows cool air in heat mode or ices over | Heat Pump Repair in California |
| You are replacing an AC, furnace or old heat pump | Heat Pump Installation in Palo Alto |
| You want heating and cooling for one room or addition | Ductless Mini-Split Installation in Palo Alto |
FAQ
Heat Pumps questions in Palo Alto
Who handles heat pumps service in Palo Alto, CA?+
Call with your ZIP code. We connect you with a licensed HVAC contractor in our network that serves Palo Alto, including Professorville, Old Palo Alto, Crescent Park, and they give you a written price before work starts.
Does Palo Alto Utilities offer heat pump incentives?+
City of Palo Alto Utilities has offered electrification programs. Check current offers.
Do heat pumps work in cold weather?+
Yes. Cold-climate heat pumps are rated to heat at temperatures well below freezing, with backup heat for the coldest days.
Why is my heat pump blowing cool air?+
It may be in defrost mode for a few minutes. If it continues, the reversing valve, refrigerant charge or backup heat may need service.
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