A dual fuel heating system is an electric heat pump with a gas or oil furnace to back it up. Sometimes it is called an Add-on Heat Pump (AOHP). A heat pump moves heat into or out of your home, depending on the season. Basically it acts like an air conditioner in the summer and an extremely efficient heater in the winter!
Today’s heat pumps work efficiently at all outdoor temperatures, but they are extremely energy efficient when they operate in the temperatures from 20 to 60 degrees. In this temperature range a new heat pump can generate heat at a very low cost.
When used with a backup gas or oil furnace, the dual fuel heat pump is able to provide 60% to 70% of your total winter heat. The furnace is still used in the colder winter temperatures and will supply all the remaining heat.
Let us show you how we can save you money by taking advantage of these hybrid heating systems. Click here to learn more about our Cincinnati heat pump services or schedule a free in-home estimate online or call today!
Why call Rick’s for heat pump service?
Cincinnati Area Heating and Cooling Contractor Since 1986, families and businesses have trusted Rick’s Heating & Cooling with all their heating and cooling needs. We proudly serve the following counties: Warren, Butler, Hamilton, Clermont, Clinton and extended areas.
We are a full service heating and cooling company that can assist you with all of your heating and cooling needs.
- Residential and Commercial Heating and Cooling Services
- New Heating or Cooling System Installation or Replacement
- Free Estimates on New Heating and Cooling Installations and Replacements
- Financing Available for Qualifying Heating and Cooling Installations or Repair
- HVAC for New Construction Specialist
- All Heating or Cooling Service Related Issues
- 24 Hour / 7 Day HVAC Service
- Preferred Maintenance Agreements on all HVAC Products
- Addressing any Indoor Air Quality Concerns

