All About Inverter HVAC: Pros and Cons

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As air conditioner technology improves, engineers and AC manufacturers can refine old machines to boost efficiency. They also learn how to create entirely new systems that outperform old ones. There used to be only one kind of HVAC system available to cool homes, and all air conditioners had to follow that schematic.

However, there is a new form of air conditioner called the inverter HVAC system. An inverter air conditioner offers an entirely different cooling method that optimizes indoor comfort. Let's look at what an inverter HVAC is and weigh the pros and cons it offers over standard cooling solutions.

What Is an Inverter HVAC?

Inverter air conditioners are significant improvements over conventional HVAC systems. Air conditioner manufacturers designed them to be more energy-efficient and to bypass many of the negative qualities of standard AC units. They utilize adjustable compressor speeds to accomplish this task.

These air conditioners reach your desired temperature by operating at the highest speed; then, they adjust the compressor speed to maintain the same temperature without having significant fluctuations.

The Pros of Having an Inverter HVAC

Since developers designed inverter HVAC systems to combat the fallacies of regular HVAC systems, they have many benefits compared to a typical HVAC unit. These systems are incredibly efficient, quiet, and stable. They are also compatible with solar panels, which is rare for an HVAC system.

In addition to these benefits, inverter HVAC units offer several other pros.

Lower Energy Consumption

The biggest flaw with regular HVAC systems is that they operate at 100% capacity when they turn on. They are incapable of running at anything less than maximum capacity. This drawback is because the compressors cannot change how much power they need to use.

Inverter air conditioners can vary their compressor speeds when they don't have to work hard. This capability helps reduce the energy used by nearly 40% yearly! Lower energy usage also means lower energy bills.

Quiet Operation

Inverter HVAC units operate so quietly that you won't even hear them running, even when they turn on or off. Conversely, normal HVAC units make loud clicks and squeaks when turning on.

Inverter units attribute this noise reduction to their ability to operate at reduced speeds. Since the compressor can run in stages, it can quietly increase speed to run at various paces. Additionally, the interior fan can run without the compressor running.

Even Cooling for Rooms

The biggest thing that traditional HVAC systems fail at producing is even cooling in all rooms of a house. The thermostat reads in one specific area of a home, and the vents blow air in different places. As a result, the thermostat often has an inaccurate reading of the home's temperature.

Inverter air conditioners can push air in different directions from the same unit, providing even cooling for one or many rooms within the same airflow.

Compatible with Solar Power

Older HVAC systems are wildly inefficient. Since those older HVAC systems use a significant amount of power, they drain solar systems of every available kilowatt. Without power saved in your batteries, you lose the energy efficiency you wanted when you installed the solar panels.

However, inverter air conditioners are incredibly efficient, so they don't drain as much power from your batteries or solar panels as older AC units. If you're trying to reduce your carbon footprint or lower your power bills with solar energy, an inverter HVAC is the best AC unit you can buy.

The Cons of Having an Inverter HVAC

While inverter HVAC systems have many benefits, they also have some drawbacks. For example, these systems rely on previous construction, have different technology than standard HVAC systems, and are very expensive.

Reliant on Proper Insulation

Inverter air conditioners rely on proper insulation to cool a home. If your house is not adequately insulated, your power bills may not go down. They may even increase!

Older homes are also susceptible to this problem because they are often poorly insulated compared to modern homes. If you install an inverter HVAC, consider evaluating your home's insulation.

May Result in Higher Humidity in the Home

Inverter air conditioners can cool rooms exceptionally quickly. Because of this, the compressor often runs in short bursts to maintain the temperature in the room. However, a compressor running in short bursts cannot efficiently remove humidity from your home.

A higher humidity level in the home will create an uncomfortable atmosphere, regardless of temperature. It may also cause mold or allergy and asthma issues.

High Initial Cost

Inverter air conditioners are new and relatively unknown, so the demand for these machines is low. As is typical with new technology, they are also expensive. In addition, they contain costly parts and components, which increase the prices.

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The trade-off for these high prices is the low operating costs. However, the high initial cost may turn some off from purchasing one.

High Repair Costs

Since inverter HVAC systems are relatively new, it takes special training and professional knowledge to work on them. Most inexperienced HVAC companies won't be able to work on them, and some experienced ones will charge hefty fees for general maintenance. Emergencies repairs will likely skyrocket the price.

Quality HVAC System Solutions

If you're thinking about buying and installing an inverter HVAC system, hopefully, this breakdown of what they are and their qualities will help you decide whether you want one or not. If you're considering replacing your AC unit because of cooling problems, read here to know more about the common problems with HVAC cooling systems before buying a new HVAC system. It could help you save money by finding an easy fix you didn't know you needed!

If you need AC replacement, repair, or maintenance, call Quality Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing at (918) 212- for work in Glenpool, OK, or (918) 221- for work in Tulsa, OK.

Author: Jeff O'Hara

Severe winter weather is no longer an anomaly here in Houston, TX. We've been enduring colder-than-average conditions for the last three years, including the most recent Christmas Eve freeze of . Many of us, including your humble blog writer, found ourselves surprised by how inadequately many of our home heating systems performed.

Now, of course, Houston area homes aren't built with brutal winter weather in mind, considering we spend 70 ' 80% of the year with the air conditioner on. This means furnaces are often an afterthought when it's time to replace our HVAC systems, especially when we see what that new air conditioner costs. Usually, homeowners will opt to install a less expensive furnace to save money on the unexpected installation costs.

The HVAC Industry is Shifting to New Technologies.

Since the s, whole-house HVAC systems have been the standard for residential comfort systems; for the most part, they have served us well. But, much for the same reason, you wouldn't drive a car based on 50-year-old technology and wouldn't want to continue heating and cooling your home with outdated methods.

As part of our exclusive partnership with Trane® Technologies, Nick's Air Conditioning is proud to offer the complete line of Mitsubishi Electric ductless, mini-split heat pumps. The purpose of this blog, however, will not be to persuade you to install a Mitsubishi Electric heat pump 'we'll get to that in a future blog. Instead, we'll introduce you to the concept of the inverter heat pump, what makes them different from whole-house HVAC systems, and why one may be a good choice for your home.

I Have a Furnace, but I've Never Heard of a Heat Pump. What's the Difference?

Right out of the gate, I'd like to clear up the misconception that a heat pump's only purpose is to provide heat. Heat pumps, or mini-splits 'named for their small size and dual function'do not function like a standard air conditioner or furnace. When in 'heating' mode, the pump draws heat out of the outdoor air to transfer into your home. In 'cooling' mode, the pump instead draws the heat out of your home and disperses it outside. Heat pumps use a liquid refrigerant to facilitate the movement of heat from one set of pump coils to another.

What Exactly is an Inverter Heat Pump?

The best way to explain what an inverter heat pump does is to first look at how our current, standard HVAC systems operate. With a traditional HVAC system, window AC units, and even space heaters, a continuous 'on-off-on' cycle must be maintained to keep your home comfortable.

The length of each on or off cycle will vary, based on weather conditions and thermostat settings, with your HVAC system constantly playing 'catch up' to the thermostat once the temperature drops below the set point. The repetitive cycling is because your central AC or furnace can only operate at one speed: full blast. It's either on or it's off. There is no in-between. Instead of being restricted to a single operating speed, inverter heat pumps use a fully variable-speed compressor motor that can run at any power level.

How is an Inverter Heat Pump Different from a Furnace?

To generate heat, a furnace requires a combustible fuel source to provide the energy, usually natural gas, propane, electricity, or a combination of two of those. Heat pumps do not use combustible fuels to generate their heat; they use standard 110-volt electrical power. As a bonus, during the summer, your heat pump can operate in reverse to extract air from your home to cool it down using it as an air conditioner.

Does an Inverter Heat Pump Run Continuously? 

As an inverter heat pump is designed to change motor speeds to continually react to temperature sensors instantly, it never completely shuts off. Consider an inverter heat pump compared to a car running in 'cruise control' mode 'without manual intervention, the inverter pump will not start or stop. Instead, it will run in a variable-speed mode where the amount of energy used is continually adjusted as needed to maintain the desired temperature and humidity levels.

What are Some Advantages of an Inverter Heat Pump?

• Consistent Temperatures: No more fussing with the thermostat in an attempt to achieve optimum comfort. Inverter heat pumps use continually operating variable-speed motor technology to maintain continuously comfortable conditions. Over the years, the lack of repeated on-off-on cycles dramatically reduces wear and tear on these units.  

• Controlled Energy Use: Inverter heat pumps accurately maintain your home's temperature, eliminating repeated on-off cycles that require additional energy. Inverter heat pumps can save a homeowner as much as 70% of heating and cooling costs, and since no fuel combustion is needed, harmful emissions are almost eliminated.

• Powerful Enough to Heat or Cool Quickly: Returning from a vacation or opening up your summer home for the first time? Inverter-driven mini split heat pumps will quickly get your home up 'or down'to the desired temperature and comfort level, thanks to the efficiency and high-speed capabilities of the inverter-driven compressor. 

How Long Does an Inverter Heat Pump Last?

Under normal usage conditions, mini-split heat pumps can last between 12 ' 15 years, especially if maintained properly. Since inverter heat pumps are relied upon for twenty-four-hour-a-day operation for much of their lifespan, it can be expected that the replacement of moving parts or motor brushes may be required.  

Let Nick's Air Conditioning Help Introduce You to Inverter Heat Pumps.

It's no secret that the home heating and air conditioning industry is changing for the better, as environmental concerns and the need for higher efficiency to reduce energy use and cost. Nick's Air Conditioning is at the forefront of that change, offering the newest products from our manufacturing partners Trane® Technologies and Mitsubishi Electric, as well as the training and expertise to install and service them.
If you still have questions about inverter heat pumps and if they're suitable for your home, call Nick's Air Conditioning, and ask for one of our HVAC experts.

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