Consortium for Energy Efficiency: Homeowner Decision Matrix and System Design Guide

Audience: Heat pump customers

Homeowners interested in purchasing a heat pump, or who have an existing unit, can use this helpful matrix to discuss the system design choices and process, system sizing, and product selection with a qualified contractor. This document also provides useful about

• Energy-saving and non-energy benefits of heat pumps
• Differences between partial and whole-home systems
• Equipment selection and load calculation
• System types and configurations

This document is part of a suite of Air Source Heat Pump Quality Installation Resources for residential heating and cooling systems. Download this residential heating and cooling systems resource and other documents here.