
Heat Pumps
Year-round comfort with heat pumps
Efficient heating and cooling in one system, with generous rebates available.
Heat pumps deliver both efficient heating and cooling from a single system, making them one of the smartest comfort upgrades available to Ontario homeowners today. With significant government rebates on the table and modern cold-climate models that perform through our winters, there has never been a better time to make the switch, and Summers & Smith handles everything from system design to the rebate paperwork.
How heat pumps work

Instead of burning fuel to create heat, a heat pump moves heat from one place to another, extracting warmth from the outdoor air to heat your home in winter, then reversing the process to cool your home in summer. Because moving heat takes far less energy than generating it, heat pumps are remarkably efficient.
Modern cold-climate heat pumps are engineered specifically for climates like ours and continue to deliver reliable heat well below freezing. Many homeowners pair a heat pump with a backup furnace in a hybrid setup that automatically uses whichever source is most efficient at any given temperature.
Is a heat pump right for you?
Heat pumps are an excellent fit for many York Region homes, especially those looking to lower energy costs, reduce their carbon footprint, or add cooling to a home that doesn't have it. Ductless mini-split heat pumps are ideal for additions, older homes without ductwork, and rooms that are always too hot or too cold.
Our team assesses your home and helps you decide between ducted and ductless options, then maximizes every rebate and incentive available to bring down your upfront cost.
- Ducted and ductless configurations available
- Cold-climate models that perform in Ontario winters
- Hybrid systems that pair with a backup furnace
- Eligible for major government and manufacturer rebates
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Frequently asked questions
Do heat pumps work in cold Ontario winters?+
Yes. Modern cold-climate heat pumps are designed to deliver efficient heat well below freezing. For the coldest days, many homeowners choose a hybrid system that automatically switches to a backup furnace.
How much can I save with a heat pump?+
Savings depend on your current system and energy rates, but many homeowners see meaningful reductions in their heating and cooling costs, especially when replacing electric or oil heat. Rebates further improve the payback.
What rebates are available for heat pumps?+
Heat pumps are among the most heavily incentivized upgrades, with rebates available worth up to $4,275. We identify and handle all the paperwork for you.
Equipment we install
Popular heat pumps chosen by York Region homeowners
Lennox
Lennox Elite Series EL22XPV Heat Pump
- Up to 22 SEER 2 efficiency rating
- Quiet 61 dB operation
- Designed to weather the harshest elements

Lennox
Lennox Elite Series EL18XPV Heat Pump
- Up to 19.4 SEER 2 efficiency rating
- Sound levels as low as 61 dBA
- First variable-speed heat pump of its kind

Daikin
Daikin FIT DH7VS Heat Pump
- Up to 19 SEER 2 efficiency rating
- Low profile design fits where traditional cube style cannot
- 12-year limited warranty

Ready for reliable comfort?
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