When an aging system finally needs replacing in Tucson, a heat pump is often the conversation that follows. It handles both heating and cooling, it runs efficiently in the mild winters here, and Tucson Electric Power customers may qualify for rebates on qualifying installations. Rite Way installs and replaces central, ductless, and mini-split heat pumps across the Tucson metro, serving homeowners who are replacing a worn-out system and those switching from a gas furnace for the first time. We provide upfront pricing before any work begins, offer guidance on every rebate that applies to your project, and have more than 13,000 Google reviews at a 4.9-star average backing up the work.
Installing or replacing a heat pump is more than placing equipment. Our process makes sure the system fits the home and performs correctly from day one.
We also handle safe removal and disposal of your existing equipment. Before any work begins, we walk you through the manufacturer warranty on your equipment and our labor warranty on the installation.
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A new heat pump is a significant investment, and who installs it matters as much as which system you choose. Here is what Rite Way brings to every installation:
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We recommend a system based on your home: its size, its ductwork, and how you use energy in Tucson’s climate. That means a cooling-forward recommendation that accounts for the long, demanding summers here, not a one-size approach.
On installation day, we remove and dispose of your old equipment, install the new system, and test it before we leave. We walk you through how to use the system and what to expect from it. If rebates apply to your project, we help you navigate them. We want the investment to make sense for your home and your budget, not just generate a sale.
Most heat pump problems are worth repairing. But some situations point clearly toward heat pump replacement. Consider a new system if yours is showing several of the following:
If you are not sure whether repair or replacement makes more sense, our technicians will give you a straight answer. Visit our heat pump repair page for more on how that decision works.
Installing a heat pump in Tucson opens up rebate opportunities that gas furnaces do not qualify for. Two programs are worth knowing about before you commit to a system.
Tucson Electric Power Efficient Home Program: Tucson Electric Power customers may qualify for rebates of up to $720 on a qualifying heat pump. We will confirm what applies to your system when we give you a quote. Please note that TEP rebates apply to TEP customers only. Homeowners in Sierra Vista and Benson are served by a different utility and should ask us about what applies in their area.
Programs and terms change without notice. We will verify what applies to your home before you commit to anything. If spreading the cost matters regardless of rebates, we offer financing options on qualifying services.
New heat pump installations come with a manufacturer warranty on the equipment and a 2-year labor warranty on the installation. New systems installed by Rite Way are also eligible for the Total Care Protection Plan, which includes one annual maintenance visit and extends your labor warranty from 2 years to 10 years as long as you stay enrolled. If you sell your home, the warranty transfers to the new owner. Ask about enrollment when you call.
When you shop for a heat pump, you will see efficiency ratings on every system. Here is what they mean and why one matters most in Tucson.
SEER2 measures seasonal cooling efficiency averaged across a range of outdoor temperatures throughout the cooling season. A higher SEER2 means lower energy use for cooling over the full season.
EER2 measures cooling efficiency at a specific outdoor temperature: 95°F. This is the rating that matters most in Tucson, because according to NWS 1991 to 2020 climate normals, the city averages 68 days per year at 100°F or hotter. A system’s EER2 tells you how it actually performs under the conditions your heat pump will face most often during a Tucson summer.
HSPF2 measures heating efficiency over the heating season. Tucson’s winters are mild, so this rating matters less here than in colder climates.
For a Tucson home, cooling ratings, SEER2 and particularly EER2, should drive most of your efficiency decisions. We explain what each rating means for your home and your Tucson Electric Power bill when we make a recommendation.
Many Tucson homeowners replacing an older furnace or central AC choose a heat pump for the next system. A few things change with the switch that are worth knowing before installation day.
The heat feels different. A heat pump delivers warm air rather than the hot blast associated with a gas furnace. The air coming from the vents will be noticeably warm rather than intensely hot. This is normal and expected. Our heat pump repair page explains this in more detail.
Your electrical panel may need attention. Switching from gas to a heat pump means the new system runs entirely on electricity. Depending on your panel’s current capacity and age, an upgrade may be needed to support the new equipment. Rite Way has a licensed electrical team that handles panel repair and installation and can assess what your home needs as part of the project.
The gas furnace comes out. We remove and dispose of your existing equipment as part of every installation.
For a full comparison of gas furnaces, heat pumps, and hybrid systems for Tucson homes, visit our heating products page.
Central heat pumps: For homes with existing ductwork in reasonable condition, a central heat pump connects to your current air distribution system and provides whole-home heating and cooling. We evaluate duct conditions as part of our home assessment and address any issues that would affect system performance.
Ductless and mini-split heat pumps: For homes without existing ductwork, rooms that need independent temperature control, additions, or spaces where running ducts is impractical, ductless mini-split installation is one of our specialties. We mount compact indoor units on the wall or ceiling, connect them to an outdoor unit, and eliminate the energy losses that come with ductwork. Mini-splits also allow zoned comfort, letting you set different temperatures in different spaces. Visit our ductless mini split page for more.
Visit our heating products page for the brands and equipment lines we carry.
A heat pump that runs year-round in Tucson benefits from two tune-ups a year, one before cooling season and one before heating season. Visit our heat pump maintenance page to learn what is covered on each visit and what to do between professional service calls.
Whether you are replacing a system at the end of its life, switching from a gas furnace, or adding a ductless system to a space that needs it, Rite Way is ready to help. We answer phones 24/7, provide upfront pricing before any work begins, and can help you understand what rebates apply to your project.
A central heat pump uses ductwork to distribute air throughout the home, whereas a ductless or mini-split system uses compact indoor units connected directly to an outdoor unit with no ductwork required. Both provide heating and cooling, but ductless systems are ideal for homes without ducts or for conditioning specific spaces.
Yes. We handle safe removal and disposal of your existing equipment as part of every installation.
We offer manufacturer warranties on equipment and labor warranties on installation. Coverage varies by system, and we walk you through the details before work begins.
Yes, we offer financing on qualifying services. Ask about available plans when you call or schedule your evaluation.
Yes. We recommend two tune-ups a year for a Tucson heat pump.
For most Tucson homes, yes: Tucson’s winters are mild and heat pumps heat efficiently in these conditions. The bigger demand here is cooling, which is why a heat pump’s cooling efficiency ratings matter most when choosing a system.
SEER2 and EER2 are the cooling ratings that matter most in Tucson given the long, hot summers. EER2 in particular measures performance at 95°F, which reflects real Tucson summer conditions.
