Heat pump installation in Los Angeles
A heat pump installation is the right choice when you're ready to replace your gas furnace and AC with one efficient electric system, when you're upgrading aging HVAC equipment, or when you're building a new home or addition that needs both heating and cooling. Our certified installers handle ducted heat pump installations across the greater Los Angeles area: full-home conversions, electrification upgrades, new construction, and additions. Most installs are completed in one to two days, fully permitted with HERS testing included. LADWP heat pump rebates often apply in existing City of Los Angeles homes (not new construction, additions or ADUs). Call (818) 660-1062 or book online for a free written estimate.
What does a heat pump installation cost in Los Angeles?
Heat pump installations in Los Angeles typically run from $12,000 to $25,000 depending on system size, equipment selection, electrical panel capacity, ductwork condition, and access to the install location. Larger homes, variable-speed and high-SEER2 equipment, electrical panel upgrades, and new ductwork land at the higher end of that range. LADWP pays up to $1,250 per ton for ducted heat pumps (including package units) and up to $2,500 per ton for ductless mini-splits, depending on efficiency and subject to LADWP program rules and funding. For a typical 2 to 5 ton ducted system, that's $2,000 to $6,250. Burbank and Glendale have their own utility rebate programs with different amounts and rules. Every project gets a written estimate before any work begins, with no obligation. Your installation includes the indoor air handler, the outdoor heat pump, refrigerant line sets, electrical hookup, thermostat installation, refrigerant charge to manufacturer specification, system startup, HERS testing, permit, inspection, manufacturer warranty registration, and a full system walkthrough. We don't quote installs without permits.
When a heat pump installation makes sense for your LA home
A heat pump installation makes sense in a few common LA scenarios. Replacing aging gas furnace and AC equipment together: you consolidate two end-of-life systems into one, can qualify for LADWP rebates, and switch to all-electric heating and cooling in a single project. New construction or major remodels: heat pumps are increasingly preferred under California's energy code (Title 24), though LADWP's rebate does not cover new construction, additions or ADUs. Electrification goals: homeowners removing gas appliances find heat pumps an efficient way to do it without losing heating capacity. We install ducted heat pumps for whole-home conditioning, plus ductless mini-split installation for ADUs, garage conversions, and homes without ductwork. Most installs include HERS testing and rebate documentation as part of the project.
Heat pump rebates that may apply to your installation
A heat pump qualifies for the most generous LA-area rebate programs available right now. Depending on where you live, your install can qualify for LADWP rebates in the City of Los Angeles. Burbank and Glendale have their own utility rebates. TECH Clean California's new San Fernando Valley program is expected to open soon for eligible neighborhoods. Rebate amounts and eligibility vary by program and change over time. Use our heat pump rebate calculator to estimate your savings. CSLB C-20 #952950, 16+ years in business, and 800+ five-star reviews across Google, Yelp & Facebook.
Ducted vs ductless heat pump: which fits your home
A ducted heat pump uses your existing or new ductwork to distribute conditioned air throughout the whole home. It's the right call when you're replacing a traditional gas furnace and central AC, when your ductwork is in good shape, or when you want one thermostat controlling whole-home comfort. Ducted installs work seamlessly with central HVAC homes and typically take one to two days. A ductless heat pump (mini-split) uses one outdoor heat pump connected to one or more indoor heads, each with independent zone control. It's the right call for ADUs, garage conversions, additions, older homes without ductwork, or single rooms that won't cool. The trade-off: ducted is more invisible and works with your existing thermostat, while ductless is faster to install in homes without ducts and offers room-by-room control. During your free estimate, we'll size the system for your actual usage and recommend the type that fits your home, your budget, and your rebate eligibility.
Heat pump brands we install in Los Angeles
We install all major heat pump brands to manufacturer specification, so the warranty stays intact. Carrier and Bryant offer the broadest range of variable-speed and two-stage residential heat pumps, with strong rebate eligibility under LADWP's program. Daikin and Lennox are top picks for premium installs, with the highest SEER2 and HSPF2 ratings on the market and extended manufacturer warranties. Trane offers a wide range of heat pumps suited to LA's mild winters, from ducted residential to light commercial models. ACPro and Innovair are popular for budget-conscious installs that still meet rebate program minimums. For ductless mini-split heat pumps, we install Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, LG, and Fujitsu. If you've already chosen a brand based on a contractor recommendation or online research, we'll quote that brand. If you haven't, we'll recommend based on the size of the load, your home's existing electrical capacity, the rebate eligibility under your specific program, and what's in stock at the time of the estimate. We don't push any one brand. We recommend what makes sense for your home, your budget, and your installation timeline.
Why a heat pump: efficiency, electrification, and rebates
Three reasons most LA homeowners choose a heat pump over the alternatives. First, lower operating costs. Modern heat pumps deliver three to four units of heat for every unit of electricity consumed, making them roughly two to three times more efficient than gas furnaces or electric resistance heat. For LA's mild winter climate, that efficiency translates directly to lower combined utility bills compared to a separate gas furnace and AC system. Most homeowners report 20 to 40 percent lower combined heating and cooling costs after switching from a gas furnace plus AC to a heat pump. Second, electrification incentives. In the City of Los Angeles, a heat pump can qualify for LADWP rebates of up to $1,250 per ton for ducted systems and up to $2,500 per ton for ductless mini-splits, subject to LADWP program rules and funding. Third, one system instead of two. A heat pump heats and cools from the same equipment, replacing both your gas furnace and your AC condenser in a single install. That means one set of warranties, one annual maintenance visit, one piece of equipment to service over the life of the system, and one decision instead of two when it's time to upgrade again.
Service area for heat pump installation in Los Angeles
We install heat pumps across the greater Los Angeles area. Our shop is at 6430 Variel Avenue in Woodland Hills, so most of the San Fernando Valley and the West Side are well within our typical service radius: Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Encino, West Hills, Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Winnetka, Canoga Park, Reseda, Northridge, Porter Ranch, Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, North Hollywood, Simi Valley, and Thousand Oaks. We also handle light commercial heat pump installations across the same service area. If you're outside this radius, call us anyway. We'll let you know whether we can serve your address. CSLB C-20 #952950, fully licensed and insured, with 800+ five-star reviews across Google, Yelp & Facebook. 16+ years installing residential and light commercial HVAC across the LA Valley and beyond. Call (818) 660-1062 for a free written estimate or book online any time.
Heat pump installation FAQs
How long does a heat pump installation take?
Most ducted heat pump installations are completed in one to two days. Larger or more complex systems with electrical panel upgrades, new ductwork, or HERS testing scheduling can take longer. We pull the permit and schedule the inspection as part of the project.
What heat pump brands do you install?
All major residential and light commercial heat pump brands. Carrier, Bryant, Daikin, Lennox, Trane, ACPro, and Innovair are the most common for ducted installs. Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, LG, and Fujitsu are the most common for ductless mini-split heat pumps. Tell us if you have a brand preference and we'll quote that brand.
Will my heat pump installation qualify for a rebate?
It depends on the program, your address, your existing equipment, and what's being installed. During the estimate we'll review your eligibility for LADWP rebates, Burbank's or Glendale's own utility rebates, and TECH Clean California's new San Fernando Valley program (expected to open soon), and document what each program needs from you. LADWP rebate amounts depend on system type, size and efficiency tier. Rebate funding levels and eligibility rules change over time, so we verify program status at the time of your estimate.