FAQ
Everything You Need to Know About Heat Pumps and DAWN
Explore our frequently asked questions to learn more about how DAWN’s solutions can make your home more energy-efficient, comfortable, and eco-friendly.
What is a heat pump?
A heat pump provides heating and cooling by using electricity to transfer heat. In winter, it extracts heat from the outside air to warm your home; in summer, it removes indoor heat to cool your home. Heat pumps offer energy savings, reduced carbon footprint, and year-round comfort, without burning any fossil fuels at the source.
You can learn more about Heat Pumps and how they work in our blog post “Heat Pumps 101”.
How will installing a heat pump save me money?
Heat pumps will help you save your monthly energy (electricity + gas) bills because they are more efficient than traditional furnaces and boilers. Heat pumps use electricity to move heat rather than generating it, making them highly efficient. For every unit of electricity used, a heat pump can produce three or more units of heating or cooling. Right now, the Government of Ontario is offering a rebate for homeowners who adopt Heat Pumps, helping you also save on the upfront cost of purchasing a new system.
You can learn more in our blog posts: “Ditch High Energy Bills – Opt for a Heat Pump” and “Primer on Government Rebates”
Do heat pumps work in cold temperatures?
Yes, modern heat pumps are designed to keep homes warm even in cold temperatures. Cold-climate heat pumps can efficiently extract heat from the air even when it’s well below freezing, ensuring reliable and consistent warmth throughout the winter.
Sweden, which has a similar temperature profile to Toronto, has among the highest rates of heat pump adoption of any region on the planet. In fact, more than 70% of homes in Sweden use a heat pump of some kind.
Is a heat pump right for me?
Absolutely! Heat pumps have a use case in virtually every Canadian home. Use our free, quick, no-obligation Roadmap Tool to learn more about the unique benefits a heat pump can have on your particular home.
Does DAWN currently operate in my region?
We are Canadian company with a free roadmap tool that provides information to homeowners across Canada.
Does DAWN only focus on heat pumps?
Dawn advises homeowners on the entire electrification process. Rather than traditional contractors, who specialize in one area of the installation process, Dawn is able to advise on an end-to-end solution, focused around Heat Pumps (which typically have the highest value). We are most passionate about helping homeowners understand how multiple steps of the electrification process (for example, heat pumps + solar + batteries + insulation) can work together to achieve the maximum budget and comfort savings.
How much will the project cost?
The cost of the project varies based on the home. All of Dawn’s projects are customized to each unique home.
After government rebates, a Heat Pump installation typically costs $10,000 – $15,000.
How does DAWN calculate my roadmap without visiting my home?
We leverage machine learning to analyze key information about your home to predict the load and heating demand required to keep you warm & cozy. By leveraging big data, we are able to predict your electrification requirements within a close realm of what an installer is able to do after visiting your home.
What will happen to my existing system?
It depends on which system you opt for. In some situations, a heat pump can be used to suppement existing heating & cooling systems in particular rooms or zones of the house or to be used in the summer, fall and spring (keeping the existing unit for the coldest days of the year). In other situations, a heat pump will fully replace the existing heating & cooling system.
Regardless of what you choose, Dawn will help you manage the process end-to-end.
Have more questions? Reach out anytime.
