Free in-home quote on Carrier Infinity, Rheem Prestige, Ruud Achiever, and Quilt heat pump installations across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. State and utility rebates available through Dominion Energy, EmPOWER Maryland, and Washington Gas. Licensed installation by McCarthy Services.
Heat pumps are now the default recommendation for most HVAC replacements in Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. The reason is straightforward: modern variable-speed heat pumps deliver efficient cooling and heating from a single unit, qualify for state and utility rebate programs through Dominion Energy, Pepco, BGE, EmPOWER Maryland, and Washington Gas. For most DMV homeowners, the net cost of installing a high-efficiency heat pump is now within a few thousand dollars of a comparable gas furnace and AC pair — and the long-term operating cost is meaningfully lower.
A heat pump is a single piece of equipment that moves heat in both directions. In summer it pulls heat out of the house (cooling). In winter it pulls heat from outside air and concentrates it inside (heating). The misconception that "heat pumps don't work in cold weather" comes from older single-stage units and doesn't apply to modern variable-speed inverter systems. Carrier Infinity with Greenspeed Intelligence, Rheem Prestige, and Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat all maintain efficient operation down to approximately 5°F — below that, most installations use backup electric or gas heat to handle the rare deep-cold days.
For the DMV climate specifically — moderate winters with maybe 5-10 days below 20°F per year — a heat pump runs efficient mode roughly 350+ days per year and only needs backup heat for the coldest stretches. That's why DOE and EPA now actively recommend heat pumps as the primary heating system for the Mid-Atlantic.
Pricing varies with home size, ductwork condition, electrical upgrades required, and whether backup electric or gas heat is included. HVAC-DMV's free in-home quote breaks all line items out individually.
Available state and utility rebates
Virginia (Dominion Energy): Heat pump efficiency rebates depending on system specifications.
Maryland (EmPOWER, Pepco, BGE): Up to $15,000 for qualifying whole-home electrification through Home Performance with ENERGY STAR.
DC programs & HEAR (income-qualifying households): Up to $8,000 in point-of-sale rebates for households below 150% of Area Median Income.
HVAC-DMV calculates and files all applicable rebates as part of every quote.
HVAC-DMV is an authorized installer for Home Depot and Lowe's HVAC financing programs. For qualified buyers, $0 down with 0% APR promotional terms or extended financing up to 84 months is available. The typical heat pump replacement breaks down to a monthly payment competitive with what an aging system costs to operate — which is a fancy way of saying many homeowners spend less per month with a new heat pump than they were spending on bills with the old system.
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Or call (571) 704-7848Heat pump replacement in the DMV typically runs $9,000 to $28,000 installed. Entry-level single-stage units start around $9,000. Mid-tier two-stage systems run $12,000 to $18,000. Premium variable-speed inverter heat pumps (Carrier Infinity Greenspeed, Rheem Prestige) range $18,000 to $28,000. Pricing varies with home size, ductwork condition, and whether you need backup electric or gas heat for the coldest weeks. HVAC-DMV provides free in-home written quotes with three tiered options.
Yes. Modern cold-climate heat pumps from Carrier, Rheem, and Mitsubishi maintain efficient heating output down to approximately 5°F. The Washington DC metropolitan area only drops below that threshold for a few days per year, and even then, backup electric or gas heat handles the gap. The Department of Energy and most utility programs in the DMV now actively recommend heat pumps as the primary heating system for most homes.
State and utility rebate programs in the DMV offer significant savings on qualifying heat pump installations. Dominion Energy (Virginia), Pepco (DC and Montgomery County MD), BGE (Maryland), EmPOWER Maryland, and Washington Gas offer rebates that vary by system efficiency, utility territory, and household income for income-qualified programs. HVAC-DMV calculates and files all applicable rebates as part of every quote.
For most DMV homes, Rheem Endeavor or Ruud Achiever (workhorse reliability, 10-year warranty standard) is the best value. For premium comfort and the quietest operation, Carrier Infinity with Greenspeed Intelligence is the top tier. For ductless or whole-home electrification without ductwork, Quilt (up to 25 SEER2 / 12 HSPF2) leads the category.
Standard ducted heat pump replacement typically takes 1 to 2 days. Complete system replacements (heat pump + air handler) may take 2 to 3 days. Ductless mini-split installations range from a single day for one-zone systems to a week for whole-home multi-zone projects. HVAC-DMV schedules installation within 1 to 5 days of quote acceptance under normal demand.
Often, yes. If your gas furnace is also aging, replacing both with a single heat pump (or heat pump + electric backup) is usually the most efficient long-term play. If your gas furnace is newer than 10 years and in good shape, a dual-fuel setup — heat pump for primary heating and cooling with the existing gas furnace as backup — captures most of the efficiency benefit at lower upfront cost. HVAC-DMV prices both scenarios in every in-home quote.
Call or text (571) 704-7848. A Comfort Advisor schedules a free in-home assessment within 24-48 hours, runs a Manual J load calculation, calculates current state and utility rebates for your zip code, and leaves you with a written quote at three price points. No pressure to decide on the spot.