Heat pump installation in Lexington & Richmond, KY
Get a heat pump installation quote. Covers both heating and cooling — one system.
A heat pump does what a separate furnace and air conditioner do
Both heating and cooling from a single system. In Central Kentucky’s climate, they’re well-suited for most homes, and modern cold-climate heat pumps work effectively well below freezing.
Next Level Heating & Air installs heat pumps across Lexington, Nicholasville, Richmond, and surrounding communities. We size them correctly for the climate, pair them with appropriate backup heating when needed, and install them to manufacturer spec.
Why heat pumps make sense for Central Kentucky
Lexington averages about 16 days per year below 20°F — cold enough that you want a good backup heat source, but not cold enough that a heat pump struggles to keep up most of the time. For the other 349 days of the year, a heat pump moves heat more efficiently than burning gas.
Modern heat pump technology has improved significantly. Systems that would have struggled at 30°F a decade ago now operate effectively at 5°F or lower. If you’re replacing an older heat pump and have been disappointed by cold-weather performance, a current system may surprise you.
Heat pump installation services
Standard air-source heat pump installation — complete system including outdoor unit, air handler, refrigerant lines, and electrical work.
Hybrid systems — heat pump paired with a gas furnace backup. The heat pump handles heating above a set temperature threshold; the furnace takes over on the coldest days. You get heat pump efficiency most of the time with gas reliability when temperatures drop hard.
We handle sizing, equipment selection, removal of old equipment, full installation, and commissioning. Most residential installs are completed in one day.
From assessment to heat
STEP 1
Free in-home assessment
We evaluate your home, your current system, and your heating and cooling history. We’ll tell you honestly whether a heat pump makes sense for your situation and what the options look like.
STEP 2
Written quote with options
You get a proposal with clear pricing. We explain hybrid vs. straight heat pump tradeoffs in plain language.
STEP 3
Installation
Old equipment out, new system in. Full commissioning before we leave — refrigerant charge verified, controls set, system tested in both modes.
What a heat pump gives you
- One system handles both heating and cooling — less equipment, one service relationship
- More efficient heating than electric resistance at temperatures above about 30–35°F
- Pairs well with a gas furnace for a hybrid system setup
- Modern cold-climate models effective well below freezing
- Central Kentucky’s mild shoulder seasons are where heat pumps shine
- 10% off when booked online
Heating and cooling — one system, done right
Free assessment. Authorized dealer pricing.
Authorized dealer, installed across Central Kentucky
We’ve installed heat pump systems across Central Kentucky in homes from small ranches to large two-story builds. Rated 5.0 by our customers.
“I would recommend Next Level Heating & Air to everyone needing a new HVAC system. Communication with Andrew and his team was outstanding. Price for the unit was very affordable. I am very satisfied with the quality of unit and installation I received.”
Tyler Blevins
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SERVICE AREAS
Where we work
We’re based in Richmond and cover all of Central Kentucky. Here’s a closer look at the communities we serve most.
Primary service area
- Richmond
- All of Lexington
- Masterson Station
- Hamburg
- Tates Creek
- Hartland
- Chevy Chase
- Beaumont
- Berea
- Winchester
Extended service area
- Irvine
- Estill County
- Nicholasville
- Jessamine County
- Paint Lick
- Madison County
- Kirksville
- Waco
- All of Central Kentucky within ~1 hour
Heat pump installation questions
Do heat pumps work well in Kentucky winters?
Yes — Central Kentucky averages mild enough winters that a heat pump handles the majority of heating days effectively. Modern cold-climate models work at temperatures well below freezing. We recommend a gas backup for the coldest nights, which most of our hybrid installs include.
What’s a hybrid heat pump system?
A heat pump paired with a gas furnace. The heat pump heats the home down to a set temperature threshold — maybe 35°F — and the gas furnace takes over below that. You get heat pump efficiency for most of the heating season plus gas reliability on the coldest days.
How much does heat pump installation cost?
It varies by system size, efficiency rating, and whether you’re doing a standard or hybrid install. We give you a written quote after the in-home assessment — no obligation.
Can a heat pump replace both my furnace and AC?
Yes. A heat pump is a combined heating and cooling system. If both are approaching end of life, replacing with a heat pump consolidates to one system and one service relationship.
Tates Creek — replaced furnace and AC with one heat pump
A homeowner in Tates Creek had an aging furnace and a separate AC unit both approaching end of life. Rather than replacing both separately, we installed a high-efficiency heat pump paired with a small gas backup. Combined utility costs came down because the heat pump handles most of the heating season. They now have one system to maintain instead of two.
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We handle the full scope of residential HVAC services. No commercial HVAC, no plumbing. Just heating and cooling, done right.
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Schedule your heat pump consultation
We’ll come out, assess your home, and give you a written proposal — no charge, no obligation.