Heat Pump Water Heater Services in Dallas / Fort Worth
Cowtown Water Heaters handles heat pump water heater installation and service across Dallas / Fort Worth. We’ve been installing these units in TX homes for years, mostly in garages and utility rooms where they work best. An example of a job is replacing a twelve-year-old electric tank in a ranch home with a hybrid heat pump model. This helps homeowners lower their electric bills without losing hot water capacity.
Heat pump water heaters pull warmth from surrounding air to heat water. They use less electricity than standard electric tanks but need space around them to work right. In Fort Worth’s climate, these units perform well in garages and interior utility spaces that stay above fifty degrees even during winter cold snaps. The unit makes some noise, about as loud as a dehumidifier running. Most people get used to it. Some don’t want it near living spaces.
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Why DFW Homeowners Choose Heat Pump Water Heaters
Common reasons homeowners in Dallas / Fort Worth call us about heat pump water heaters:
- Current electric water heater driving up monthly bills during hot summers when AC already strains the electric service
- Garage or utility room would benefit from the cooling effect these units produce as a byproduct
- Replacing failed tank and interested in long-term energy savings
- Home built in the 80s or 90s has room for larger equipment footprint in the garage
- Utility company rebate makes upfront cost more reasonable
- Home has solar panels and high-efficiency appliances make sense
Heat Pump Water Heater Repair and Maintenance
We service all major brands of heat pump water heaters. The heat pump component sits on top of the tank. When something goes wrong it’s usually the compressor, evaporator coil, or fan assembly. We’ve fixed units where the air filter got clogged with dust and the system overheated.
We’ve replaced defrost sensors on units installed in detached garages that see temperature swings. The tank portion fails the same way standard electric tanks do; anode rods corrode faster in North Texas hard water, elements burn out, relief valves start dripping.
Most service calls we run involve mode settings. These units have three to five operating modes. Heat pump only mode saves the most energy but recovers slower after heavy use. Electric mode works like a standard tank. Hybrid mode switches between them based on demand. Many units also have vacation mode.
Consider a family of five who keeps running out of hot water in heat pump only mode. Switching to a hybrid can rectify this problem.
Heat Pump Water Heater Operating Modes
Understanding your unit’s modes can save energy and prevent service calls
Heat Pump Only
Uses only the heat pump compressor to heat water. Maximum energy savings but slower recovery time after heavy usage.
- Lowest operating cost
- 2-3x more efficient than electric
- Best for consistent usage patterns
Hybrid Mode
Automatically switches between heat pump and electric elements based on hot water demand. Balances efficiency with performance.
- Smart demand sensing
- Handles usage spikes well
- Default setting for most homes
Electric Mode
Uses only electric resistance elements, just like a standard water heater. Fastest recovery but highest energy cost.
- Quick hot water recovery
- Higher electricity usage
- Useful for temporary high demand
Vacation Mode
Maintains minimum temperature (typically 50-60°F) to prevent bacterial growth while saving energy when away.
- Minimal energy consumption
- Prevents tank stagnation
- Use when gone 3+ days
High Demand Mode
Runs both heat pump and electric elements simultaneously for maximum hot water production during peak usage periods.
- Maximum hot water capacity
- Highest energy consumption
- For guests or special events
💡 Most Service Calls Involve Mode Settings
Incorrect mode selection is one of the top reasons homeowners experience performance issues. If you’re running out of hot water or seeing high energy bills, check your current mode setting first. Need help optimizing your unit? Give us a call!
Installation takes longer than swapping a standard tank. We need to run a condensate drain line because these units produce water like an air conditioner does. The drain needs to go to a floor drain or pump to outside. We check the electrical circuit; most heat pump water heaters run on 240 volts but draw fewer amps than standard tanks. Sometimes we install a mixing valve at the outlet because these units can heat water hotter than necessary. We verify clearances around the unit for airflow. The manual specifies minimum distances from walls.
Cowtown Water Heaters has installed heat pump water heaters in homes built in the 70s and in new construction. We’ve worked with units in conditioned garages and in interior utility closets typical of homes on slab foundations. Garage installations are common here since most Fort Worth homes don’t have basements. These units also help offset summer heat in enclosed garage spaces while doing their job.
Schedule Heat Pump Water Heater Service in Dallas / Fort Worth
If your current water heater runs on electricity and your utility bills keep climbing, a heat pump water heater might cut your water heating costs by half. If your garage or utility room already has a water heater and you want to replace it with something more efficient, we can evaluate the space and recommend options. Call Cowtown Water Heaters at (817) 502-9088 to discuss heat pump water heater installation in Dallas / Fort Worth.
