# Set Aside That Tax Return For A Heat Pump, And You'll Soon See The Payback > Spend your tax return on a heat pump, a highly efficient heating and cooling system, and see the payback in the form of lower energy bills. ![heat pump, Boston, Massachusetts](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/heat-pump-component.jpg)When the cost of filling up your car makes you wince in pain, it's natural to think about how you might save money on energy. You can't control gas prices, but you can make plans to set aside your tax return for a heat pump, a highly efficient heating and cooling system. You should see the payback in the form of lower energy bills in no time. ![heat pump, Boston, Massachusetts](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/heat-pump-component.jpg) An air-source heat pump is generally a commonly used system throughout Massachusetts. Here's how it operates: The heat pump draws warmth from the air outside to provide heat -- in addition to hot water if you choose -- to a home. It literally “pumps” heat, rather than converting it from a fuel as in combustion heating systems. In the summer, it reverses the process and provides cooling. In fact, heat pumps tend to function better as humidifiers than standard central air conditioners, often resulting in lower energy use and greater indoor comfort. Heat pumps run on electricity but do so efficiently -- providing up to four times the amount of energy as they consume. When you are powerless against higher gasoline prices, doing what you can to reduce your reliance on energy presents an appealing option. Plus, heat pumps are low in terms of maintenance, and they generally last up to 20 years. Heat pumps are relatively simple to install--good news when it comes to adding up labor costs. Still, air-source heat pumps are not well-suited to every home. If you're considering one, ensure that: - You have plenty of room outdoors to accommodate it. Attached to a wall or placed on the ground, the outdoor heat pump unit needs plenty of space for air circulation around it. - Your home is well insulated to minimize heat loss - You consult an expert to discuss your options Let the experts at [Rodenhiser Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning](http://rodenhiser.com/rodenhiser-plumbing.html) size up your home to see if a heat pump is the right fit for you. [Call us today](http://rodenhiser.com/call-rodenhiser/book-online.html) about this exciting technology, and we'll join you in your quest to curb your energy bills tomorrow. 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