A practical coil-only heat pump retrofit in West Lincoln, Ontario. The homeowner kept the existing oil furnace as backup, received a $5,000 rebate, and reduced the upfront investment to just a few thousand dollars.
Project location: West Lincoln, Ontario · System: cold-climate heat pump · Retrofit: coil-only, existing oil furnace retained
The Challenge: Heating Oil Bills Near $2,000 a Month
For this West Lincoln homeowner, winter heating was expensive. Purchasing heating oil cost approximately $2,000 per month during cold winter months.
Rather than remove an existing working oil furnace and undertake a full heating-system replacement, the homeowner wanted a lower-cost path toward efficient electric heating.
The Solution: A Coil-Only Heat Pump Upgrade
PWH Eco Solution recommended installing a Midea cold-climate heat pump with a matched indoor coil integrated into the home’s existing forced-air system.
- Keep the oil furnace: The existing Lincoln oil furnace remains in place for backup heating when required.
- Upgrade heating and cooling: The new heat pump provides efficient electric heating and air conditioning through the existing ductwork.
- Avoid an unnecessary full replacement: The coil-only approach limits the scope and upfront expense compared with replacing the complete furnace system.
- Rebate support: The homeowner received $5,000 in government rebate funding for this project.
The Result: A Few Thousand Dollars Out of Pocket
After receiving the $5,000 rebate, the homeowner’s net out-of-pocket investment was only a few thousand dollars.
Against the previous winter oil-purchasing cost of about $2,000 per month, the project was expected to recover that net investment in roughly one winter heating season.
Project at a Glance
- Location: West Lincoln, Ontario
- Previous heating: Oil furnace
- Prior winter oil spending: Approximately $2,000/month
- Upgrade: Midea cold-climate heat pump + indoor coil
- Backup heat: Existing oil furnace retained
- Government rebate received: $5,000
- Net homeowner expense: A few thousand dollars
- Expected simple payback: About one winter heating season
Project figures describe this homeowner’s experience and expected payback, not a guaranteed result for other properties. Actual heating savings depend on utility rates, weather, system controls and usage. Program rules and eligibility vary.
Still Heating Your Home with Oil?
You may not need to replace your entire furnace to benefit from a cold-climate heat pump. PWH Eco Solution can evaluate your current equipment, the practical retrofit options and any applicable incentive programs.
PWH Eco Solution · Ontario HVAC & Energy Upgrades · (437) 443-7668
