Heat Pump Installation in Altadena, CA
Many Altadena homes are being rebuilt or upgraded to all-electric, and a heat pump is the center of that system. We size it room by room and give you written options before any work begins.
- Clean, Professional Workmanship
- Room-by-Room Load CalculationManual J
- 3-Year Labor Warranty on Installation
- Licensed & insuredCSLB #1131338 · C-20 & C-38
How the installation works
You’re in control at every step.
We explain the findings, agree on the scope with you, and keep you informed as the work moves forward.
- 01
Get a free assessment
We 3D-scan your home and size the system room by room.
- 02
Choose your system
Compare written options and prices.
- 03
Schedule installation
Pick a date. Our crew installs and tests it.
- 04
Relax, we handle it
We handle the permit, county inspection and HERS check.
- 05
Claim your rebate
Submit the documents we prepare for you.
Usually 3 to 5 days from signing to installation.
Warranties: 3 years on labor from the end of installation. Manufacturer warranty of 10–12 years, depending on the equipment; we register it for you.
Installation details
- Old refrigerant is recovered into a cylinder under the federal EPA 608 rule.
- Connections are brazed while purging with nitrogen, pressure-tested with nitrogen and evacuated to 500 microns before charging.
- The refrigerant charge is weighed in to the manufacturer’s specification.
- New systems use R-32 or R-454B refrigerant, with the leak sensor and parts these refrigerants require.
- Startup includes temperature split, static pressure, amp draw, superheat and subcooling, and blower setup matched to your ducts.
Start with the space.
Then design the system.
Uneven rooms and a system that never quite feels right deserve more than a new equipment label. We look at the home, its heating and cooling needs, and how air moves through it.
- 01 / Capture the geometry
A 3D scan helps document the room shapes and dimensions.
- 02 / Calculate the load
Manual J combines geometry with separately assessed insulation, windows and other inputs.
- 03 / Plan the airflow
Equipment selection, supply and return paths, duct sizes and room airflow work together.
3D scan in Conduit, duct design in Wrightsoft
From measurements to a plan.
Separate Wrightsoft design examples, with duct routes, dimensions and room-by-room airflow.
Lower the cost of your new system.
Altadena homes are served by Southern California Edison and SoCalGas. Some SCE customers in designated communities may qualify for a heat pump rebate through SCE’s Home Performance Plus program, and qualifying Daikin systems may qualify for a Daikin instant rebate that we apply on your invoice. Eligibility is confirmed by each program. See which programs apply to your home.
Heat pump installation in Altadena
Altadena sits in the foothills above Pasadena, with hot summers and cool winter nights. A heat pump covers both with one system, and it only performs well when it is sized for the house, so we start with a Manual J load calculation.
After the 2025 Eaton Fire, many homes here are being rebuilt to current all-electric code, which means designing the heat pump and the ductwork from the plans rather than replacing an old unit. See how we designed one Altadena rebuild.
Altadena homes are served by Southern California Edison, and some SCE customers in designated communities may qualify for a heat pump rebate. We check the electrical panel at the assessment, so you know before the estimate whether a new circuit or a panel upgrade is needed.
Permits and inspection
Heat pump installations in Altadena need a mechanical permit and must meet Title 24 energy code. We handle the permit, the inspection and the HERS verification as part of the installation.
What your home may need
These are the things we check at the assessment. Each one can change the scope and the price, and we tell you which apply before you decide.
- How you heat now. If a gas furnace heats your home, the heat pump takes over heating as well as cooling. This also decides which rebate programs may apply.
- Ducts. We measure static pressure, the resistance of your ductwork. If it is too high, the system will be noisy and deliver less air, and the ducts or return may need correcting first.
- Electrical panel and circuit. The breaker and wire are sized from the new unit’s nameplate. If the existing circuit does not meet it, a new circuit runs from the panel. If the panel lacks capacity, you will know before the estimate.
- Outdoor unit location. The unit sits level, above grade, with the clearances the manufacturer requires. On a roof it goes on a stand, not on the roofing.
- Refrigerant lines. Existing lines are flushed and pressure-tested. If they are not suitable, new lines are added.
- Attic access. If the air handler is in the attic, code requires a proper opening, a walkway to the unit, a service platform, a light and an outlet.
Sometimes the next step is a repair
The assessment is meant to find the right fix, which is not always a new system.
- One failed part on a system that otherwise runs well. A repair may make more sense than a replacement.
- One room is too hot or too cold. The cause is often the ductwork to that room, and correcting it can solve the problem without new equipment.
- Repeated breakdowns or an R-22 system. Repairs get harder to justify, and a replacement is usually the better use of money.
Heat pump installation in Altadena: questions
How much does heat pump installation cost in Altadena?
The price depends on the size of the home, the equipment tier, and whether ductwork or electrical upgrades are needed. You get written options with scope and price after a free in-home assessment, with the permit and HERS verification included.
Is a heat pump a good fit for Altadena?
In most homes, yes. Winters here are mild, so a heat pump can heat and cool the house with one system. We confirm it with a room-by-room load calculation before recommending equipment.
Do I need new ductwork for a heat pump?
Not always. We measure static pressure on the existing ducts. If they can carry the airflow, they stay; if not, we correct the ducts or the return first. Homes without ducts can use ductless mini-split heat pumps.
Will my electrical panel handle a heat pump?
We check the panel and circuit at the assessment. If a new circuit or a panel upgrade is needed, you will know before the estimate.
Do I need a permit for a heat pump in Altadena?
Yes. A heat pump installation needs a mechanical permit and inspection, and it must meet Title 24. We handle the permit, the inspection and the HERS verification.
Book a free in-home assessment in Altadena
At the visit we measure your home room by room, check your ducts, electrical panel and equipment location, and answer your questions. You get written options with scope and price afterward.
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