Year‑Round Comfort Without Compromise

Upstate New York’s North Country—stretching from Ticonderoga and Crown Point to Middlebury and Vergennes—is known for scorching summers and bitterly cold winters. Traditional air conditioners and furnaces only handle one season at a time. Modern heat pumps can heat and cool, but most conventional units lose performance when the temperature dips. Hyper‑Heat systems from Mitsubishi Electric are different. They’re engineered to deliver 100% of their rated heating capacity at 5°F and continue running down to –13°F and even ‑18°F. For homeowners who don’t want to juggle multiple HVAC systems—or pay oil, propane or wood bills—the Hyper‑Heat line is built for our climate.

What Makes Hyper‑Heat Pumps Different?

  • Full Capacity in the Cold: Mitsubishi’s trademarked Hyper‑Heat technology provides 100% heating output at 5°F and still produces significant heat well below zero. Standard heat pumps begin losing capacity at higher temperatures.
  • Works When Others Stop: Single‑zone Hyper‑Heat units can operate down to −18°F. Multi‑zone versions continue running regardless of how low the outdoor temperature gets.
  • Higher BTU Output: An 18,000‑BTU Hyper‑Heat unit can deliver ~23,000 BTUs at 5°F—more heat than its nominal rating.
  • Cold‑Climate Efficiency: To meet the Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnership’s cold‑climate standard, a heat pump must achieve a Coefficient of Performance (COP) of at least 1.75 at 5°F. Mitsubishi’s Hyper‑Heat systems meet or exceed this benchmark.
  • Engineered for Extreme Weather: Hyper‑Heat outdoor units use larger coils to capture more heat and incorporate a capillary‑tube accumulator and solenoid valve to boost discharge gas temperature. This engineering allows them to maintain heating capacity in sub‑zero conditions.

Benefits of Hyper‑Heat Pumps in the North Country

Comfort in Every Season

Hyper‑Heat pumps cool your home like an air conditioner during the summer and provide reliable heating in winter. Modern models can heat down to −13°F at about 90% capacity and maintain 100% capacity at −5°F. This two‑way operation means you don’t need separate systems or backup electric baseboards.

Lower Energy Bills

Heat pumps move heat rather than generate it. Hyper‑Heat units use electricity far more efficiently than oil, propane or resistive electric heat. Because they maintain high capacity in the cold, they don’t rely on expensive auxiliary heat strips.

Quiet, Clean Operation

Mini‑split indoor units operate quieter than a whisper and require no ductwork, which makes them ideal for older homes, additions or rooms without existing air ducts. There’s no combustion or exhaust, so indoor air quality improves and carbon emissions drop.

Incentives & Rebates

New York’s NYSERDA program, local utilities and the federal government offer rebates and tax credits for cold‑climate heat pumps. Coupled with lower operating costs, these incentives help offset the higher upfront price of Hyper‑Heat models.

Built for Cold‑Climate Living

The Adirondack region routinely sees temperatures below zero. Hyper‑Heat systems continue producing heat when standard heat pumps lock out. They’re perfect for homeowners who lack a secondary boiler or don’t want to rely on expensive backup heaters.

How Hyper‑Heat Pumps Perform in Extreme Cold

Standard heat pumps work well until about 32°F and then lose capacity quickly. Mitsubishi Hyper‑Heat units use advanced inverter compressors and refrigerant controls to maintain output. For example, a 24,000‑BTU multi‑zone Hyper‑Heat outdoor unit produces 25,000 BTUs at 5°F, whereas a standard unit drops below 20,000 BTUs in similar conditions. Hyper‑Heat models also carry a COP of 1.95 at 5°F, indicating strong efficiency in cold weather.

Who Should Choose Hyper‑Heat?

  • Homeowners facing temperatures below 5°F: In climates where winter lows often drop below zero, the extra capacity and low‑temperature operation of Hyper‑Heat units justify the higher purchase price.
  • Homes without a backup heating system: If you don’t have a boiler, wood stove or baseboard heat to fall back on during extreme cold, Hyper‑Heat technology ensures you’ll still have heat when standard mini‑splits may struggle.
  • Those wanting one system for heating and cooling: Hyper‑Heat pumps eliminate the need for separate furnace and AC systems, freeing up space and simplifying maintenance.

When Standard Heat Pumps Are Enough

Standard inverter heat pumps can be adequate in milder regions where temperatures rarely dip below 20°F or where homeowners keep a boiler for emergencies. They cost less up front, but their output declines rapidly as outdoor temperatures fall, so they’re not ideal for northern New York.

Service Areas in Upstate New York and Western Vermont

Adirondack Heat Pumps provides sales, installation and service across the North Country, including:

  • Ticonderoga, NY
  • Schroon Lake, NY
  • Hague, NY
  • Moriah, NY
  • Port Henry, NY
  • Crown Point, NY
  • Middlebury & Vergennes, VT

The team offers free consultations, in‑home assessments and load calculations to ensure the system you choose is sized correctly. They install Hyper‑Heat systems and other trusted brands and help customers navigate rebate paperwork.

Getting Started

Hyper‑Heat pumps aren’t a gimmick—Mitsubishi released the first Hyper‑Heat system in 2009 and the technology has matured. If you live in the North Country and want year‑round comfort without burning fossil fuels, a Hyper‑Heat mini‑split could be the smartest investment you make. Contact Adirondack Heat Pumps to schedule a consultation and see whether Hyper‑Heat is right for your home. They’ll evaluate your insulation, existing heating system and budget to recommend the best option. As local experts in cold‑climate heat pump installation, they’re committed to keeping Upstate New York comfortable—no matter how low the thermometer drops.