When a homeowner in Dawson, PA reached out to Heirloom Mechanical, their aging furnace had reached the end of its useful life. Rather than a straight swap, they wanted a smarter solution — one that would deliver efficient heating across all conditions, including the coldest stretches of a Fayette County winter.
We recommended a dual-fuel approach: a new heat pump for efficient heating and cooling during mild weather, paired with a high-efficiency Rheem propane furnace as a backup heat source when temperatures drop below the heat pump's efficient operating range.
The Project
Dawson, PA — Fayette County
- Removal of existing aging furnace
- Installation of new Rheem high-efficiency propane furnace
- Heat pump installation for year-round comfort
- Updated ductwork connections
- Full system commissioning and testing
Why Dual-Fuel?
Heat pumps are highly efficient — they move heat rather than generate it, which means they can deliver two to three times more heating energy than they consume in electricity. But in extreme cold, their efficiency drops.
A propane furnace paired with a heat pump gives you the best of both worlds:
- Mild weather: the heat pump handles heating and cooling efficiently
- Cold snaps: the propane furnace kicks in automatically when temperatures drop, maintaining comfort without straining the heat pump
For homes in Fayette County, where winters can be genuinely cold, this dual-fuel setup is often the most cost-effective long-term solution.
Serving Fayette County
Heirloom Mechanical serves homeowners throughout Fayette County, including Connellsville, Uniontown, and surrounding communities. Whether you're replacing an aging furnace, upgrading to a heat pump, or exploring a dual-fuel system, we'll give you an honest assessment and a clean HVAC installation.