A few weeks ago, I came across an article on the internet that piqued my interest. It was about a heat pump plus the benefits of purchasing. Now, the only reason I paid attention to the article was that I am in need of a modern central air system. And I am trying to decide what plan is best for my home. When I clicked the article, I was curious to find out if a heat pump would be better than central a/c. Based on the article, the upfront cost for both units are around the same, except that it will cost more to install a heat pump. The installation of a heat pump takes longer as it is a more complicated process. Both units work in similar ways, they supply heating plus cooling to your home. However, it stated that the heat pump was more energy efficient than the central air system. But, the article also mentioned that if you live in an section with brutally cold Winters, the heat pump might not be the best option for your home. After reading that, I knew that the heat pump would not work for me. I live in the Northern area of the country, plus both of us experience some of the coldest temperatures in the nation. I need a plan that would supply proper heating for my home, plus according to the article, heat pumps are more efficient in warmer weather conditionss. So, for now, I will be shopping around to get the best deal on a modern central air system.