HeatPumpLab

Know what a heat pump really costs

Free calculators and comparison tools built for US homeowners. Honest installation, operating, and payback estimates — before you call a single contractor.

Updated for 2026 pricing Built on industry data No signup required

How it works

  1. 1

    Pick a calculator

    Choose the heat-pump tool that matches the decision you’re making.

  2. 2

    Enter your home’s specifics

    Tell us your square footage, climate zone, fuel today, and electric rate.

  3. 3

    Get a real cost range

    See install cost, annual operating cost, and payback vs. your current system.

Why trust our numbers

We're an independent reference, not a contractor lead-gen site.

  • Equipment pricing pulled from manufacturer MSRPs and AHRI-rated model data
  • Operating-cost math built on DOE climate-zone load assumptions and current US electric rates
  • Regional install multipliers calibrated to BLS HVAC labor wages
  • Independently operated, not affiliated with any installer network