HEATING · DECATUR, AL · HEAT PUMPS
Year-round comfort, one system. SMS installs, repairs, and maintains heat pumps across Decatur, Athens, and the Tennessee Valley — with free in-home estimates and a live tech answering every call.
HOW HEAT PUMPS WORK
A heat pump does what your AC does — and then reverses itself to heat your home in winter. One outdoor unit, one indoor air handler, year-round comfort. For Alabama homeowners who want efficient heating without a separate gas furnace, it's a smart choice.
The system moves heat rather than generating it: a refrigerant cycles through two coils and a compressor, absorbing heat outside and releasing it inside (or the reverse in summer). That's why heat pumps can cut electricity use significantly compared to electric-resistance heating.
When something goes wrong — steam rising from the unit, coils icing over, or the system stopping altogether — the underlying cause usually isn't obvious. SMS technicians diagnose honestly. We'll tell you whether a repair makes sense or whether a new install is the smarter investment.
TYPES WE INSTALL
These systems use the stable temperature of the ground — or groundwater — to heat and cool your home. Installation costs more upfront because components go underground, but operating costs are lower long-term since the earth itself is doing the heavy lifting.
Ask SMS about whether your property is a good candidate and whether TVA EnergyRight rebates apply to your project.
A newer option that runs on natural gas or other energy sources while still using geothermal principles. Ammonia serves as the refrigerant, and the system reclaims heat that would otherwise be lost — making it more efficient than standard electric models.
Best suited for larger homes, commercial buildings, and industrial applications.
The most common type — and the one most North Alabama homeowners install. They transfer heat between outdoor air and your home, and modern units handle cold snaps far better than older models did.
Both ducted and ductless (mini-split) configurations are available. Air source heat pumps can cut electricity use significantly compared to electric-resistance heating — a real advantage on an Alabama utility bill.
SERVICE AREAS
MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
The Advantage Maintenance Plan keeps your heat pump tuned and prioritized. Members get no-overtime-rate service calls, 15% off parts, and priority scheduling — so when the Tennessee Valley gets a hard freeze, you're at the front of the line.
FREE ESTIMATES · 24/7 LIVE CUSTOMER SERVICE
Free in-home estimates on all heat pump installs and repairs. A live SMS tech answers every call.