Systems we install

The right system depends on the building, the fuel available, how long you plan to stay and how much you value efficiency versus upfront cost. We explain the trade-offs plainly rather than steering every customer to the most expensive unit.

  • Air-source heat pumps and dual-fuel systems
  • Gas furnaces and air handlers
  • Central air conditioning
  • Ductless mini-splits for additions, garages and offices
  • Commercial rooftop units and split systems
  • Thermostats, zoning and controls
  • Ductwork repair, sealing and modifications

Sized with a load calculation, not a guess

An oversized system short-cycles and leaves a home humid in Tennessee summers; an undersized one runs nonstop. We size equipment with a load calculation that considers insulation, windows, orientation and ductwork, and we check whether your existing ducts can deliver the airflow the new system needs.

Electrical and HVAC in one visit

Many HVAC replacements need electrical changes: a larger breaker, a new disconnect, a dedicated circuit for a heat pump or controls wiring. Most HVAC companies subcontract that work. GridWise Energy’s own electricians handle it, so the system is installed, wired and inspected without waiting on a second contractor.

When to repair and when to replace

Age, refrigerant type, repair history and efficiency all matter. A system that is nearing the end of its expected life, needs a major component and uses phased-out refrigerant is often a better candidate for replacement. We show you the numbers for both options and let you decide.

System typeGood fit forConsider
Heat pumpAll-electric homes, mild wintersCold-weather performance and backup heat
Dual fuelHomes with gas serviceGas furnace backup with heat pump efficiency
Gas furnace + ACExisting gas homesSeparate equipment and fuel costs
Mini-splitAdditions and rooms without ductsIndoor unit placement
Rooftop unitRetail, office and light industrialCrane access and curb adapters