HVAC Trends for 2025
2025 is just around the corner. And consumers are eagerly looking to the trends and technology coming in the new year. All that technology and innovation is coming to the heating and cooling world, too, and will ultimately help your pocketbook and your home’s comfort. Check out these seven HVAC trends we’re looking forward to in 2025.
1. Energy Efficiency
The same drive to make cars more efficient is at play in the heating and cooling industry. And heat pumps, which have led the way in reducing the use of fossil fuels to heat a home, continue to lean into this trend. Newer models work more efficiently in temps as cold as -15°F, something we thankfully don’t see much of in the Ozarks.
And newer heat pumps take advantage of variable speed compressors, which allow for precision control in heating and cooling a home — meaning the heat pump isn’t all or nothing and provides you with better indoor comfort, reduced utility bills and less energy waste overall. The new heat pumps may also come with a smaller upfront cost, making them more attractive to homeowners looking to improve their carbon footprint.
With HVAC systems, watch for Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems to become more affordable and widespread in home settings. This system uses a refrigerant to cool and heat the home, which flows through the system. The system uses a variable motor speed, which allows you to precisely control the part of the home that’s heated or cooled. Meaning, you get comfort where you need it, and you save on energy use.
2. Environmental Regulations and Government Incentives
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 is still in play, as it provides tax credits for energy-efficient home improvements, including the installation of a heat pump. As state and federal governments push for cleaner energy, check with your HVAC technician for more local, state, and federal incentives for 2025.
And as technologies improve, outdated ones will become obsolete, and the government will announce regulations on when they need to be out of your home and safely replaced. When your technician cleans and inspects your system, they will inform you of new regulations that may affect your HVAC system’s longevity.
3. Smart Technology
Smart technology that powers your phone and your thermostat is coming to your next HVAC system. This is more than just controlling your unit remotely. Smart HVAC systems will learn how you use the system, predict your heating and cooling needs, and adjust your system accordingly to keep your home energy efficient and save you money on your utility bills. So, if you leave for work at the same time every day, your HVAC system can learn your habits and adjust your system accordingly as you leave for work. It can even anticipate your return and get the house warmed up and ready when you come home from work or the kids come home after school.
If you have a smart home set up, your HVAC system can coordinate with other smart devices (think window blinds, ceiling fans, and lighting) to help create a truly custom home environment.
4. Indoor Air Quality
The COVID pandemic of 2020 brought the importance of home and office air quality to the forefront and ways to improve it. And that focus isn’t slowing down anytime soon. In 2025, we’ll see indoor air quality options move beyond furnace filters to new HVAC systems and heat pumps that not only heat and cool your home but improve the quality of your air in the home. We’ll also see systems with humidifier and dehumidifier capabilities built into the unit to help you maintain a healthy home environment year-round. (Note: If you’re not ready for a new, upgraded HVAC system yet, you can still improve the air quality in your home.)
Check out Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV) systems that help improve air quality in the home and reduce energy use. This system exchanges stale indoor air with fresh outdoor air while recovering heat and moisture at the same time. This keeps your home at a consistent temperature and humidity level and reduces the use of your HVAC system.
5. Subscription Models
Many HVAC companies, like HVAC Master, provide service subscriptions where you pay one annual fee, and they take care of all the routine maintenance you need throughout the year. You don’t have to remember to replace a filter or schedule anything. Your HVAC technician will take care of routine maintenance, cleaning, and inspection for you. And with the subscription model, you don’t pay a fee for after-hour/emergency calls.
6. Renewable Energy
Look for heat pumps to be connected to renewable energy sources, like solar panels or home batteries. This is an ideal solution for families wanting to decrease their carbon footprint and save money on heating and cooling bills. (Plus, if your utility buys back electricity, you can watch your savings soar.)
7. Modular Systems
More people are working from home since the pandemic, and this has put more demand on the HVAC systems that heat and cool our homes. Newer technologies, like modular systems, let you customize your heating and cooling setup to meet the needs of your home. If you have a home without ductwork, an addition, or need to provide supplemental heating and cooling to specific rooms in your home, a ductless mini-split system may be just what you need for your home’s comfort.
2025 HVAC Trends Can Increase Your Home’s Efficiency and Comfort
We’ll continue to see increased technology implementation and energy efficiency in HVAC systems and heat pumps for 2025. And for you, the homeowner, that means better indoor air quality and savings on your utility bills year after year. If you have questions about your HVAC system’s energy efficiency or your home’s indoor air quality, give HVAC Master a call today. Our friendly technicians come with a tool bag, not a price sheet. They’ll give you a fair and honest assessment of your current system and what you can do to help your system be as efficient as possible.
