Do heat pumps work in all types of homes?
Heat Pumps
Heat pumps can be retrofitted into almost any type of home and existing heating and cooling system, but there are some exceptions.
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Air conditioning is a must-have in the Sunshine State, but in most cities home heating is also a necessity. Most Florida homes use electricity for heating, which makes switching to a heat pump a smart upgrade.
How Noisy is a Heat Pump?
Heat Pumps
Heat pumps have indoor and outdoor units that generate noise. Question is: will it be loud enough to be annoying? Learn more about what sounds to expect from your heat pump.
Multi-stage Heat Pumps: Are They Worth It?
Heat Pumps
2-stage and variable-speed heat pumps operate more efficiently and result in better comfort than single-stage heat pumps, but they also cost more. This guide can help you decide if it's worth it.
If you have a 1,500 sqft house, this article will describe how to find out the right size of heat pump you need.
If you have a 2,000 sqft house, this article will describe how to find out the right size of heat pump you need.
In the US, propane heating systems are common when natural gas isn't available. Propane furnaces and boilers still require electricity, so should you simply go with electric heating instead? Here's the pros and cons.
What is backup heat on a heat pump?
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When it gets really cold, a heat pump might not be able to keep up. That's when backup heat will take over to keep your house warm.
Is a heat pump electric or gas?
Heat Pumps
There are actually heat pumps that are powered by natural gas or propane, but the heat pumps used to heat homes are powered by electricity.
Conventional heat pumps start to lose output when it's freezing, but cold climate models work even in subarctic conditions.