For HVAC technicians and contractors specializing in heat pump installations, following a regular heat pump maintenance schedule is essential to ensure system reliability, energy efficiency, and ...

The heat pump has become a common fixture in many parts of modern life. We now have reverse-cycle air conditioning, heat pump hot water systems, and even heat pump dryers. These home appliances ...

As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular. Thanks to generous tax credits and rebates being offered by utilities, as well as state and federal governments, sales ...

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Homeowners looking for an energy-efficient alternative to traditional air conditioners in the spring and summer months (and furnaces in the winter) might want to invest in a heat pump. It's a type of ...

What can homeowners do to keep heat pumps running efficiently throughout the year, not just during extreme weather? A HelloNation article offers clear guidance from HVAC Expert Jen Natter of Tooele, ...

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Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

The basic principle of physics that explains heat pump technology has been in use for centuries. The ancient Chinese used the geothermal power of natural hot springs to heat their homes. However, ...

Heating and cooling might sound basic, but after solar, it’s the next frontier in residential decarbonization. Part of the problem is that installing heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) ...

Heat pumps can reduce carbon emissions associated with heating buildings, and many states have set aggressive targets to increase their use in the coming decades. But while heat pumps are often ...