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Heat Pumps Can Decrease Emissions to Help Reach Net Zero

Heat Pumps Can Decrease Emissions to Help Reach Net Zero

July 25, 2022

Currently, many home heating systems aren’t particularly environmentally friendly. They use gas, electricity, or oil to heat homes. Electricity, for example, often runs on coal or other fossil fuels. However, new technologies are being developed that can help make HVAC systems more environmentally friendly. HVAC Reliance on Fossil Fuels in the US In 2018, half …

Picking Heat Pumps: Air Source vs. Ground Source

Picking Heat Pumps: Air Source vs. Ground Source

February 28, 2019

Heat pumps warm your home in winter without consuming natural gas or utilizing electric heating. In the summer, the same unit cools your house like conventional A/C. In addition to consolidating heating and cooling into a single, efficient unit, heat pumps can substantially cut monthly utility bills. Since no combustion is involved in the heating …

Heat Pump Ratings for Homeowners

Heat Pump Ratings for Homeowners

March 28, 2017

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) requires heat pump manufacturers to test their equipment for its energy efficiency and clearly show two of those ratings on each unit they sell. The EnergyGuide label found on HVAC equipment displays these ratings. They’re also imprinted on the nameplates found on the outdoor condenser for existing heat pumps …

Why Should You Consider a Heat Pump?

Why Should You Consider a Heat Pump?

November 8, 2016

Orlando might not get freezing temperatures during the winter months, but it can still get chilly at night. If you’re looking for a way to heat your home when it’s cold out, consider having a heat pump installed. These pumps offer an efficient way to keep your Orlando home warm and comfortable throughout winter.

Considering a Geothermal Heat Pump? There’s an Available Tax Credit!

Considering a Geothermal Heat Pump? There’s an Available Tax Credit!

January 21, 2016

Taking advantage of the geothermal tax credit for a geothermal heat pump before the end of 2016 will jump-start your energy savings with this type of system. Here’s why this could be the most opportune time to upgrade your HVAC equipment.

How Do Heat Pump Advantages Compare to Air Conditioners?

How Do Heat Pump Advantages Compare to Air Conditioners?

August 20, 2015

Heat pump advantages continue to spawn steady growth in the installation of this energy-efficient heating and cooling technology. In the U.S., heat pumps now account for about 10 percent of the heating/cooling systems in residences. About 1.9 million new units are installed annually. In moderate climates like here in Orlando, where winter temperatures stay above …

Proper Heat Pump Maintenance Tips for Your Florida Home

Proper Heat Pump Maintenance Tips for Your Florida Home

March 24, 2015

Just like all mechanical equipment, your heat pump needs timely maintenance to stay in good working condition. Routine preventative care can keep your equipment operating reliably, so your home stays comfortable year-round. Proper maintenance can also keep your utility bills in check, since a poorly-maintained heat pump can burn 25 percent more energy every year.