A frozen heat pump can leave you wondering what to do in order to maintain your comfort in your Kansas City area home. While in winter some visible frost is common on the outside coil, excessive amounts of ice in any season is an issue that will need to be checked out with a service call. Excessive icing can occur for a …
It’s Time To Get That Heat Pump Tuned Up
Your heat pump is an expensive piece of equipment that you rely upon for comfort throughout the year. Are you taking care of your unit? In order to ensure that yours is able to run as efficiently and effectively as possible, it’s imperative that your system receive the regular servicing and TLC that it requires.
The Ductless Mini Split: A Heat Pump, And Then Some
The ductless mini split is a versatile, redesigned heat pump that offers all the benefits of heat-pump systems, plus practical cooling and heating solutions for add-ons, retrofits, bonus rooms and more.
Heat Pump Operation — 3 Key Components
The three primary components of heat pump operation include the outdoor condenser/compressor, the indoor blower and the thermostat. An air-source heat pump, the most common variety, is an energy-efficient way to cool and heat homes. A well-maintained heat pump can achieve 300 percent efficiency for heating (meaning it will provide three times more heat energy than the electricity it takes …
Heat Pump Maintenance — Why It’s Essential For Year-Round Comfort And Savings
Routine heat pump maintenance performed by you throughout the year and then annually by an HVAC professional keeps your system working in top condition. Maintenance will lower your electric bills and increase the likelihood that the appliance will deliver the conditioned air you rely on winter and summer.
Heat Pump Efficiency — Terms, Parts And Features You Should Know
Heat pumps are an attractive option to homeowners looking to reduce heating and cooling costs. Capable of heating your home in winter and cooling it in the summer, heat pumps rely on the physical movement of heat from one location to another instead of burning fuel to alter the indoor temperature. The end result is climate-control technology that outputs up …
Heat-Pump Performance: Don’t Let These 3 Costly Mistakes Take Your Energy Savings To The Cleaners!
Compared to traditional gas- or electricity-powered furnaces, heat pumps offer an energy-efficient way to heat and cool your home. But they still require some vigilance against energy-sucking operation issues or systemic problems. To maximize the energy savings offered by heat pumps, homeowners should ensure their pumps get proper airflow, are working in conjunction with well-designed ductwork, and remain free of …
Heat Pump Maintenance Extends The Life Of Your System
A heat pump is a major investment. That’s why it is so important to give it proper attention and care after you have purchased it — to make sure it lasts as long as possible. The average lifespan of a heat pump is 15 years, but with proper maintenance you should be able to extend that by several years.
Geothermal: A Sizable Investment That Offers An Impressive Savings
Replacing, upgrading or installing a new heating and air conditioning system can be a daunting task. So many options are available, making it difficult to decide which one is right for you. Cost is a big consideration, as is a system’s environmental impact. Heat pumps are widely regarded as money savers, as they work to both heat and cool and …
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