Home DIY & How-To Archives for: heat pump

Archives for: heat pump

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Fall Heat Pump Maintenance

October 11, 2011

Heat Pump’s, like central air conditioners, have an outdoor unit that contains a compressor, a coil, a fan, and other components.  To function properly, this unit should be kept free of debris such as leaves and dirt.  The unit should be level on its support pad, which is often concrete or heavy-duty plastic. Read more…

More Heat Pump Tips and Maintenance

February 4, 2011

Following these maintenance tips can ensure your heating system is working efficiently and effectively and avoid potentially costly repairs and replacements. Read more…

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Heat Pump Savings

December 20, 2010

For each home the heat pump savings will vary, but it will occur. This is due to the fact that heat pumps are more efficient that gas and oil burning furnaces in converting the energy input into heat. There is also the additional advantage of the heat pump working as an air conditioner so you only need to have one device at your home or place of business. This will reduce installation and maintenance costs. Read more…