As you consider HVAC systems for your home or commercial building you may be debating the use of a heat pump.  Heat pump vs air conditioner — what are the key differences?  That is our focus in this article.  We will highlight the differences and then offer suggestions for when to consider a heat pump system and when to consider an air conditioner system.  First we provide a brief description of e...
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Homeowners considering having a heat pump installed should know the heat pump pros and cons before they make a final decision. Heat pump split systems can be very effective and efficient in many situations.  They key is weighing heat pump pros and cons in your particular situation to determine whether a heat pump split system consisting of a heat pump and an air handler is better than another type of HVAC ...
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When discussing the operation of heat pumps in cold weather — what you should know is that at some point they become inefficient or worse, ineffective.  In this article we’ll look at how heat pumps work in cold weather and offer suggestions for keeping warm as the temperatures fall. Most heat pumps maintain their effectiveness down to roughly 30 degrees.  It varies slightly from model to model...
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