Tag: heat pump

  • Yearly heating bill for a new mini-split heat pump – a closer look!

    Yearly heating bill for a new mini-split heat pump – a closer look!

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    Affordability is of course a primary concern in decisions like what to heat your house with, as heating bills can put a substantial dent in anyone’s budget. And – good news! — the marketing of heat pump installers insists that you’ll save money on your heating bills. But you’re skeptical (and so am I)!  So,…

  • Selecting your next home heating system

    Selecting your next home heating system

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    It’s the big decisions in life that really affect our global warming footprint, and certainly the choice of a home heating system in a state such as New York qualifies as a big decision. Once you’ve subscribed to a community solar farm, and switched to a renewable electricity provider, you’ve ensured that heating your home…

  • Installing a ‘hybrid’ water heater

    Installing a ‘hybrid’ water heater

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    Water heaters generally only last 10 to 15 years, after which it’s time to find a replacement. Recently, hybrid heat pump water heaters have entered the market, and can provide a very cost-effective solution. Water heaters are rated via the ‘Uniform Energy Factor’ (UEF), which for heat pump units is basically the same as the…