Discover the key differences between heat pumps and furnaces, including energy efficiency, cost, and climate suitability.

Just about every manufacturer recommends homeowners have their ducted, air-source heat pumps serviced twice a year — once in the spring and once in the fall. Most believe that semi-annual maintenance ...

In the face of energy cost swings and the desire to run cleaner and more efficiently, more homeowners are raising the stakes on their heating and cooling tech and their investment in long-term ...

A split system heat pump's defrost sensor is used to detect ice buildup on the heat pump's outdoor coil. When ice builds up on the coil, it reduces the heat pump's ability to transfer heat, which can ...

Homeowners looking for an energy-efficient alternative to traditional air conditioners in the spring and summer months (and furnaces in the winter) might want to invest in a heat pump. It's a type of ...

With global warming becoming an urgent issue, heating our homes efficiently -- and sustainably -- has taken center stage. As winters become more unpredictable (and unexpectedly harsh), finding ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

Kimberly Dawn Neumann is a multi-published NYC-based writer whose work has appeared in myriad publications ranging from Forbes to Real Simple to Cosmopolitan. She’s written hundreds of articles as ...

A North East entrepreneur is launching a new business to tackle the UK’s growing heat pump servicing challenge. Mutha Cuva, led by Amy Mooney, offers a subscription-based, tech-driven solution to ...

Auckland, New Zealand – As demand grows for energy-efficient climate control, Happy Air Heat Pumps is drawing attention to the role of professional installation and regular servicing in maintaining ...

Juice Electrical, a team of registered Master Electricians based in Christchurch, is emphasising the significance of regular heat pump maintenance as winter approaches. With extensive experience ...