Heat Pump Articles

4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

October 30, 2024
4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips. Photo of a worker inspecting a heat pump.

How often do you schedule a maintenance visit for the heat pump in your St. Charles home? Taking proper care of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is the best way to ensure it will function efficiently and reach its full service life potential.

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How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency

February 15, 2024
How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency. Couple sitting on the floor drinking out of mugs and eating breakfast.

If you are in the market for a new heat pump, efficiency is probably a key factor in your search. The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has a universal ranking system for heating and cooling units that serves to help. 

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What Is a Heat Pump?

January 31, 2024
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Heat pumps provide heating and cooling capabilities—there’s no need to supplement your heat pump with an air conditioner.

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Transitioning Your Heat Pump

January 16, 2024
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Our Service Now Home Services team wants you to understand how to make this transition safely and effectively.

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4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump

October 15, 2023
Image of a technician working with a heat pump. 4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump.

So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.

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Air Conditioners Versus Heat Pumps

June 28, 2023
Image of a heat pump. Air Conditioners Versus Heat Pumps.

In some ways, heat pumps have an edge over the traditional combination of a furnace and central air conditioning (AC) unit. However, no two households are the same, and each option has its pros and cons.

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