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Heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular in homes. Their claim to be an energy-efficient alternative to both air conditioning and furnaces is backed by the U.S. Department of Energy. Although ...

As HVAC solutions have grown rapidly over the last decade, contractors often struggle to keep up with the changing technology. Modern, all-electric, clean-energy innovations like variable refrigerant ...

To put it simply, a heat pump is a mechanical device that transfers heat from a colder area to a warmer area. Pretty much every home has a heat pump: you might not realize it, but there’s one hiding ...