Money-Saving Hacks to Fight Rising Energy Costs in 2023
Energy expert Dennis Stinson offers smart ways to take the pain out of rising gas and electric prices when trying to keep your home warm and cozy during the winter. In This Article: Leverage 2022 Tax Credits Get “Smart” Climate Control Find Your Comfort Zone Ward Off Energy Vampires Turn Down the Temperature Put Your […]
Heat Pump Ratings & Reviews
Consumer reviews and ratings of various heat pumps on the market. HomeTips offers reviews of Trane, Lennox, and Carrier heat pumps. Heat pumps on the market today are substantially more energy efficient than models manufactured just a few years ago. New technologies have been integrated into the systems to allow for better heat recovery at […]
How to Replace a Heat Pump Filter
Heat pump air filters should be changed at least twice a year. Here is how to replace them. If you want a quick view on changing filters, see the video at the bottom of the page. Air filters are an important part of a heat pump heating or cooling system. They remove dust and allergens […]
How a Heat Pump Works
In This Article: Air Source Heat Pumps Ground-Source Heat Pumps Groundwater Heat Pumps How a heat pump uses refrigeration principles to heat and cool a home, including diagrams Heat pumps operate similarly to refrigerators. They can draw warmth (or cooling) out of the air, the ground, or water. The most common type of heat pump […]