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Geothermal (ground-source or water-source) heat pumps achieve higher efficiencies by transferring heat between your house and the ground or a nearby water source. Although they cost more to install, geothermal heat pumps have low operating costs because they take advantage of relatively constant ground or water temperatures. Geothermal (or ground source) heat pumps have some major advantages. They...
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A number of innovations are improving the performance of heat pumps. Unlike standard compressors that can only operate at full capacity, two-speed compressors allow heat pumps to operate close to the heating or cooling capacity needed at any particular outdoor temperature, saving energy by reducing on/off operation and compressor wear. Two-speed heat pumps also work well with zone control systems....
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Heat pump water heater systems typically have higher initial costs than conventional storage water heaters. However, they have lower operating costs, which can offset higher purchase and installation costs. The Pros and Cons of Heat Pump Water Heaters Are you considering getting heat pump water heaters for your residence? If your water heater needs repair or even a replacement, then you may have s...
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Many homeowners may overlook the importance of a good water heater and the surprisingly high price tag of having hot water. The average family spends $400 to $600 a year on the luxury of having hot showers and warm water. This price is partly because conventional water heaters are famously inefficient; they can account for up to 20 percent of your entire utility bill. That’s why many homeowners ar...
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All You Need to Know About Heat Pump Water Heaters Don't wait for your water heater to give out, leaving you shivering in the shower. Instead, do your homework and learn about an energy-efficient, cost-effective option that might work for you. Homeowners rarely think about their water heater or its vital contribution to the convenience of modern living. Likewise, relatively few think about hot wat...
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Have you ever walked into a room and felt uncomfortable, either too hot or too cold? Chances are, the room is not equipped with a fan coil therthermostat. Fan coil thermostats are a great way to regulate the temperature of a room quickly and accurately. They can be used in residential, commercial, or industrial settings and provide an energy-efficient solution to climate control. In this blog post...
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