Running your furnace, central air, or heat pump probably constitutes a big part of your utility bill. But it’s a small, often inexpensive part—the air filter—that keeps these heating and cooling ...

A heat pump heats and cools your home, functioning like a combined furnace and central air conditioner. Because they absorb and move heat from the air, heat pumps are exceptionally energy-efficient ...

Josh Silver has two more simple home projects for those wanting to save energy and money: Caring for furnace and heat pump filters, and using spray foam to seal a common household air leak. Silver has ...

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 ...

As towns and cities around the world seek to decarbonise, many are deciding to purchase large heat pumps, which can attach to district heating networks. These networks allow hot water or steam to ...

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

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...