Home Heating and Energy Blog

  As human technology continues its upward climb, our thirst for energy grows. Unfortunately, the non-renewable sources of energy we use to drive our technology continue to damage our planet. To combat this, scientists are actively looking ...

  The question of whether to repair or replace older, broken equipment typically comes down to a simple analysis. Estimating the cost of current and future repairs on the old unit against the cost and benefits of installing a new unit can ...

  Here in Seattle, we’ve had a cold and rainy 2017 so far. It’s hard to imagine, but Summer is right around the corner. In fact, we could be in for another sizzling summer. According to the World Meteorological Organization ...

  Can You Use Your Existing Ductwork When Converting to a Heat Pump? There are a lot of factors to consider when deciding whether to switch from your existing central heating to a heat pump. How much will it cost? How much money will I ...

  Ductless Rebates and Incentives to Fall From up to $1,700 down to $800 After December 25th Seattle City Light has announced that their rebate for installing a ductless system is being lowered from $1,200 to $800. This is set to happen on ...

Don’t Let The Name Fool You. Ductless Heat Pumps Work With Ducted/Central Systems Too! When ductless heat pumps first entered the market, “ductless” was a great description of the product. They were designed ...

Want a heat pump or AC but concerned about outdoor noise and space issues? This solution might work. City codes and regulations were put in place for a reason. They help make our homes and neighborhoods safer, more comfortable ...