Home Heating and Energy Blog

As a lifetime Puget Sound resident, I've seen first hand why many homes in our area don't have any air conditioning installed. Our air conditioning "season" is so short it can be difficult for many homeowners to justify the expense ...

On May 1st, 2013, all newly installed gas furnaces must be 90% efficient or above in all Northern states, including Washington State.  This new requirement has wide-reaching implications for existing homes in Washington, especially homes ...

It's a beautiful thing when you can make a major upgrade to the comfort and efficiency of your home and get it for free, or in some cases actually be paid for it!  I know it sounds like a gimmick.  The thing is, ...

While air source heat pumps are the most common type used in homes, heat pumps come in many types and configurations. I have outlined the most common types of heat pumps for you. Central Heat Pumps vs. Ductless Heat Pumps ...

Heat pumps, especially in Western Washington's mild climate, provide many benefits: • Highly Efficient. Heat pumps are one of the most efficient forms of heating available. When compared to electric resistance heat, heat ...

You may have seen a box shaped piece of equipment in your friend's or neighbor's yard and assumed it was a central air conditioning unit.  You may or may not have been correct!  If you live in Seattle or anywhere else ...

We met a customer at the 2010 Seattle Home Show who had an unusual HVAC issue. They live in a condominium in West Seattle that was built 18 years ago and had a low efficiency gas furnace and a conventional storage type gas water heater. ...