Air-source Heat Pumps
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Heat Pump Setup for a Small Home with Rental Unit
What is the best HVAC design to distribute conditioned air throughout attached but separate living spaces?
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Heat Pumps for Cold Climates
Advances in air-source heat pump technology have led to equipment that is effective at low temperatures. Here’s a look at how they work and why they are a viable option.
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Planning a Furnace-to-Ducted Heat-Pump Retrofit, Part 5: Installation
A run-through of the key components and considerations for installing a heat-pump system
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Planning a Furnace-to-Ducted Heat Pump Retrofit, Part 3: Sizing Calculations
A comprehensive explanation of how to perform aggressive Manual J calculations to ensure properly sized HVAC equipment
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Is a Ground-Source Heat Pump the Right Choice?
An owner-builder hoping for net-zero performance wonders if a radiant-floor distribution system makes sense
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Are Ductless Minisplits Overpriced?
An installer’s estimate has one homeowner wondering whether he should install the unit himself
