The author’s air-source heat pump resembles an air conditioning unit, and it pictured here alongside one of the heating oil fuel tanks. Photos by Adam D. Bearup The following story covers our recent ...

A heat pump doesn't generate heat; it transfers it from one place to another. It's an appliance with a bright future in an eco-conscious country.

Scientists at the Pusan National University in South Korea have developed a control system for air-source heat pumps (ASHP) which they claim allows users to take complete control of their devices.

Heat pumps are a popular choice for central air in the South. They both heat and cool—despite the somewhat misleading ...

According to a recent study, installing an air source heat pump may increase a home’s value by up to 7.1% in 23 states of the United States. The price premium is estimated at between $10,400 and ...

Air-to-air heat pumps sit alongside the existing grants of £7,500 for air-source and ground-source heat pumps, which replace ...

With global warming becoming an urgent issue, heating our homes efficiently -- and sustainably -- has taken center stage. As winters become more unpredictable (and unexpectedly harsh), finding ...

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 ...

Are your furnace and HVAC system nearing end-of-life?   Mine were both 20 years old, prime candidates for replacement.  So no surprise when my annual furnace inspection, from a trustworthy 15-year ...