We don’t get to say this very often, but it’s an especially exciting time in the world of HVAC! There have been so many innovations in technology and incentives being offered that you might’ve seen some HVAC headlines in the news recently.
If you’ve done any research lately about these “new” HVAC systems that are available, you might be incredibly confused by all the terminology. Central heat pumps, ductless heat pumps, mini splits, and geothermal heat pumps are just some of the terms you’ve undoubtedly encountered in your search.
Combine this with the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the state rebates that are available and savvy homeowners will want to learn about their options and why there’s never been a better time to upgrade your HVAC system.
To be an informed consumer, you need to know all your options. Let’s break down the terminology you’ve been hearing about so you’ll have all your ducks in a row when it’s time to upgrade.
With winter drawing to a close, it’s time to start thinking about getting your home ready for the summer season. That may seem rather premature, with the average temperatures hovering around the mid-40s right now. Still, it’s better to make preparations now than to have to rush through them in the middle of a heat wave later. One of the most important parts of preparing for the summer season, from a climate control perspective, is to schedule preventive maintenance for your system. That goes double for heat pump systems like ductless mini splits. 
If you’re using your heat pump to keep warm this winter, you need to keep an eye out for warning signs that the system is experiencing any issues. The demand on heating systems is a lot higher during the winter, which makes them more likely to develop problems of various kinds. If you want to prevent your heat pump from becoming damaged during the winter season, you should familiarize yourself with symptoms that indicate a problem. Have a look at some of the most common symptoms below. 
As we get closer to the winter season, some homeowners are going to start looking for new home heating systems. If you’re in the market for a new heating system this fall, you might be tempted to simply go for the same kind of system that you had before. However, you should give due consideration to the other options on the market before you make your decision. It’s quite possible that another type of heating system could offer better climate control for your home than what you’re used to using. For example, have a look below at some of the advantages of using a ductless system. 
It’s never fun to have your heat pump start to malfunction in the middle of a hot summer day. Yet, that is often exactly the time that heat pump problems tend to happen. Summer places more strain on cooling systems than any other time of year, which means a greater chance of various problems developing. One of the earliest signs that something is wrong with a heat pump is dropping output capacity. If your heat pump is not circulating as much cool air as it should, you should know some of the possible reasons why. Let’s check out a few of them below. 
