Discover the key differences between heat pumps and furnaces, including energy efficiency, cost, and climate suitability.

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 ...

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Plenty of homes all over the world, particularly in Europe, get warm using heat pumps and radiators. How does this new heat ...

Electric HVAC systems can help you keep your home comfortable using a fraction of the energy. We spoke to experts to find out just how efficient they are. Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who ...

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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 ...

A heat pump heats and cools your home, functioning like a combined furnace and central air conditioner. Because they absorb and move heat from the air, heat pumps are exceptionally energy-efficient ...

The basic principle of physics that explains heat pump technology has been in use for centuries. The ancient Chinese used the geothermal power of natural hot springs to heat their homes. However, ...