Some window units handle chilly months better than expected, offering a seasonal upgrade that keeps interior spaces more ...

When considering heating and cooling options, homeowners will notice that there are two popular choices: a heat pump system and a furnace heater. Comparing heat pump vs. furnace costs can help ...

Key Takeaways Heat pumps run on electricity and furnaces run on fossil fuels, natural gas, propane, or oil.Our experts say there's no clear answer for which type is more energy efficient.Location ...

Most heat pumps fall into the broad categories of ducted or ductless, but there are also a number of subcategories you should be aware of when choosing a heat pump for your home. Sam Becker ...

Federal incentives for home energy improvements are running out at the end of the year, so it’s decision time for anyone who has been thinking about a heat pump. The right decision can depend on where ...

Heat pumps are now America's most popular heating appliance to install, with over 5 million new units sold in the U.S. in 2024 — 21% more than gas furnaces in second place. HGTV's Mike Holmes ...

A common refrain is that they’re only effective in mild climates. We put that idea to the test. Credit...Photo illustration by The New York Times; Shutterstock Supported by By Sofia Quaglia Heat pumps ...

Heat pumps have gained a taste of celebrity status as the most energy-efficient way to heat and cool a home. Heat pumps are so efficient that experts argue swapping out your heating and cooling ...

Something radical is happening in suburban homes right now. Families are quietly cutting their heating and cooling costs by hundreds of dollars each year, and most of their neighbors have no idea. The ...

We independently review everything we recommend. We may make money from the links on our site. Learn more› By Liam McCabe After a decade of reporting on HVAC and other major appliances, I took a break ...

Outside a 100-year-old house on the edge of the Peak District in northern England, a heat pump’s fan blades are swiftly spinning. They’re drawing outdoor air over coils of refrigerant, harvesting ...

Future generations will marvel at the ridiculous ways we’ve been keeping warm. With a furnace, you’re inefficiently burning toxic, planet-warming gas. In a big city like New York, your building might ...