News & Case Studies

Deciding the best time to buy an air source heat pump can be challenging. Some incentives are already here, and larger incentives are coming. However, many details about the timing and qualifications for future incentives are unknown. This post covers what we know now (as of the last update), when you may want to buy your heat pump, and when you may want to wait.

You’ve done your research and determined a heat pump is the best heating and cooling system for your home. The next step is hiring a qualified contractor and evaluating bids you receive. Following these four steps will help you choose an experienced contractor and the right heat pump system for your home.

On average, more than half the energy you use goes to heating and cooling your home. That's why it's important to choose a heating and cooling system that will save energy and money, while keeping your family comfortable. This resource was pulled from Focus on Energy.

A homeowner relies on a ductless air source heat pump to provide cooling, replacing window air conditioners, and heat his home during shoulder seasons, utilizing a gas boiler as a back-up in colder temperatures. This case study was pulled from Electrify Everything MN, showcasing real-world solutions for clean energy practices in Minnesota. 

Steve Haiby achieves optimal home heating and cooling through a dual fuel ducted air source heat pump paired with a propane furnace that provides heating when temperatures fall below –5 degrees.

Golden Valley homeowners Jess and Jeff Curtes transformed their home by installing a ducted heat pump with a gas furnace providing comfort and efficiency while reducing environmental impact. This case study was pulled from Electrify Everything MN, showcasing real-world solutions for clean energy practices in Minnesota. 

The best type of air source heat pump (ASHP) for your home depends on many factors, including your existing heating and cooling set up, the fuel you use for heating, and your goals for the system. Learn how these factors will influence what type of heat pump you choose.

The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) includes significant incentives aimed at improving energy efficiency in Minnesota homes and businesses through federal tax credits and rebates. These programs have the potential to accelerate heat pump adoption and change the HVAC industry for years to come. Read on to learn more about the current 25C deductions, changes coming in 2023, and future federal rebate programs. 

Are you interested in a heat pump, but don’t know where to start? The first step is to make sure you understand the heat pump basics. This post explains 10 of the most common terms you should know before installing a heat pump.

Homeowners who use natural gas to heat their homes and are looking to reduce their household’s carbon emissions with an air source heat pump have two main options. Option one is to install a heat pump and keep a furnace for backup. Option two is to install a heat pump with electric boosters to supply all heating and remove the furnace.