Heat Pump Articles

Video – Why Does My Heat Pump Smell Like It’s Burning?

January 30, 2024
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You turn on your heat pump, and you smell something burning. What should you do? Who should you call first, the fire department or your HVAC technician? First assess what the smell most likely is, and you may not need to call anyone. Of course, if you’re still nervous because you just don’t know, turn off your heat pump and give one of our highly trained technicians a call at 503-357-5663 to come out to diagnose the smell for you.

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How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency

December 15, 2023
How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency. Couple sitting on the floor drinking out of mugs and eating breakfast.

If you are in the market for a new heat pump, efficiency is probably a key factor in your search. The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has a universal ranking system for heating and cooling units that serves to help. 

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4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump

January 16, 2023
Image of a heat pump. 4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump.

So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.

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Geothermal Basics

November 15, 2022
A house with geothermal piping in it.|Image of the schematics of a home with geothermal heat pumps. Geothermal Basics.

Geothermal heating has been around for more than five decades. It’s the process of using the Earth’s natural heat, just under the surface, to warm your home’s air and water as well as cool your home in the summer.

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Heat Pump Versus Furnace

January 13, 2022
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Looking to install a new heater in your Beaverton home? Your two most popular choices are a heat pump and a furnace. Each one has advantages and disadvantages when compared to the other.

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5 Things You Should Know About Geothermal Maintenance

November 7, 2021
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Maintenance is so crucial to the efficiency and long life of your system, you should know the five things below about geothermal maintenance.

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Is a Heat Pump Right For Your Home?

November 29, 2019
Is a Heat Pump Right For Your Home? | HVAC Install | Hybrid Heating

Winter is right around the corner and we are already experiencing frigid temperatures. If you have found that your current heating system is not doing a good enough job keeping you warm, it could be time to consider getting a new system installed.

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