Heat Pump Articles

Why Is My Heat Pump Freezing Up?

October 28, 2024
Why Is My Heat Pump Freezing Up? Photo of a heat pump frozen with icicles.

Our team at Diversified Heating & Cooling, Inc regularly gets calls about frozen heat pumps. Though common, a heat pump freeze-up usually means your system’s components are not working correctly. Sometimes you can fix it yourself. But oftentimes, you will need to call a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professional, like us, as the problem may require a part replacement or complex repair.

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Transitioning Your Heat Pump

October 14, 2024
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According to the DOE, a heat pump can reduce your electricity by up to 50 percent over conventional furnaces, saving you in energy costs.

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Air Conditioners Versus Heat Pumps

September 30, 2024
High efficiency modern AC-heater inverter unit, energy save solution-horizontal, outside a house.

A new heat pump can cut your energy costs by up to 50 percent when you switch from a furnace or baseboard heater, according to the DOE.

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4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

February 28, 2024
HVAC technician performing maintenance on a heat pump.

A heat pump offers both the heating and cooling you need for optimal indoor comfort, but keeping up with routine maintenance is critical for it to remain in peak condition.

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How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency

January 15, 2024
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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5 Things You Should Know About Geothermal Maintenance

November 15, 2023
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At Diversified Heating & Cooling Inc., our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professionals regularly maintain geothermal heat pumps and witness firsthand the benefits of regularly maintaining your system.

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Geothermal Basics

September 29, 2023
Water boiler and ground source heat pump connected to blue and red water pipes Geothermal heating and cooling system concept.

Geothermal heating is one of those technologies that holds the potential to significantly change the way you heat your Bend home.

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Heat Pump Versus Furnace

January 13, 2023
Image of someone pressing on a control panel attached to hvac system. Heat Pump Versus Furnace.

Looking to install a new heater in your Redmond 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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Why Is My Heat Pump Turning On and Off Frequently?

April 11, 2022
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Is your heat pump turning on and off frequently? Here are four reasons this might be happening to your HVAC system and what you should do.

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Heat Pump Versus Furnace

February 10, 2022
heat pump or furnace

Looking to install a new heater? The two most popular choices are heat pumps and furnaces. Each one has pros and cons, but which is best.

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How to Protect Your Air Conditioner or Heat Pump from Surges

May 28, 2021
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Are you concerned about lightning causing a power surge spike and wreaking havoc on your air conditioning system or heat pump in your home?

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Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

March 19, 2021
Bolts and Wrenches

Spring is here, which makes it the best time to have maintenance done on your home’s heat pump. Here are a few tips to help.

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