Calculating the right size unit for your space keeps your AC running efficiently, without unnecessary wear and tear—and keeps your energy bills in check.

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This mini-split system was used in several rooms in this 1840 square foot house in Bainbridge Island, WA. The house was designed by Davis Studio Architecture and Design. The mini-split system was from ...

A heat pump heats and cools your home, functioning like a combined furnace and central air conditioner. Because it absorbs and moves heat from the air, it is exceptionally energy-efficient and ...

COLD CLIMATES: At a recent conference, ACCA’s Ed Janowiak explained how to properly size heat pumps for cold climates. (Staff photo) At the recent HVAC Excellence National HVACR Education Conference ...

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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 ...